Tanning Ups and Downs

Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought to yourself, “Gee, I sure look white and pasty.” No? Well, neither have I, but I can imagine what its like. This is just one of the many problems that can be solved by indoor tanning. Indoor tanning has been around for several years now and has become an effective, efficient, and safe way to get the look you desire. Not only can tanning darken your skin, but it can also lead to weight loss, help your general well-being, and many other things. I propose that indoor tanning is the perfect solution when you want to look great and feel even better. Recent studies show that a regular practice of tanning can lead to weight loss. According to Dr. Zane R. Kime, the author of the book Sunlight Could Save Your Life, stimulation of the thyroid gland by UV rays increases the body's metabolism rate, which burns calories. He says that his clients had well developed muscles and very little fat, even though they had not exercised for months. When sunlight strikes the body, it also increases the tone of the muscles, under the exposed skin. Also sunlight and fresh air aid the nutritive processes of the body by increasing the blood supply to the muscles.Indoor tanning has become increasingly popular in the past ten years. The normal age group of indoor tanners today consists of men and women from the mid-teens to the late forties. Part of the reason for the increase of tanning is because tanning salons today are educating their members more frequently and effectively. There aren’t any more unanswered tanning myths floating around our society. The truth is indoor tanning is a fast and convenient method used by many individuals to gain skin tone and color, increase self- esteem and promote relaxation. It can be beneficial in many aspects of our lives as well as a healthier alternative to outdoor exposure.

Some people do not agree with tanning and they believe that it is unhealthy for a number of reasons. Dermatologists today are against it for the simple fact that they believe it causes skin cancer. Although there have been no specific studies proving the link to ultraviolet exposure and skin cancer it still remains a very controversial issue. Other important factors that they have brought up are that tanning causes early aging and wrinkles, which are both of equal concern for middle aged men and women.

Indoor tanning is not only efficient, but it provides a measure of control over the

tanning process that outdoor tanning does not comply with. The indoor tanning process

can aid in preventing those damaging sunburns that can cause health risks later in life.

The steady depletion of the ozone layer is a legitimate concern for outdoor

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