06/19/2025
☀️Don’t let the sun get the best of you this summer!! Here are some natural ways to help prevent sunburn-
Eat Tomatoes🍅: Lycopene and lutein in tomatoes enhance skin protection from UV rays.
Eat Watermelon🍉: Contains more lycopene and is hydrating, aiding skin health.
Drink Green Tea🍵: EGCG in green tea may reduce skin cancer risk; about five cups daily is beneficial.
Berries🫐: Ellagic acid in raspberries, strawberries, and cranberries reduces inflammatory responses to UV rays.
Morning Sunlight🌄: Exposure helps regulate circadian rhythm and increases skin resilience to UV radiation.
Healthy Fats and Antioxidants: A diet rich in omega-3s, lycopene, and carotenes nourishes and protects skin.
Zinc Oxide Sun Block🧴- Zinc oxide sunscreen is a physical blocker that offers broad-spectrum protection against UV rays. It can have instant efficacy and potentially fewer side effects.
Natural Remedies-
Oatmeal: Soaking in oatmeal relieves sunburn sting.
Black Tea: Applying soaked tea bags can alleviate itching.
Yogurt: Cool yogurt soothes facial sunburn.