In this episode, Katie talks to Sundaily founders Chris Tolles and Dr. Emilia Javorsky about how to protect your skin and slow aging from the inside out all with the help of a little-known substance called polypodium leucotomos. They delve into the role of antioxidants and which ones work, why sunscreen isn’t the only answer (and sometimes isn’t even a good one), and much more.



A quick FYI, when we recorded this episode, they were Sundots, but they’ve renamed the company since… so don’t be surprised! The only thing that has changed is their name!



Episode Highlights



What polypodium leucotomos is and how studies show it can protect skinThe way vitamin D deficiency fits into the sun exposure equationHow internal sun exposure works and how to optimize itThe problems with many sunscreens and what to look for in a healthy oneWhat UVA and UVB are and how they are differentThe false safety net that comes with many sunscreensWhat the research says about how to protect skin from the inside out against sun damage and agingHow antioxidants in food and supplements may help protect the skinAnd more!



Resources We Mention



Learn more about Sundaily and the research behind it here



AstaxanthinPuraThrive Vitamin CEverlyWell Vitamin D TestSteadyMDThe Lord of the Rings Trilogy (going on my Christmas gift list!)The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell



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Your turn! Which camp are you in… sun-shy or sun-seeker? Please drop a comment below or