Melanin is a pigment that is responsible for the color of our skin, hair, and eyes. It is produced by cells called melanocytes, which are found in the skin, hair follicles, and retina of the eye. Melanin plays an important role in protecting the skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, […]
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Food & Supplements That May Increase Melanin Production Part 1
Why would you want to increase melanin? Well, research has found that melanin may help protect the skin from dangerous cancer-causing UV rays. By increasing melanin, you may potentially block processes in the body that lead to skin cancer. How great would it be if we could consume specific foods and supplements that can increase […]