Skin cancer is caused by sun exposure, heredity, or by contact with certain toxins. It often develops on any part of the skin that has been exposed to the sun but it can also appear on any area. One of the 'C's" in skin cancer may stand for change because any noticeable change in the skin, a freckle, or a mole must be addressed. The other "C" may stand for the Vitamin C.
DNA Protection
Researchers at the University of Leicester in Portugal found that vitamin C can protect the skin and also increase the capacity to repair potentially mutagenic DNA lesions (skin cancer).
Vitamin C Crystals
The Wellness Directory of Minnesota printed in its April 2009 report that Vitamin C crystals, when used in a liquid solution (aloe vera), and applied as a sunscreen protected against damaging ultraviolet skin damage and skin cancer
Topical
When Vitamin C is applied to a skin cancer lesion or tumor is causes the tumor to harden, scab and eventually fall off. The solution is made by using water and Vitamin C crystals and then applying to the affected area.
Fights Toxins
Vitamin C is an antioxidant and helps fight off damaging free radicals, diseases, viruses, and bacteria. Researchers at the Linus Pauling Institute in Oregon showed it helps rid the body of toxins and could clearly relate to cancer prevention.
Collagan and Cell repair
Vitamin C is helpful in the formation of collagen, the body's strong connective tissue. It is also imperative in neutralizing damaged cells (cancerous cells) that can cause a chain reaction through the body.
Prevention/Solution
While limited sun exposure, wearing sunscreen, and having regular skin exams can help prevent skin cancer, Vitamin C offers and added an alternative benefit.
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