❱POLYPODIUM LEUCOTOMOS, an extract
from ferns, can reduce UVA-related
damage and protect against wrinkling,
brown spots, sunburn, and skin cancer.
❱PYCNOGENOL, from the bark of the
European coastal pine, signifi cantly
improves skin hydration and elasticity
and can combat hyperpigmentation
from excessive sun exposure.
❱VITAMIN E prevents free-radical damage,
has anti-infl ammatory actions, and
protects against UV-related skin damage.
It’s especially eff ective when combined
with vitamin C.Must-Pack Travel Products
Finally, your summer vacay is here! Whether you’re heading to an exotic locale or planning a nearby
camping trip, use this product guide to stay well wherever you wander.❱SELENIUM has been shown to reduce
cancer cell progression in several
cancers, including skin cancer.9
USE SUNSCREENS THE
RIGHT WAY. Even the best
sunscreen won’t work if you don’t apply
it properly or often enough. Use enough
to generously coat all exposed skin,
and apply about 20 minutes before you
head outside, especially if you’re using
a chemical sunscreen—they need time
to be absorbed into the skin to work.
Don’t forget sensitive or hard-to-reachareas such as lips, the tops of your ears,
around the eyes, the backs of your legs,
and even your scalp (especially if your
hair is parted or thinning). No matter
what the SPF, reapply your sunscreen
every two hours—more often if you’re
swimming or sweating, even if you’re
using a water-resistant formula. They’re
just that: resistant, not waterproof (the
FDA banned the terms “waterproof” and
“sweat-proof” from sunscreens).Pack It!
Natural Factors
Travel Biotic
BB
Probiotics are
the ultimate
“don’t-leave-
home-without-
it” remedy.
Your digestive
and immune
systems will
thank you.
Look for “no
refrigeration
required” on
the label.Pack It!
Life-flo
Pure
Magnesium Oil
(travel size)
Topical
magnesium
can help you
relax and get
a good night's
sleep—two
vacation
necessities.
Overdid it
walking or
hiking? Mag-
nesium is also
great for sore
muscles.Pack It!
Garden of
Life mykind
Organics
Elderberry
Immune
Gummy
Elderberry has
been shown
to reduce cold
symptoms and
duration among
air travelers,
according
to a study in
the journal
Nutrients.
It tastes
great, and it
protects against
annoying colds?
Thumbs up!Pack It!
Life Extension
VenoFlow
Pycnogenol,
an extract of
French maritime
pine bark, has
been shown
in multiple
studies to help
reduce edema
and the risk
of deep vein
thrombosis
(DVT) on
long flights,
especially when
combined with
compression
stockings.Pack It!
Bluebonnet
Nutrition
EarthSweet
Chewables
Melatonin
It’s hard to
sleep when
you’re not in
your own bed,
not to mention
when you’re
in a totally
different time
zone. Melatonin
can help you
fall asleep,
stay asleep,
and allow your
body to adjust
to a new time
zone.Pack It!
Quantum
Health Buzz
Away Extreme
Towelettes
People may
tell you that
DEET is the
only effective
way to ward
off pesky
mosquitoes
and ticks. Not
true! Essential
oils, such
as citronella,
geranium,
lemongrass,
and cedarwood,
offer potent
protectionfor all
your outdoor
adventures.Pack It!
Mushroom
Wisdom
Maitake
EZ Spray
Maitake
is one of
the best
all-around
immune tonics.
It has been
shown in
numerous
studies to
support
immune health
in a variety of
ways. Simplify
things with a
spray form.Pack It!
Derma E
Mineral Sun-
screen Powder
and Badger
Clear Zinc
Oxide Sport
Sunscreen
SPF
Here’s the
gist of it: Buy
sunscreens
made with
minerals—zinc
oxide, titanium
dioxide, or a
combination of
the two. When
traveling, bring
one product for
your face (try a
tinted powder
for a fresh
glow!) and one
for your body.protectionfor all
your outdoor
adventures.Lisa Turneris a chef, food writer, product developer, and nutrition
coach in Boulder, Colo. She has more than 20 years of experience in
researching and writing about nourishing foods, and coaching people
toward healthier eating habits. Find her at lisaturnercooks.com.BN0719_F_SunCare_JS.indd 33 5/30/19 2:14 PM