What do you know about sun safety? There are many ironies in life, here is one of them: What gives life is often what takes it away. Without the rays of the sun, there would be no earth as we know it. However, the sun is a major contributor of free radical damage, the prime cause of aging and disease in the human body.
Summer time means fun in the sun. Here is some sun safety info to help you enjoy your summer activities without worrying about your skin so much.
Is your sunscreen toxic?
Here is a list of some unsafe, toxic chemicals used in sunscreens:
- Para amino benzoic acid
- Octyl salicyclate
- Oxybenzone
- Cinoxate
- Dioxybenzone
- Phenylbenzimidazole
- Homosalate
- Menthyl anthranilate
- Octocrylene
- Methoxycinnamate
- Parabens
When possible, stay away from these chemicals and use natural sunscreens.
Here are a few good ones to choose from as listed on foodbabe.com:
Here is a list of some great foods and supplements to protect your skin:
- Resveratrol (red wine, blueberries and red grapes)
- Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon and fish oil)
- Astaxanthin (salmon and fish oil)
- Catechins (green and white tea)
- Vitamin E (pumpkin seeds, almonds, and asparagus)
- Beta-carotene (carrots and red bell peppers)
Some Sun Safety Tips:
- It’s ok to get 20+ minutes of sunshine daily, especially early morning or late afternoon
- Cover up with light clothing before you get burnt
- Wear a hat for protection
- Wear natural sunscreen if you’re going to stay out for a long period of time
- Eat a diet high in anti-oxidants to protect your skin
- If you get burnt, try using a mixture of aloe, coconut oil and vitamin E on your skin
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I hope this information can help you have a fun and safe time this summer!
