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insolation [‚in·sō′lā·shən] (astronomy) Exposure of an object to the sun. Solar energy received, often expressed as a rate of energy per unit horizontal surface. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A supporter of heliotherapy, Thomas says that natural sunlight and tanning bed light are comparable and that lots of people need sun or UV light for its vitamin D supply. Holick also serves as the director of the Heliotherapy Light and Skin Research Center at the Boston University of Medicine, which is dedicated to the study of both the positive and negative effects of sun and UV-light exposure on the body. The line also includes Heliotherapy sunscreen, sunless tanning formulas, after-sun moisturizing treatments, burn relief gel and Peepers protective eyewear. |
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