Fish Oil Fast Fact #226: What do Fish Oil and Sunscreen Have in Common?

Before you head out to the beach, you probably do not think about smearing yourself with bait, but fish oil can play as big a role in skin cancer protection as your sunscreen. The key lies in the omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil.

These fatty acids are excellent when it comes to preventing inflammation, including the inflammation caused by UV rays from the sun that ultimately drives some skin cells “crazy” and causes them to multiply out of control, creating a skin cancer tumor. A daily dose of omega 3 fish oil can help your body combat this issue not only when it comes to your skin, but in the areas of the breast and prostate as well.

So technically, you still should not “oil up” when you go out in the sun, and you should use plenty of SPF protection. But do not forget your omega 3 fish oil supplement as well, since it could play just as big a role in keeping your skin safe from cancer.

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