Now is the time of year when we want to start to soak in the sun. Although tempting to bathe in the warmth of our giant star, there are a few precautions we should and usually do take.

Remember, the skin is the largest organ of the body. It reflects our health and age. Today, there’s much concern about sun bathing leading to an increase in skin damage and skin cancer. Excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays can increase the production of free radicals that can adversely affect the integrity of collagen in the skin...