Let me start with the BAD of sunscreen –
There are many healthy things that happen when you
receive sun exposure. Here, let me name
just a few: Enhancing mood and energy through the release of endorphins –
stimulating ideal Vit. D production – treating skin diseases, such as
psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, and scleroderma – protecting against
and suppressing symptoms of multiple sclerosis – treating neonatal jaundice –
relieving fibromyalgia pain – treating seasonal affective disorder – protecting
against melanoma and treating T Cell lymphoma – etc. etc. (thank you Mercola)Why would you want to PROTECT yourself against the above health benefits by using sunscreen?
I will continue with the UGLY of sunscreen –The typical sunscreen you use, well, it is carcinogenic. That means some of the ingredients in that sunscreen are known toxins. Carcinogens are known to cause cancer! Two common ingredients are dioxybenzone and oxybenzone. They are two of the most powerful free radical generators known to man! Cancer is known to be horrible and sometimes deadly. Putting carcinogens on yourself and your kid ….. good idea or bad idea?
Let us finish up with the GOOD of sunscreen –
Burns related to over exposure to UV radiation are directly linked to increased incidence of skin cancer. Sun Exposure = Good, but Sun Burns = Bad. The worse the burn, the more frequent the burns, and the younger the individual getting burned all correlate to skin cancer. Wearing clothing and a hat is probably your best defense against sun burns. Also, there are some sunscreens out there that use natural ingredients.
Do this – throw out any sunscreen you have that is not natural. Go buy natural sunscreen. Only apply to your skin in an effort to avoid
burns.
How do you shop for a natural sunscreen? Try going to Sprouts, Whole Foods, or another health food store. There is a good chance you will find what you need there. Shopping online? This appears to be a good website http://www.badgerbalm.com/c-24-natural-sunscreen.aspx, although I haven’t personally used their products. Right now at my house we have a brand called Episencial.
Have a GREAT Day!
Dr. Luke
