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Have you ever wondered why some cultures have higher rates of skin cancer than others? Recent studies on turmeric and skin cancer may hold the answer to this question.

Scientific research has found evidence to back the claims that this spice can reduce inflammation, relieve pain and both fight and prevent cancer.

This is the spice that gives curry its unique flavor. It has long been revered in Ayurvedic and Ancient Chinese medicine for its healing properties.

Many people catch skin cancer but rarely do you hear of celebrities getting the disease. The funny thing about Brooke Shields was that when she was younger, she and her friends used to go up on the roof and bake in the sun. Years later, the pre-cancerous spot on her face appears.

In another study published in Photochemical and Photobiological Sciences, researchers reviewed studies on several botanicals, including turmeric, which had anti-cancer properties. The scientists suggested that the use of these botanicals as dietary supplements could offer protection against cancers that resulted from exposure to UV radiation. They work in synergy with sunscreen to enhance protection.

An article in Phytomedicine by Michigan scientists indicated that the curcumin's of turmeric showed inhibiting activity against several cancers, including melanoma.

French researchers found that curcumin was cytotoxic to melanoma cells when tested in vitro. When combined with a prophylactic solution, then tested in vitro, curcumin was also effective, showing a significant inhibition of growth. According to the article in an issue of the International Journal of Cancer, the immune response survival time was increased as well.

Melanoma results from the uncontrolled increase in melanocytes or pigment cells. This type of skin cancer is usually common among male Caucasians especially those who live in sunny climates. It is estimated that 50,000 people worldwide die from Melanoma every year.

Squamous cell cancer may result from too much x-ray exposure, chemical exposure, prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation, and old age. It usually affects people who are aged 50 and over. Those who have inflamed or injured skin and who are regularly exposed to the sun have high risks of getting this type of skin cancer.

Scientific studies alongside clinical trials are establishing the optimal dosage for turmeric and skin cancer treatment, but experts agree that there are little to no side effects. Natural health practitioners generally recommend an intake of 400-600 mg per day of standardized 95% curcumin extract in capsules.

Natural medicine is quickly becoming the go-to source for healing diseases. Protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun and supplement with turmeric and skin cancer may soon be a distant memory

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Solta Medical Fresh Express Classic

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Solta Medical, Inc., a global leader in the medical aesthetics market and maker of the industry’s three premier brands: Thermage, Fraxel, and Isolaz, today announced its association as a sponsor of professional golf’s Fresh Express Classic at TPC Stonebrae.  A Nationwide Tour event, the Fresh Express Classic will be held from April 12 through April 18, 2010, at one of the best new golf courses in the U.S., with breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay.  The tournament will include a series of events for fans and families including a celebrity pro-am led by Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice, who also serves as the official Tournament Host for the Fresh Express Classic.  All four rounds of competition will be televised on the Golf Channel.

In addition to watching Bay Area legendary athletes and the Nationwide Tour’s array of world-class golfers, fans and participants will be treated to on-site skin consultations courtesy of Solta Medical and its partner physicians.  Thermage, Fraxel and Isolaz provide consumers with safe and effective ways to treat a range of skin conditions including sun damage and skin laxity.  At the event, Solta Medical will showcase the new Fraxel re:store Dual laser for skin resurfacing and treating Actinic Keratoses (AK) – a precancerous skin condition caused by sun exposure. The Solta team will be on-site at the Fresh Express Classic beginning Tuesday, April 13 through Sunday, April 18 providing educational materials and consultations at a mobile treatment facility.

In addition to offering skin education during the tournament, Solta Medical will team up with Nationwide Tour professional Kyle Reifers during the Fresh Express Classic to help spread the word about the importance of skin protection.  Kyle, 26, who has one victory on the Nationwide Tour, will kick off the event with a skin evaluation of his own. “As a professional golfer, sun exposure comes with the territory,” Reifers stated.  “Teaming up with the experts at Solta, I have learned helpful techniques to protect my skin while I’m out on the course.”

“Solta Medical is proud to join Fresh Express in sponsoring the Nationwide Tour stop in the San Francisco Bay area,” said Stephen J. Fanning, Chairman of the Board, President & CEO of Solta Medical.  “Our latest innovation, the Fraxel re:store Dual laser system, is the most advanced, non-invasive treatment for sun damaged skin, including AKs that can be a concern for active golfers.”

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