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Top Tips for Preventing Skin Cancer From the Inside Out with Dr. Keira Barr

Top Tips for Preventing Skin Cancer From the Inside Out with Dr. Keira Barr

FromWell Beyond 40


Top Tips for Preventing Skin Cancer From the Inside Out with Dr. Keira Barr

FromWell Beyond 40

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Length:
40 minutes
Released:
Jan 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Keira Barr, dermatologist, author, and speaker, joins JJ once again as they dive deep into the issue of skin cancer. They cover how often you should check your skin, when to call in expert help, and the things you can do every day to lower your risk of developing skin cancer, including diet, lifestyle, and supplement strategies. Dr. Keira also shares what to look for in a high-quality sunscreen and what to avoid, as well as how and when to apply sunscreen for the best protection. Don’t miss Dr. Keira’s expert tips in integrative skin cancer prevention!     Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Dr. Keira’s free guide: “Revitalize Your Life, 12 Tips to Look and Feel Great”, and her Glowing Skin Cheat Sheet by going to jjvirgin.com/sunscreen.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Skin cancer is the leading form of cancer. Check your skin often to look for irregularity. Skin cancer likelihood can be reduced by following some simple guidelines. These strategies will protect your skin when used in combination. Sunscreen is powerful protection. Make sure you’re using the best ingredients and applying it correctly.   Episode Play-By-Play [4:30] How did Dr. Keira become interested in skin issues? [6:30] Skin cancer is more prevalent than these other kinds of cancer [8:40] Types of skin cancer [9:18] Do this every month [10:00] The best way to treat melanoma is to catch it early. [10:30] Who is at higher risk for skin cancer? [13:00] Is sun damage cumulative? [15:00] What types of things to look out for when checking your skin [16:50] Look for the ugly duckling and think ABCDE [18:39] If you find something concerning, search out a person with these qualifications [21:05] Are there internal things that can help reduce the risk of skin cancer? [22:49] This one prevention measure will surprise you [25:20] Which supplements help with skin protection? [28:25] Sunscreen protocols [31:43] Sunscreen ingredients to look for, and to stay away from   Action Steps Take the Sugar Burner quiz. Do a naked body skin check. Apply (and reapply) good sunscreen.     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube The Skin Whisperer Dr Keira Barr previous podcast Polypodium Leucotomos supplement (Heliocare) Dry Farm Wines Annemarie Gianni Skin Care Dr. Tony Youn Sugar Impact Diet quiz Daily Essentials vitamins
Released:
Jan 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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Triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer JJ Virgin is a passionate advocate of eating and exercising smarter. JJ and her team help people stay fired up and healthy as they age, so they feel the best they ever have at age 40+. JJ is a prominent TV and media personality, whose previous features include co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters, 2 years as the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil, and numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of four NY Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. Her latest book, Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience, shows caregivers everywhere how to be strong, positive leaders for their families, while exploring the inspirational lessons JJ learned as she fought for her own son’s life. JJ hosts her popular podcast, relaunched as Ask the Health Expert in June 2020, with over 5.5 million downloads and counting. She also regularly writes for Rodale Wellness, Mind Body Green, and other major blogs and magazines. Visit www.jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you build your dream life.