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Final Aim Julynotbenefits Corner
Final Aim Julynotbenefits Corner
Final Aim Julynotbenefits Corner
Welcome
Thank you for joining us for July’s Artistry in Motion!
This month, we’re excited to welcome our newest
Artists, give you some summer health tips, and a tasty
update.
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Front row, left to right: Chaday Brown, Kathryn Sears, Mallory Thomas, Renee McFarland, Lekei Westmoreland, Holly Earthman
Back row, left to right: Erica Johnson, Nasiah McKinney, Lauren Vann, Frank Fitchben, Stephanie Jones, Rhea Shahani, Brianna
Taylor, Heavenly Burns, Rodney Fleming, Tyeshia Johns, Curtis Massey
Not sure what skin type you are? Here is a chart that breaks it down:
D
on’t believe us? Check out the photo below of a man who was a truck driver
for many years. The side of his face that faced his driver window is much
more wrinkled than the other side that wasn’t as exposed to sunlight2.
We wear sunscreen to protect our skin from the radiation (or
ultraviolet rays) that comes from the sun. Those pesky UV rays
are what burn and wrinkle our skin. Did you know that even on
cloudy days, we’re still exposed to UV rays?
Just like the weather, experts can predict how intense the UV
rays will be on a given day. 1 is low (almost no UV rays), and 11
is extreme (it’s a good idea to stay indoors). This number can be
high even on cloudy days which is why the UV index is a better
indicator than the amount of sun that day.
Here are some ways to avoid the aging and wrinkling effects that UV rays have on
our skin3:
• Stay indoors between 10 am – 4 pm as the UV index is at its highest
• Seek shady areas and wear a hat and sunglasses when spending time outdoors, such as traveling to houses or walking to other
parts of campus
• If you’re outdoors for a long period of time, apply sunscreen with SPF 30 (or higher) every two hours (even on cloudy days) and
after swimming or sweating
• Avoid bright surfaces, like sand, water, and snow, which can reflect UV rays and increase your exposure
1
https://www.winchesterhospital.org/health-library/article?id=157004
2
https://news.feinberg.northwestern.edu/2012/06/20/sun-damage/
3
https://weather.com/en-CA/canada/science/news/2018-06-11-uv-index-sunburn-skin-dangers
Creative Ways to Stay Hydrated
W
e’ve always been told that drinking enough water is
important, but how much is enough?
Here’s a breakdown:
Men: about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of water a day Women: about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of water a day1
Before you start chugging water, however, consider this: And yes, water is ABSOLUTELY a healthier alternative to soda.
• Body weight affects how much water you should drink. You can trick your body into drinking water that has all the
Bigger bodies require more water, and smaller bodies require flavor of soda, and none of the sugar. For example, Walmart sells
less water. liters of flavored sparkling water for just 70 cents (at the time
• When it’s hot outside, you tend to sweat and lose more this article was written) in flavors such as cotton candy, blue
water. raspberry, strawberry daquiri, key lime, peach, oranges & cream,
• If you exercise or are active frequently, you are losing water. and more!
You can get water from food too, not just from a water bottle.
Eating cucumbers, celery, strawberries, grapefruit, spinach, and
watermelon, soups, broths, and stews are all ways you can ‘drink’
more water.
Benefits Corner
Active & Fit Direct
As a MedCost member, you have access to many programs What do I get from the program? MedCost members can join
dedicated to promoting your health and overall wellness. One of any participating gym for just $25/month, plus a $25 enrollment
these programs is called Active Fit & Direct. fee. **The enrollment fee is currently waived until August 31! Full
details online.** You will also have access to hundreds of home
workout videos for yoga, Pilates, HIIT, strength, and more.
For questions about your Arbor Acres benefits, please contact Susan Koivisto, Payroll & Benefits Manager, at ext. 1221,
skoivisto@arboracres.org.