Ep. 269 Healthy Sun Exposure, Clean Sunscreen & Protecting Your Skin From the Inside Out

Today we’re talking all about building a healthier relationship with the sun—without fear.

I break down why I focus on gradually working up to sun exposure, prioritizing early morning and later afternoon sunlight, and paying attention to UV intensity rather than avoiding the sun altogether. We also discuss how I personally use the dminder app to monitor UV levels, estimate vitamin D production, and better understand when the sun is strongest.

We also dive into my thoughts on mineral and tallow-based sunscreens for prolonged exposure, why I avoid the “burn now, deal with it later” mentality, and the nutrition strategies I focus on to support healthier, more resilient skin from the inside out.

• Why sunlight is important for overall health
• Gradually building sun tolerance over time
• Why I prioritize early morning and late afternoon sun exposure
• Understanding UV intensity and vitamin D production
• How I use the dminder app to track sun exposure and vitamin D
• My thoughts on prolonged sun exposure and sunscreen use
• Why I prefer mineral and tallow-based sunscreen options

• Nutrition strategies to support skin resilience and reduce oxidative stress

• Prioritizing omega-3 rich foods
• Minerals and hydration
• Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables
• Adequate protein intake for skin repair
• Reducing highly processed seed oils
• Supporting overall metabolic health and blood sugar balance
• Nutrients like vitamin C, carotenoids, vitamin E, selenium, zinc, and astaxanthin

This episode is all about balance—respecting the sun, supporting the body, and moving away from both extremes of sun fear.

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