Morpheus Wellness July 2024 Chronicles

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UV Safety Month</h1>

<h2 style=”color: orange:”>While the sunshine is essential to our bodies to process Vitamin D, ultraviolet rays can quickly damage our skin and eyes.</h2>

<p>1 in 5 Americans <br> get skin cancer.</p>

<p>Skin cancer is <br> the most common cancer <br> in the U.S.</p>

<p>UV light <br> causes the most <br> skin cancers.</p>

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<h3 style=”text-align: right;”>Just 5 sunburns doubles your risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancers.</h3>

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<h3>Sun Safety is Easy</h3>

<li>Stay in the shade.</li>

<li>Stay inside when the sun is at its brightest.</li>

<li>Use broad-spectrum sunblock with SPF 30 or higher.</li>

<li>Wear a hat and sunglasses.</li>

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<h2>THIS ISSUE:</h2>

<div>July is UV Safety <br>

Month <br>

Page 01</div>

<div>Protect Your Eyes <br>

Page 02</div>

<div>Healthy Aging – Staying <br> Hydrated this Summer <br>

Page 03</div>

<div>Healthy Summer Recipe <br>

Page 04</div>

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<h1 style=”text-align: right; color: blue; background-color: orange;”>UV rays can hurt your eyes. Sun exposure puts you at risk for eye cancer and cataracts. Read ahead to learn how to protect your eyes this summer.</h1>

<p>As Floridians, we love spending time in the sun. However, UV rays can harm our skin and eyes.</p>

<p>According to Irene Kuno, an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Wilmer Eye Institute at John Hopkins, the skin on our eyelids is the thinnest and most sensitive to UV rays, making it more prone to damage.</p>

<p>UV damage can cause eye issues like dryness, vision problems, wrinkles, sagging, and pigmentation changes.</p>

<h2>The National Eye Institute says UV exposure can lead to:</h2>

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<li>Cataracts – cloudy areas in the eye’s lens causing blurry or hazy vision.</li>

<li>Eyelid Cancers – including basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas.</li>

<li>Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)** – blurs central vision with increased risk from prolonged UV exposure.</li>

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<p>To protect your eyes from UV damage, wear sunglasses and hats.</p>

<h2>Choose the right sunglasses by considering:</h2>

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<li>Lens material: Look for 99 - 100% UVA/UVB protection or UV400 rating.</li>

<li>Fit: Ensure the frame covers the skin around your eyes to minimize light entry from all angles.</li>

<li>Use: For activities near water or sand, consider polarized lenses to minimize glare.</li>

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<h1 style=”text-align: center; color: purple; background: linear-gradient(white, blue); text-style: italic;”>Healthy Aging – Stay <br> Hydrated this Summer</h1>

<p style=”color; purple;”>Staying hydrated in summer heat is especially important to maintain both mental and physical health. Dehydration is common amongst older adults, and it is the most preventable cause of hospitalizations, urinary tract infections, and falls.</p>

<h3 style=”color: purple;”>How much water do we need to stay hydrated?</h3>

<p>Generally speaking, we should take ⅓ of our body weight and drink that number of ounces of fluid. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, you should aim to drink 50 ounces of water every day. As always, talk to your doctor to determine how much water you should be consuming per day.</p>

<h2>How to Stay Hydrated Every Day</h2>

<p>Preventing dehydration can help keep aging adults safe. To maintain a healthy mind and body, you need to stay hydrated every day, and here’s how!</p>

<h3>1. Choose foods with high water content</h3>

<p>Water-rich foods include cucumbers, watermelon, lettuce, strawberries, and celery.</p>

<h3>2. Keep water within reach – ALWAYS</h3>

<h3>3. Limit alcohol intake</h3>

<p>Alcohol is a diuretic.</p>

<h3>4. Change it up!</h3>

<p>Jazz up H2O by adding lemon, lime, cucumber, or berries. You can also switch it up with low-sugar sports drinks or powders.</p>

<h3>5. Build a hydration routine</h3>

<p>Make it a point to offer hydration to your loved ones throughout the day.</p>

<h3>Fill up your water bottle!</h3><p>Let's take care of ourselves and our loved ones by prioritizing hydration this summer and all year round. Remember, a well-hydrated body is a healthy body!</p>

<h2 style=”color: black”>Importance of Hydration</h2>

<p>According to the National Council on Aging, research shows 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Adults 60 and older are at a greater risk of dehydration due to a natural drop in thirst levels and body composition changes. Our bodies use water to maintain temperature, remove waste, and lubricate our joints. Making sure your aging loved one gets enough water is an important step in maintaining their health.</p>

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<h1 style=”text-align: center; color: blue; background-color: white; font-style: italic”>Healthy Living – Grilled Chicken <br> Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette</h1>

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<p style=”color: blue:”>This summer recipe features a tasty combination of sweet and savory. Make a vinaigrette with blueberry preserves, maple syrup, and fresh berries. Drizzle over a big bed of greens with fresh blueberries, mandarin oranges, and tangy goat cheese.</p>

<li>Prep Time: 20 min + marinating</li>

<li>Grill: 10 min</li>

<li>Makes: 4 servings</li>

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<h2>Ingredients</h2>

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<li>2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves</li>

<li>1 tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil</li>

<li>1 garlic clove, minced</li>

<li>One-fourth teaspoon (tsp) salt</li>

<li>One-fourth teaspoon (tsp) pepper</li>

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<h3>Vinaigrette</h3>

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<li>One-fourth cup olive oil</li>

<li>One-fourth cup blueberry preserves</li>

<li>2 tablespoons (tbsp) balsamic vinegar</li>

<li>2 tablespoons (tbsp) maple syrup</li>

<li>One-fourth teaspoon (tsp) ground mustard</li>

<li>One-eighth teaspoon (tsp) salt</li>

<li>Dash of pepper</li>

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<h3>Salad</h3>

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<li>1 package ready-to-serve salad greens</li>

<li>1 cup fresh blueberries</li>

<li>Half cup canned mandarin oranges</li>

<li>1 cup crumbled goat cheese</li>

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<h2 style=”color: blue:”>Directions:</h2>

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<li>Toss raw chicken with oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, 30 min. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.</li>

<li>Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat 5-7 minutes per side until a thermometer reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.</li>

<li>Place greens on a serving plate. Place chicken, blueberries, and oranges over greens. Whisk dressing again. Drizzle over salad. Top with cheese.</li>

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<h2 style=”color: blue:”>Nutrition Facts:</h2>

<p>1 serving: 455 calories, 26g fat (7g saturated), 82mg cholesterol, 460mg sodium, 36g carbohydrates (27g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein.</p>

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<p style=”color: black;”>If you need further guidance with summer care, please contact Morpheus Wellness at 813-586-0542.</p>

<p style=”color: black;”>Written by Emily Maguire. Edited by Deborah McVey.</p>