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Mineral Sunscreens: Good for You, Good for the Planet

Mineral Sunscreens: Good for You, Good for the Planet

From"Health Power"


Mineral Sunscreens: Good for You, Good for the Planet

From"Health Power"

ratings:
Length:
21 minutes
Released:
May 16, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

New research sheds light on the dangers of oxybenzone, a chemical found in conventional sunscreens.Natural sunscreens have always been the better choice. But, it's now known to be even more important to avoid chemical sunscreens in light of recent research indicating that oxybenzone, a harmful chemical used in many conventional sunscreens, is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Oxybenzone has been associated with an increased risk of hormone disruption and closely tied to endometriosis and fertility problems in both adults and children.Mineral sunscreens are a viable natural alternative.Listen in as Nova Covington, Founder and CEO of Goddess Garden Organics, joins host Andrea Donsky to explain the dangers of conventional sunscreens, specific chemicals to watch for, and which natural sunscreens are good for both your body and the planet.
Released:
May 16, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

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