There are many types of skin cancer and the most common is basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Both of these can be cured if treated early. A third type is called malignant melanoma, and it is more serious. It is estimated that about 600,000 or more Americans get skin cancer each year and around 10,000 will die.
Women get it more often then men.
Carotenoids 10 very important for rebuilding and repair of body cells which is critical for skin cancer patients. Generally, a carotenoid mixture combined with a complete multi-vitamin with good mineral content will produce good results. Essential fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and borage seed oil. They also help with both the elasticity and health of the skin. 10 contains vitamin E, vitamin B , vitamin C, magnesium, manganese, selenium, and zinc which are all helpful with both the treatment and the prevention of skin cancer.