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“The skin microbiota forms the body's first line of defense against pathogens and external threats. Changes in environmental exposures can drive bacterial dysbiosis, a condition in which the overall makeup of the skin microbiota is altered.”

“Children are especially vulnerable to harmful exposures through their skin because they have more skin surface area relative to their body size, better blood flow, and higher skin hydration than adults.”

“Since ultraviolet light is required for vitamin D synthesis in the skin, reduced exposure to the sun or having dark-colored skin impairs vitamin D production. Approximately 70 percent of people living in the United States have vitamin D insufficiency and approximately 30 percent have deficiency.”

“Lower levels of BDNF are present in Parkinson's disease Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by tremors, muscle stiffness, and slow movement, as well as several possible non-motor symptoms such as gastrointestinal problems, skin rashes, depression, and anxiety.”

“> They studied the effect of a number of different factors including, age, body mass index, race, socioeconomic status, skin types, period of gestation, sun exposure, calcium and vitamin D intake, smoking status, time of year of birth and pregnancy complications.”

“They also tracked muscle oxygen levels, core temperature, skin temperature, and heart rate. Cold water immersion reduced muscle oxygen levels, decreased skin temperature, and lowered core temperature compared to hot water or no immersion.”

“In contrast, larger muscles and more fat under the skin were associated with an 11% and 6% reduction in the risk of a major cardiovascular event, respectively. These findings suggest that higher muscle fat content increases the risk of major cardiovascular events.”

“Eczema is thought to develop through a combination of immune responses and a weakened outer layer of the skin, which allows allergens to enter more easily. Because the probiotic was given during pregnancy and the first 2 years of life, it may have influenced how the immune system and skin barrier developed.”