Rethinking Sun Protection Part 2: Edible Sunscreen Alternatives with Dr. Katie Varman

🍅🥕 Could your grocery cart be just as powerful as your sunscreen?

In this Part 2 of Rethinking Sun Protection, host Dr. Shannon C. Trotter welcomes back Dr. Katie Varman, a board-certified dermatologist specializing in photoimmunology and functional medicine, to explore how diet and supplements can strengthen your skin’s natural defenses against UV damage.

✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:

How nutrients like carotenoids, polyphenols, and omega-3s reduce inflammation and DNA damage.

Research showing some foods can lower sunburn risk by up to 40–50%.

Everyday sources of skin-protective nutrients: tomatoes, carrots, green tea, niacinamide, and more.

The balance between healthy sun exposure and personalized protection.

Why nutrition should be seen as a partner to sunscreen, not a replacement.

👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Katie Varman:
Dr. Varman is a board-certified dermatologist with expertise in photoimmunology and integrative skin health. Her work bridges dermatology and functional medicine, helping patients take a holistic approach to skin protection and overall wellness.

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📌 If you’ve ever wondered how your diet, supplements, and skincare routine work together to protect your skin, this episode will give you the science-backed answers you need.

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