Tue, 18 July 2017
Choosing safer sunscreen? Avoid synthetic chemicals that absorb through the skin, get correct protection, and soak up some Vitamin D while you're at it. Here's how, including numerous links at the bottom of the page... Five types of sunscreens1). Organic Filters: synthetic chemical combos that absorb sun's radiation, preventing it from entering the skin. Here's a case where the word "organic" is bad. 2). Traditional Mineral Sunscreens reflect damaging rays. Most include zinc oxide or titanium oxide. They appear white on the skin since they reflect light. 3). Nano-Mineral sunscreens have tiny nano-particles of zinc and titanium oxide. Their safety is questioned as they may penetrate the skin, but they're still safer than organic filters. 4). Clothes and shade work well! 5). Healthy skin burns less. The Paleo Diet may change your tanning future. Sunscreen ingredients to avoid
Are Mineral Sunscreens Safer?In general, yes. But commercial brands of zinc and titanium sunscreens may still contain chemicals in the lotion. If you can't pronounce it, don't use it. Many brands now use BOTH chemical and mineral filters. Read those labels or use the EWG sunscreen guide below. |
Mon, 3 July 2017
Avoiding hidden gluten? Avoiding gluten in bread is easy, but you need help to find the rest of it. Whether you’re Celiac, gluten-sensitive, or eating Ancestral or Paleo, finding hidden exposure to gluten can be life-changing. It was for me – breathing a tiny bit of oat dust in my pony’s feed was enough to keep my Celiac antibodies elevated. Perhaps even more important? The impact your gluten can have on others. Help enlighten friends and family with this article. |