Eating Your Sunscreen? The Polypodium Secret with Dr. Noreen Galaria

☀️💊 Could sunscreen one day come in pill form?

In this episode of Derm-It Trotter! Don’t Swear About Skincare, host Dr. Shannon C. Trotter speaks with Dr. Noreen Galaria, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Inner Glow Vitamins, to explore the science behind oral sun protection and the powerful role of antioxidants in defending skin from UV damage.

Dr. Galaria introduces us to polypodium leucotomos, a tropical fern used by indigenous communities for centuries as natural sun protection. Research shows its compounds can reduce sunburn risk, slow photoaging, and support tumor suppression—making it a promising complement to topical sunscreen.

✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:

How polypodium works from the inside out, starting within an hour and lasting 4–6 hours.

Why oral antioxidants like green tea and cacao are gaining attention in sun safety.

The difference between oral protection and topical sunscreen (and why you need both).

How these compounds may help with immediate protection and long-term skin health.

Why natural, science-backed solutions matter in the era of rising global UV exposure.

👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Noreen Galaria:
Dr. Galaria is a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Inner Glow Vitamins, a company focused on evidence-based nutraceuticals for skin health. She is passionate about helping patients strengthen their skin from the inside out.

Find Dr. Galaria here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/galariaderm...
Website: https://galariamd.com/

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