Even the spring sun, if taken recklessly, can be harmful to the skin of the little ones and lead to the appearance of melanomas in adulthood.
Don't store avocado like this: it's dangerousWith the first beautiful days of spring it comes spontaneously spend more time in the sun, also encourage children to be more outdoors and maybe spend the first days on the beach. The sun is in fact essential for the production of vitamin D which helps fix calcium and is therefore particularly important in all stages of growth. However, experts advise to be careful and not underestimate the spring sun, sunburns are always lurking.
In particular, to reiterate the need to pay attention are the pediatric dermatologists of Loyola University Health System (Usa), who argue that it is dangerous to sunbathe in a reckless way even in spring as, exactly as it happens in summer, it can be harmful to the skin of the little ones (especially if particularly sensitive) e lead to the appearance of melanomas in adulthood. In fact, it seems that sunburns and blisters at a young age more than double the chance of later developing the dreaded skin cancer.
"Protecting your baby's skin from the sun after he's been indoors all winter is critical to preventing long-term sun damage and premature aging," said Lily Uihlein, a dermatologist at the American Center.
So how to avoid the dangers? Experts recommend using a cream with at least 15 minutes before exposing children to the sun protective factor from 30 upwards (check the label, however, and choose products that are as natural and ecological as possible) to be applied every two hours. It is also important to always wear a hat and, especially if you are at the beach, use sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV rays. In the end, never expose children to the sun during the hottest hours of the day, or from 10 to 14.
So remember, even in spring, not to underestimate the sun and sun factor teach your children to expose themselves intelligently and aware to be able to enjoy all the benefits that the sun's rays give to our body avoiding the risks.
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