The Sunscreen Debate: Why the Most Protected People Are Getting Melanoma
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Doctor Motley discusses the safety of sunscreen and its implications for skin health, drawing insights from ancient practices.
There's a viral social media post claiming that you're 300% more likely to develop skin cancer when you use sunscreen. What's the truth? Is sunscreen safe to use? In this episode Doctor Motley breaks down the research, and brings a new lens to the debate: what did ancient cultures do for skin health? Here's what you'll learn in this episode: *Research has found chemicals in your sunscreen like oxybenzone can affect your estrogen and testosterone levels and block Vitamin D, - which is an important hormone, not just a vitamin! - plus some healthy sunscreen ingredients to look for. *What is the "sunscreen paradox" *Why heavily sun-protected, indoor populations showed higher melanoma rates in UK research *How to build a solar callus: the traditional method of safe, gradual sun exposure that builds your skin's natural protection *How to create a healthy skin protocol this summer: Develop early morning sun exposure over time, plus take good vitamins (like B3), minerals and herbs! *Skin protection from a TCM perspective: In Chinese Medicine, the strength of the skin is connected to the strength of your lungs. Find out how to protect your skin with TCM herbs. Research: FDA…
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