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A Good Listen:

Andrew Huberman’s latest podcast episode dives into how our skin reflects our immune system and gut health, the benefits and risks of sunlight, and different types of sunscreens and their pros + cons.

The episode also covers the importance of regular skin checks, nutrition, lifestyle tips, and treatments to improve skin appearance.

Key Takeaways

• Sun exposure ages the skin: Try mineral-based sunscreens (up to 25% zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) or cover up (shirt, pants, hat, etc.)

• To improve skin youthfulness: Try hydrolyzed collagen, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, retinol (unless pregnant or nursing), or phototherapy.

• Inflammation hurts the appearance of skin: Leverage nutrition for healthy skin. Consume hydrolyzed collagen, omega-3s, whole foods, and reduce or eliminate alcohol.

• Sunlight can cause skin cancers: The nuance is which types of cancer and how deadly. The skin cancers caused by the sun are not the deadliest. About 80 to 90% of melanomas arise in ‘de novo’ skin, which means non-mole skin.

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Intentional Habit:

Soak up the sunshine and get your vitamin D safely. ☀️

What: Schedule a yearly visit to your dermatologist for a full skin check.

Why: About 80-90% of melanomas develop in 'de novo' skin, meaning non-mole skin. Regular dermatologist visits can help catch unusual skin changes and detect skin cancer early.

Think of these appointments as self-care. ✨ The skin is our body’s largest organ and key to our overall health.

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