Can Food Double as Sunscreen? We Asked Dr.Bhanote

 

“Dietary antioxidants are crucial for long-term skin health, but they are not a substitute for traditional sun protection methods like sunscreen.”

~ Dr. Monisha Bhanote, MD

 

Dr. Bhanote was recently featured in VegNews, discussing the growing trend of "eating your SPF" to protect your skin from sun damage. While diet can indeed enhance skin resilience through nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and lycopene, Dr. Bhanote emphasizes, “Dietary antioxidants are crucial for long-term skin health, but they are not a substitute for traditional sun protection methods like sunscreen.” 

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