Sunscreen and skincare

PS

Paul Saladino50m · 2023-04-25

Claims Made

112

Claims Supported

84

Support Rate

75%

Support rate

84 of 112 claims supported

84 supported28 partial / not

Claims from this content

98

Well SupportedAn animal-based diet of well-raised meat, organs, and low-toxicity plant foods is believed to be powerfully beneficial.Well SupportedAn animal-based diet consisting of meat, organs, fruit, honey, and raw dairy may help with gut issues or autoimmune conditions.Well SupportedHeart and Soil's 'Skin Hair and Nails' product, containing trachea and scapular cartilage, liver, and bone marrow, is beneficial for skin, hair, nails, bones, and joints.Well SupportedSun exposure, particularly UVB light, is associated with positive increases in the gonadal axis and sexual behavior, potentially enhancing male testosterone levels.Well Supported

Discussion

Native comments, Twitter mentions, and Reddit threads about this content — surfaced together so the conversation isn't fragmented across platforms.

M

Share your read of this content…

Posting publicly as you · linked to your social profiles

Sort by:

AV

A. Volkovreader

4h

Bookmarking — the dossier-vs-overview split is the right call. Most of the time I want overview; sometimes I want receipts.

NP

N. Park

2d

Would love a "what would change this verdict" RSS feed. Sign me up if it exists.

Increased consumption of polyunsaturated fats, specifically omega-6 fat, is associated with an increased risk of squamous cell, basal cell, and melanoma skin cancer.

Well SupportedTallow and butter are better cooking fats than olive oil due to lower monounsaturated fat, higher saturated fat, and very little linoleic acid.

Well SupportedTallow, particularly high stearic acid tallow from animal suet, can be used as a healthy and safe skin moisturizer.

Well SupportedDietary polyunsaturated fats, specifically omega-6 linoleic acid, accumulate in human cell membranes.

Partially SupportedIf an individual is thriving in all aspects of health, there is no need to change their current dietary habits.

Well SupportedSunlight exposure stimulates the production of beta-endorphins, which are important for immune system health and wound healing.

Well SupportedReducing seed oil intake may lead to less sunburn and easier tanning.

Well SupportedTallow is recommended as a moisturizer due to its non-comedogenic properties, absorption, and vitamin E content.

Well SupportedGradual sun exposure allows even light-skinned individuals to develop a tan by increasing melanin production.

Well SupportedSunlight exposure, specifically ultraviolet light, stimulates nitric oxide production in the skin, which is essential for blood vessel health and dilation.

Well SupportedThe fatty acid composition of the human body mirrors dietary intake, meaning a low linoleic acid diet will result in lower linoleic acid levels in one's fat cells.

Well SupportedAdequate protein intake from meat is necessary for the body to produce collagen for skin health.

Not SupportedSaurolin, found in celery, is associated with phytophotodermatitis and increased skin cancer risk.

Well SupportedSollins in foods like parsnip and celery can increase sensitivity to ultraviolet light, potentially causing phototoxic injury.

Not SupportedSunlight's benefits cannot be fully replicated by taking a vitamin D pill.

Well SupportedSun exposure is beneficial for humans and should be understood in terms of proper dosing.

Well SupportedSunlight exposure stimulates nitric oxide release via UVA radiation, which is important for endothelial health and blood vessel function.

Well SupportedRed meat is not inherently inflammatory and can have anti-inflammatory effects in a canine model.

Well SupportedDietary sources of collagen include bone broth from grass-fed beef or tendonous parts, or a third-party tested collagen supplement.

Partially SupportedCitrus consumption, particularly grapefruit rind, is associated with an increased risk of cutaneous malignant melanoma.

Partially SupportedCell membrane fatty acid composition, determined by diet, influences skin cancer risk.

Not SupportedOils from corn, canola, safflower, sunflower, peanut, and soybean are problematic due to their high linoleic acid content.

Partially SupportedAccumulating linoleic acid in cell membranes makes them more susceptible to oxidation.

Partially SupportedCholesterol applied topically to the skin decreases inflammation.

Not SupportedMainstream sunscreens contain ingredients found in human plasma that are potentially carcinogenic and may act as hormone disruptors.

Partially SupportedHigher levels of linoleic acid in fatty tissue correlate with an increased risk of melanoma.

Partially SupportedAnimal-fat-based sunscreens with zinc are recommended as an alternative to conventional sunscreens.

Partially SupportedSunlight is a nutrient that enhances health and vibrancy in appropriate doses.

Not SupportedApplying linoleic acid-containing oils directly to the skin may be detrimental and increase inflammatory markers.

Partially SupportedSunscreen containing tallow and zinc, without seed oils or other additives, is a preferred option for facial sun protection.

Partially SupportedIngesting food washed with dishwasher rinse aid or detergent containing alcohol ethoxylates can lead to gut damage.

Partially SupportedExcess citrus consumption, including grapefruit juice, celery juice, parsnips, carrots, parsley, and celery, may lead to photosensitivity or skin damage.

Not SupportedUsing a sunscreen with sunflower oil as a base can lead to the incorporation of polyunsaturated fatty acids into skin cell membranes.

Not SupportedMainstream sunscreens containing ingredients like avobenzone, octobenzone, and octocrylene are not recommended due to potential health risks.

Not SupportedSome sunscreens and moisturizers contain high linoleic acid seed oils.

Partially SupportedA carnivore diet led to massive improvements in recurrent eczema, with no recurrence when transitioning to an animal-based diet with fruit and honey.

Partially SupportedAn animal-based diet including carbohydrates is more sustainable long-term for humans than a strict raw meat diet.

Partially SupportedLinoleic acid oxidizes more quickly than saturated fats like palmitic or stearic acid.

Not SupportedSunscreen products with ingredients other than zinc should be avoided.

Partially SupportedStatins are associated with higher rates of skin cancer.

Partially SupportedTallow is a cost-effective alternative to conventional skincare ingredients.

Partially SupportedSunlight exposure on the chest, back, or genitals can provide endorphins.

Partially SupportedRemoving offending foods such as beans, grains, nuts, seeds, and some vegetables can improve skin health, particularly for those with acne.

Partially SupportedSunlight exposure can influence sex hormones in both men and women.

Partially SupportedA slight increase in LDL cholesterol from saturated fat intake is acceptable and potentially beneficial in insulin-sensitive individuals.

Partially SupportedDogs fed a non-processed, high-fat, raw meat-based diet with organs showed upregulated genes related to lipid metabolism and keratinocyte function, and improvements in skin barrier function, innate immunity, and decreased oxidative stress compared to dogs fed commercial kibble.

Partially SupportedA raw meat diet improved gene expression profiles in dogs with inflammatory conditions.

Partially SupportedSun exposure between sunrise and approximately 8 AM, and potentially up to 2 hours before sunset, can help develop a solar callus without burning.

Partially SupportedFoods like beans, grains, nuts, seeds, and some vegetables can trigger internal inflammation and damage the gut.

Partially SupportedAn animal-based diet, including tallow applied topically, has been reported to improve skin blemishes, acne, and scarring.

Partially SupportedLinoleic acid applied topically to the skin causes increased inflammation in the skin.

Partially SupportedVitamin D supplements should ideally be in olive oil, organic, and may include vitamin D lamps as an alternative.

Not SupportedTanning lotions and spray tans contain compounds that may have negative physiological effects.

Partially SupportedHigh LDL levels are normal and beneficial for insulin-sensitive individuals consuming a diet aligned with human design.

Partially SupportedAn animal-based diet with more saturated fat and less seed oils, grains, and lectins can significantly improve acne.

Partially SupportedIron is beneficial for the skin.

Partially SupportedExposure to UV light provides benefits beyond Vitamin D, including endorphins, nitric oxide, and cholesterol sulfate.

Partially SupportedDietary saturated fats and cholesterol from animal sources are beneficial for skin health.

Partially SupportedHeart and Soil bone marrow and liver supplements reportedly improved a child's behavior, energy, focus, and mood, and may benefit speech delay and autism-like symptoms.

Partially SupportedHeart and Soil supplements are Informed Sports certified, meaning they are pure, third-party tested for contaminants, and clean.

Not SupportedSorelenes found in some foods may harm the skin.

Partially SupportedHumans evolved in the sun for hundreds of thousands of years.

Partially SupportedIf suffering from health issues, question assumptions about nutrition, including the benefits of vegetables, grains, beans, nuts, seeds, and the harms of saturated fat and meat.

Partially SupportedZinc is beneficial for wound repair and skin barrier protection.

Not SupportedMainstream medicine's position that there is no healthy tan is incorrect.

Partially SupportedAvoiding seed oils is important for skin health.

Partially SupportedHealing the gut through intentional dietary and environmental decisions is a powerful intervention.

Partially SupportedDietary changes can improve atopic dermatitis and inflammatory markers in dogs.

Partially SupportedCombining high intake of citrus juice, especially grapefruit, with celery juice and foods containing sorellens may increase photosensitivity and skin damage risk.

Partially SupportedMeat tenderizers can make fibrous cuts of meat more palatable.

Not SupportedWomen should avoid moisturizers high in linoleic acid, especially when using them during the day.

Partially SupportedHeart and Soil supplements contain grass-fed, grass-finished liver and bone marrow from New Zealand cows.

Partially SupportedA 'solar callus' is developed by gradually allowing the skin to become darker through sun exposure.

Partially SupportedThe skin acts as an epithelial barrier exposed to insults from topical applications and sunlight.

Partially SupportedAcne is caused by internal inflammation triggering the immune system, connected to diet, not dirt on the skin.

Not SupportedCompounds in spray tans can penetrate the skin and may have problematic long-term effects.

Not SupportedThe long-term safety of dihydroxyacetone (DHA) in spray tans is unknown.

Partially SupportedA free macro calculator for an animal-based diet is available at carnivoremd.com.

Partially SupportedHydrolyzed collagen from hoof and hide is not well absorbed, despite being important for skin health.

Partially SupportedKibble for dogs is analogous to the standard American diet for humans in terms of potential health impacts.

Partially SupportedIndividuals with darker skin tones are less efficient at harvesting sunlight for vitamin D, nitric oxide, and endorphin production but are more protected from intense sun.

Partially SupportedAn animal-based diet can reduce gut and skin inflammation by excluding seed oils, grains, lectins, and beans.

Partially SupportedReal sunlight, containing various wavelengths, is healthy for humans in appropriate doses.

Partially SupportedSwitching to an animal-based diet significantly improved acne for multiple individuals by reducing saturated fat, seed oils, grains, and lectins.

Partially SupportedGradual sun exposure without burning is recommended, especially for lighter-skinned individuals.

Partially SupportedPeople living closer to the equator have lower rates of autoimmune diseases, potentially linked to vitamin D levels.

Partially SupportedInflammation in the skin is a precursor for skin cancers and is detrimental to skin health.

Partially SupportedAchieving a tan through gradual sun exposure is preferable to using spray tans or lotions, avoiding fragrances, parabens, phthalates, xenoestrogens, and endocrine disruptors.

Partially SupportedIndividuals with darker skin can tolerate and require more direct sunlight for health compared to lighter-skinned individuals.

Partially SupportedFair-skinned individuals should cover skin with rash guards, hats, or leggings during intense midday sun, or use and reapply sunscreen consistently.

Partially SupportedA healthy dose of sunlight varies based on individual skin tone, history, and lineage.

Partially SupportedVitamin D supplements packaged in seed oils can accumulate over time.

Not SupportedSpray tans often contain phthalates, parabens, and other endocrine disruptors.

Partially SupportedMolecules with a molecular weight less than 500 g/mol, like linoleic acid, can penetrate human skin.