What is the best sunscreen? Co-Founder and CEO of Thrive Natural Care, Alex McIntosh, explains the differences between mineral and chemical sunscreen, and provides tips on what to look for in a sunscreen that not only protects you from the sun but is also safe to use. With his company’s mission to “leave things better than we found them”, Alex also explains Thrive’s regenerative business model that helps restore degraded ecosystems and communities in Costa Rica.

In this episode you’ll hear:
2:30 – Thrive’s mission and regenerative business model
4:50 – Alex’s journey to starting Thrive Natural Care
7:30 – The multi-pronged approach to reducing skin inflammation
11:45 – Difference between mineral and chemical sunscreens
13:10 – Unsafe chemical sunscreen ingredients
14:30 – Pros & cons of mineral sunscreen
17:30 – Non-nano zinc oxide explained
19:45 – Plant based sunscreen ingredients and antioxidants
23:10 – How Thrive’s business model helps re-couple growth with health
27:00 – What you should look for on sunscreen packaging
28:00 – Impact of sunscreen on coral reefs

CREDITS:
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

Topics Include:

High protein
Plant-based on a budget
Whole food plant based
Plant-based protein
Meal Prep
How to get protein without meat
Complete proteins
Inflammation
Iron rich foods
Do I need B12
Cheap vegan meals
Hormone Balance
Sunday meal prep
Picky eaters
Meat replacements
Egg substitute
Cheese alternative
Plant-based weight loss
Lose belly fat on plants
Fiber fueled
Microbiome
Probiotics
Weight loss
Gut health
Lower cholesterol naturally
Reverse heart disease
Blood pressure
Anti-aging
Longevity
Vegan muscle building
Pre-workout meals
Veganuary
Transitioning to plant-based
Beginner Guide
Budget friendly