Post by @maggieroseadvocate

I spent years believing that eating well and living a holistic lifestyle would protect my skin. It didn't. Three basal cell carcinomas later, I still love sunlight, but I also respect what UV radiation can do. A tan isn't your skin getting healthier, it's your skin responding to UV-induced damage. There's a reason why chronically sun-exposed skin gets sun spots, more wrinkles and texture, and the skin under clothing is smoother and younger-looking. This DOESN'T mean I avoid the sun altogether. It means I take a balanced approach: - I enjoy morning and evening sunlight (check the UV index!) - I also use zinc SPF, protective clothing, and a UV umbrella during peak UV hours Holistic health isn't about avoiding every risk. It's about reducing unnecessary ones while still embracing the things that benefit our health. #sunsafety #skinhealth #holisticwellness