Do we really need to put on sunscreen for sun protection?

Question

Think about it. Our ancestors did not have indoor lighting; they
exposed their skin to the sun regularly. They didn't run and hide
from the sun, they used it as nourishment to generate a crucial
vitamin that supports human health in a multitude of ways. The idea
that "the sun is bad for you" makes about as much sense as "water
is bad for you" or "the Earth is flat." This persistent myth was
invented, marketed and publicized by an industry that profits from
a gullible public believing demonstrable falsehoods.

But why would the cancer industry go along with the deception, you
might ask? Because the continued commercial success of the cancer
industry depends on more people getting cancer.
The cancer industry has no
interest whatsoever in preventing cancer. The industry, in fact,
takes steps to interfere with prevention efforts and thereby ensure
the growth in the number of future cancer patients...

The benefits of sunscreen are a myth. Proponents say sunscreen
prevents sunburn, but in fact, the real cause of sunburn is not
merely UV exposure: It is a lack of antioxidant nutrition. Start
eating lots of berries and microalgae (spirulina, astaxanthin,
blue-green algae, etc.), and you'll build up an internal sunscreen
that will protect your skin from sunburn from the inside out.
Sunburn is actually caused by nutritional deficiencies that leave
the skin vulnerable to DNA mutations from radiation, but if you
boost your nutrition and protect your nervous system with
plant-based nutrients, you'll be naturally resistant to sunburn.
The same nutrients, by the way, also protect the optic nerve and
eyes from radiation damage. That's why the consumption of berries
and carrots, for example, has historically been associated with
healthy eye function. (The same nutrients that protect the eyes
also protect the skin.)

Answer 1

I didn't use sunscreen and developed melanoma cancer. So your theory is just a POS, like you.

Answer 2

Our ancestors did spend much more time outdoors without sunscreen.

BUT.......

What is your ancestry? Do you live closer to the equator than your ancestors? The suns rays are stronger there (which is why people native to these areas generally have more melonin in their skin.

Also, the ozone layer is being depleted, and so more damaging rays are being let through.

Also, cancers from sun damage take many years to form, frequently not showing up until people are in their 50's or older, and our ancestors were often lucky to make it to 40!

5 minutes of sunshine daily is enough to provide your requirement of Vitamin D, and this is produced even when you are wearing sunscreen!

Answer 3

You do realize our ancestors died much sooner (earlier age) than us and that there was a time where cancer couldn't be diagnosed, so who knew why they were dying. The sun isn't an evil entity, but there are steps now that can be taken to make sure your skin stays healthy. It doesn't mean that every person who tans will get cancer or everyone who takes precations won't though

Answer 4

YES!
UVA and UVB rays can penetrate the clouds even on the most overcast of days. It is especially important to use sunblock when you wear few articles of clothing, and with the decaying ozone layer... I wouldn't chance it. SPF 15 or 30 are what you should wear.
Sunglasses are also very important because your eyes are just as sensitive as your skin. Polarized sunglasses offer even more protection.

Answer 5

I dont like direct sun into my skin, simply because I dont like getting burnt.
I rubbed my husband's body w suntan lotion although he didn't really like it, because if not, I could peel his skin(which he enjoyed so much) but i hate to see his rough skin .

I just simply like to have a smooth skin. I wear hat or umbrella if it is too sunny.
My skin is very smooth, I am 60 w/o any line of wrinkle yet anywhere, it looks healthy too.

Sure when Iam dead my body will be rotten but now when Iam still alive, I might as well look and feel nice.