112. Why Sunscreen Alone Won’t Save You from Skin Cancer

Did you know that over one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime? Yet, despite the widespread use of sunscreens, skin cancer rates have continued to rise. In this episode, Gary Brecka explains the critical topic of skin cancer prevention, and why relying solely on sunscreen might not be enough. Do you know what’s inside your sunscreen? Are you doing enough to safeguard your health from the sun? Watch the full video to learn the facts – and let’s rethink how we approach sun protection and long-term skin health! BAJA GOLD – EVERY 10 BAGS SOLD PROVIDES A THANKSGIVING MEAL TO A VETERAN FAMILY: https://bit.ly/40CQKYK 00:00 ​Intro of Show 01:40 ​What is Skin Cancer? 02:04 3 Main Types of Skin Cancer 03:28 ​UV Radiation Exposure Risks 04:20 ​Risks of Developing Melanoma 04:37 ​Types of Sunscreens And What They Actually Do 06:56 Vitamin D Deficiency Side Effect 07:32 ​What’s Inside Your Sunscreen? 09:03 ​Natural Alternatives to Sunscreens 10:16 ​Actionable Steps to Protect Your Skin And Reduce Risks of Skin Cancer GET WEEKLY TIPS FROM GARY ON HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE ROUTINES: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU EIGHT SLEEP - USE CODE “GARY” TO GET $350 OFF THE POD 4 ULTRA: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E BODY HEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV TAKE YOUR STRENGTH TO THE NEXT LEVEL! SHOP THE ULTIMATE HUMAN STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT AND TURN EVERY WORKOUT INTO A TRANSFORMATION: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl SUPERCHARGE YOUR RECOVERY AND OPTIMIZE YOUR WELL-BEING WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE. CLICK THE LINK TO DIVE INTO OUR LINEUP OF COLD PLUNGES: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp KETTLE AND FIRE PREMIUM & 100% GRASS-FED BONE BROTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATEHUMAN” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/3BaTzW5 Discover top-rated products and exclusive deals. Shop now and elevate your everyday essentials with just a click!: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs Watch “The Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka” every Tuesday and Thursday at 9AM ET on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Follow Gary Brecka on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs Follow Gary Brecka on TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Follow Gary Brecka on Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H Follow The Ultimate Human on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VP9JuR Follow The Ultimate Human on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3XIusTX Follow The Ultimate Human on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Y5pPDJ SUBSCRIBE TO: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimatehumanpodcast https://www.youtube.com/@garybrecka Download “The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka” podcast on all your favorite platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices