Sunscreen: Myths, Misconceptions and What Studies Actually Say With Salt+Blue
Sunscreen: Myths, Misconceptions and What Studies Actually Say With Salt+Blue  
Podcast: The Wellness Mama Podcast
Published On: Mon Apr 20 2026
Description: Episode Highlights with Salt + BlueThe fear messaging around the sun and around sunscreenCommon misconceptions about sunscreen and when it isn’t actually beneficial and can be harmfulHarmful ingredients found in many sunscreens Chemical vs mineral sunscreen and how these impact the body differently Why our culture has become so afraid of the sun and how we got hereQuestioning the sunscreen prevents skin cancer narrative and what the data actually saysWhy many sunscreens on the market aren’t actually broad spectrum and don’t block the damaging parts of UVAWhat does broad spectrum mean in sunscreen and why to look for thisPhysical sunscreen like zinc are naturally broad spectrumWhat does the term waterproof on sunscreen actually meanThe problems with petroleum in sunscreenWhy I don’t wear sunglasses almost ever!Resources MentionedSalt + BlueDminder appAnnmarie Gianni HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.