Are commercial sunscreens really protecting your health—or compromising it? In this episode of Science4Fun Academy, we take a deep dive into the science behind sunscreen: how it works, what’s in it, and why some ingredients may be disrupting more than just UV rays. We explore the latest research on chemical vs. mineral filters, hormone-disrupting compounds, coral reef toxicity, and the myths around SPF numbers. You'll also learn how to choose safer, evidence-based alternatives—and even how to make your own.

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'Leaky gut', a condition where the intestinal wall becomes permeable, allowing harmful substances to enter the bloodstream. We explain how a molecule called zonulin can disrupt tight junctions between gut cells, leading to increased permeability leading to series of other problems, and ever growing connection with the raise in autoimmune diseases.

They’re common, persistent, and often mistaken for something else—misdiagnosed conditions cost time, money, and sometimes lives. Today, we uncover the silent culprits hiding behind the wrong labels

Osteoporosis... not just an age related problem. This episode will change how you see your own bones and debunk long held misconceptions on the subject.

We explore the complex topic of vaccines, questioning the dramatic increase in childhood vaccinations from the 1960s to the present day, particularly as many target diseases that are less prevalent. Arguments are presented regarding potential immune system overload from multiple shots, the safety of vaccine ingredients, and concerns about the testing duration and methodology of vaccines.

This podcast episode explores the scientific basis behind the potential role of fasting in cancer treatment. While exploring the mechanisms such as the reduction of IGF-1 and the induction of autophagy and ketogenesis as contributing factors to this differential response, the episode also touches on early clinical trials and anecdotal evidence.

Think parasites are only a third-world problem? Think again. Some can live silently in your body for years—undetected—and a few are even classified as carcinogens.

The discussion explains how parasites are acquired, how they can live undetected within the body, and the documented scientific evidence linking specific parasites to certain cancers through mechanisms like chronic inflammation. While acknowledging the buzz around deworming