With summer in full swing, pre- and post-sun exposure care is essential to healthy living. Here are a few pearls of wisdom from Thor Conner, ND, of World Tree Natural Medicine in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Preparing for a day outdoors, it is important to use a variety of sun protection methods, like non-toxic sunscreen, sun protective clothing, and time in the shade. Eat plenty of high antioxidant fruits and vegetables, like beets, kale, pomegranates and berries. Pomegranates are a rich source of ellagic acid, which can help protect your skin from UVA- and UVB-induced cell damage. But, burns happen, and if you do get a sunburn…
Submitted by Thor Conner, ND
Graduate of National University of Health Sciences (IL)
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