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Can You Really Use a Pill as Sunscreen?

  • Writer: Dr. Kate Kresge
    Dr. Kate Kresge
  • Jul 5, 2021
  • 1 min read

Updated: Mar 15, 2022


Dr. Kate Henry Sunscreen and Antioxidants Article

It's a compelling sales pitch:


"Take antioxidants before sun exposure and they will naturally protect your cells from UV damage!"


But can you really use a pill as sunscreen?


I give you the answer (and - just as importantly - the background and links to peer-reviewed articles on this topic so you can learn more) in my latest article.


Check out the article, then let me know what you think :)



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