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Everyday lifestyle changes are a more realistic and effective way than dieting to manage weight and prevent long-term weight gain.
Vitamin D Guidelines
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Recommendations from the new guidelines:
- Fair skinned people can maintain adequate vitamin D levels in summer from a few minutes of exposure to sunlight on their face, arms and hands or the equivalent area of skin on either side of the peak UV Index periods on most days of the week.
- In winter in the southern parts of Australia, where UV radiation levels are less intense, people need about 2-3 hours of sunlight to the face, arms and hands or equivalent area of skin over a week.
Resources
Risks and Benefits of Sun Exposure Position Statement: (245.32 KB)
Approved by the Australian and New Zealand Bone and Mineral Society, Osteoporosis Australia, The Australasian College of Dermatologists and The Cancer Council Australia
The Cancer Council Victoria Media Release 18 June 2007 - A little ray of sunshine – but not too much - important for health
Content updated June 22, 2007
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