(Dr. Joseph Mercola) Health care officials’ recommendations to avoid sun exposure unless you’re slathered in sunscreen have deprived humans of their fundamental need for sunlight. In the video above, Dr. Paul Saladino, author of “The Carnivore Code,” a book on nose-to-tail animal-based eating, and host of the Fundamental Health Podcast, delves into the many reasons why sunlight is so essential it could even be described as a nutrient.
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Avoid Sun Damage With Superfoods That Offer Photoprotective Benefits for Your Skin
(Dr Leonard Coldwell) More than five million people are treated for skin cancer every year, but the condition can be prevented with minimal intervention. And even though there are safe vitamin D synthesizing periods to spend in the sun, safe sun protection is essential for your skin health.
Vitamin B3 Protects Skin Cells From the Effects of UV Exposure, New Research Finds
(Natural Blaze) Research presented today at EADV’s 29th Congress, EADV Virtual, shows hope that a form of vitamin B3 could protect skin cells from the effects of ultraviolet (UV) exposure: the main risk factor for non-melanoma skin cancers (1).
Younger-Looking Skin, Stronger Bones and Improved Brain Health: 6 Reasons to Eat More Mushrooms
(Zoey Sky) Mushrooms look a little strange compared to common superfoods like apples or cucumbers, but edible fungi are delicious, savory ingredients. There are different kinds of mushrooms, and they offer health benefits such as improving your brain health and keeping your bones strong.
Study Reveals Surprising Link Between Your Skin, Gut Health and Food Allergies
(Vicki Batts) The human body is more than the sum of its parts. While mainstream medicine often tends to view each organ as its own “independent” system, the truth is that your body is an interconnected organism — and the health of one organ can very well affect that of another.
Organic Jojoba Oil Is so Versatile That It Can Serve as Your All-around Skin and Hair Solution
(Kristine Payne) What if you could replace your makeup remover, facial moisturizer, massage oil, carrier oil, shaving cream, lip balm, and hair conditioner all at the same time with a single natural and organic product? You’d be surprised by how many uses you can get out of jojoba oil. This superfood for the skin contains high levels of skin-nourishing nutrients, such as vitamin E, B vitamins, and key minerals including zinc, copper, chromium, silicon, and iodine. Best of all, it’s non-comedogenic, which means it won’t clog your pores. Here are a few ways jojoba oil can do wonders for your skin and hair:
More than Good Hair and Clear Skin: Biotin Helps the Body in Many Ways
(Stephanie Diaz) Biotin has become popular these days. It’s in numerous health and beauty ads promising shiny hair, gorgeous skin, and overall wellness. While biotin supplements are available in local drugstores, there are many foods that can provide biotin. Biotin is not only good for the hair, it also offers plenty of health benefits.
Scientists Identify Two Molecules That Make up the “Fountain of Youth” And Even Accelerate Wound Healing
(Edsel Cook) For people who worry about the appearance of their skin as they grow older, a Japanese-led study recommends improving the levels of a collagen protein required by stem cells in the skin. The compounds Y27632 and apocynin may help in this regard by increasing collagen 17 levels.
Wait What? They Don’t Shower Anymore To Save Their Skin Microbiome and Surprisingly Say They Don’t Smell
(Justin Deschamps) The notion that you can stop bathing regularly evinces disgust and revulsion responses in most people. This is partially due to the fact revulsions are culturally acquired, that is, you can learn to find some things disgusting simply because you’re surrounded by those who think so too. But what the herd does isn’t always what’s best for the individual. As a matter of fact, in most cases, the best thing to do is often to go against the norm.
Baking Soda and Lemon Juice: A Great Combo for Skin and Gut Health
(Zoey Sky) People swear by different home remedies for common health complaints. Popular ones include ingredients like baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and lemon juice. But can these remedies effectively address acne or digestive issues?
Top 10 Anti-Aging Foods to Nourish Your Skin from the Inside
(Michelle Simmons) Healthy eating not only makes you feel great, it also makes you look great.
The Millimeter Waves Used by 5G Will Be Highly Absorbed by the Skin
(Humans are Free) So 5G is a network that will soon be the hottest topic all over the world when it does eventually become live. The problem with this, which not many seem to realize, is that there are fundamental health issues that prove the latest network is overall as dangerous as it is sensationalized.
Cannabinoids (CBDs) Found to Treat a “Wide Range of Skin Diseases” Researchers Discover, Including Eczema, Psoriasis and Dermatitis
(Russel Davis) Cannabinoids may show potential in the treatment of various skin diseases, according to a recent analysis. Health experts at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus examined current literature on the effects of cannabinoids on skin diseases and confirmed that pharmaceutical products containing the compound may prove effective in treating eczema, psoriasis, and both atopic and contact dermatitis.
Chemicals in Cosmetics, Other Products Tied to Early Puberty in Girls
(Julie Fidler) It has become increasingly clear in recent years that exposure to numerous chemicals used in our daily lives can have a significant impact on human development. One recent study shows that chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products such as soaps and shampoos may push early puberty in girls. [1]
Study: Astaxanthin Plays a Protective Role in Reducing Skin Damage Caused by UV Rays
(Isabelle Z.) If you’re worried about UV radiation damage but you’re not willing to accept the dangers that come with sunscreen use, you might want to turn to astaxanthin supplements. A new study has confirmed that the supplement offers innate sun protection while reducing UV damage and skin aging. Related The Sun Is A Full-spectrum Medicine (Heliotherapy: Cures Cancer […]