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TheMarketReportEnjoy locallygrown food

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10EATING RIGHT

EAT YOUR WATER?

A top dermatologists advice

By Cheryl Rose

6BEAUTY

BEWARE

SUMMER HAIR!

Tips for ghting the elements

By Cathleen Cole

15INCREASE YOUR PEACE

CHILD CARE

CHOICES

Whats right for your family?

By Cathleen Cole

12SPOTLIGHT

FARM-FRESH FARE

Regional avor comes to market

By Kirsten Matthew

4EDITORS LETTER

BE TASTE-FULL

Vegging out this summer

By Cheryl Rose

19SAFETY

VISOR YOUR VISION

Take precautions for eye health

By Todd Senters

Contents

20GET MOVING

BEND, LIFT, REACH

Real ways we use our bodies

By Kirsten Matthew

22SAFETY

BUG OFF!

Take the bite

out of summer

By Todd Senters

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BE taste-full

from the editor

July/August 2010 | BE Healthy

To me, there is nothing that symbolizes

summer more than a ripe, red, homegrown

tomato. Slice it up with a bit of salt, or

maybe some balsamic or a sprinkle of

basil leaveslife is good. Before moving

to Texas, I grew tomatoes in the backyard

and had even begun experimenting with some heirloom

varieties. I made the attempt when we rst arrived in

Beaumont, but got quickly discouraged by drought and

critters. Now Id much rather just buy the product of

someone elses hot and patient work.

With the opening of the Beaumont Farmers Market, there is another great source to

get delicious produce and products grown right in our area. My family was part of the

big crowd on opening day and many Saturday mornings since. There is always such agood vibe at a food market. It attracts people who are truly appreciative of the benets

of fresh food and the labor required to provide it.

As Americans, we are reminded repeatedly that we should incorporate more fresh

fruits and vegetables into our diets. In summertime, its hard to nd an excuse not to

indulge in the abundance of beans, peas, peppers, cucumbers, lettuces, melons and

more. Take a trip to one of the local markets and talk to the vendors about how to cook

a vegetable youve never tried.

Dr. Howard Murad, the internationally-known dermatologist and researcher, pro-

vides yet another way to think about the importance of fruits and vegetables to our

bodies water. Could eating a cucumber or a banana do more for your bodys hydra-

tion than drinking a glass of pure water? Find out more in the article on p. 10.

Before we know it, the long summer days will speed up with the back-to-school

rush. If you have school-age children, be sure to check the current vaccination require-

ments. Start a bedtime and eating routine to ease your kids back into school hours a

week or two in advance. Consider what youre going to pack in that new lunch kit

starting with some fruits and veggies!

Cheryl Rose,

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By Cathleen Co

Youmay have seen them onyour summer vacation to the coast those surfer girls andbeach boyswith bushy, sun-bleachedhairdos. Sun and sea salt can wreak havoc on youhair. And for those of youwho like to relax at the pool, especially you blondies, chlorin

can turn your hair an unlovely shade of algae green. But it doesnt have to be thisway!With the right cut and proper care, your hair can be cool and stylish all summer long.

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Healthy Hair Tips

Prevention is the best

medicine when it comes to

hair care, said Lydia Light,

n instructor in Lumberton

High Schools cosmetology

department. To keep the pools

hlorine from soaking into

your hair, Light recommends

wetting it thoroughly with

ap water so it will already be

aturated and wont soak uphe heavily chlorinated water.

Or you can use a leave-in

onditioner with sunscreen on

your hair before you go swim-

ming. And dont forget your

hat. Thats the best protection

rom the sun, Light said.

To wash out chlorine build-

up, Light recommends sham-

pooing and then adding about

a tablespoon of baking soda to

your soapy hair. Lather that

in and rinse it out thoroughly.

This is good for any type of

buildup on the hair chlorine,

hair spray, even excessive con-

ditioner, she explained.

If you want to give your

locks a lift, Light advised, eat a

healthy diet and avoid cigarettesmoke, which can leave yellow-

ing deposits on hair. And put

away the blow dryer and at

iron for a while. Excessive heat

can be very damaging. Give

your hair a rest from these heat

sources, she recommended.

That does help.

In order to have healthy hair,we need to have a healthy dietto support the growth anddevelopment of hair.

Mary Ellen Vivrett, registered dietitianand clinical nutrition manager,Baptist Beaumont Hospital

Feed Your Hair

Nutrients are received

and absorbed at the hair bulb,

which is part of the hair root

under the skin, said Mary

Ellen Vivrett, a registered dieti-

tian and clinical nutrition man-

ager at Baptist Beaumont Hos-

pital. The hair bulb takes the

nutrients and generates new

hair. In order to have healthy

hair, we need to have a healthydiet to support the growth and

development of hair.

According to Vivrett,

hair needs sucient protein

vitamin A, vitamin C, biotin

iron, copper and zinc. With

it, hair might become dull a

dry and progressive hair los

can occur. (See list below fo

diet recommendations.) Pro

hydration is also important

hair growth, so Vivrett rec-

ommends drinking plenty o

water and limiting caeinatbeverages, which can be de

drating, to 24 ounces per da

Diet for Pretty HairProteins: Lean meats including beef, chicken, turkey,pork, lamb, sh and shellsh. Plant proteins includevegetables, dried beans and peas, soybeans and tofu.

Vitamin A: Carrots, spinach, sweet potatoes, mangos,

cantaloupe, dried apricots, milk, cheese, egg yolks and liver.

Vitamin C: Guava, papaya, red bellpeppers, oranges, broccoli, strawberries,green bell peppers, grapefruit, tomatoes,mangos, tangerines, cabbage and spinach.

Biotin: Egg yolks, carrots, tomatoes, romaine

lettuce, chard, onions, cabbage, caulifower,cows milk, goats milk,raspberries, strawberries,oats, walnuts and halibut.

Iron: Clams, oysters,chicken liver, beans, tofu,

beets, greens, chard, spinach, potatoes withskins and tomatoes. You can get iron-fortiedcereals, breads and crackers, too.

Copper and zinc:Oysters, organ meats, shellsh, poultry,legumes and whole grains. >>


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Easy, Breezy Looks for SummeStylist Alicia Taylor, owner of Hot Headz Hair Studio in Beaumont,has some suggestions for easy, breezy looks for many types of hair.

Lots of women are going with braids in the summer, Taylor said. But theyre not jusdoing a single braid encompassing all the hair, she added. Try taking a lock or two fro

the sides and braiding just them. It gives some texture to the rest of the hair that is leloose.

With long curly hair, you want some layers, Taylor advised. A bobbed, blunt cut wowell for short curly hair, she said. Scrunch up the curls for a soft touch.

Silkening gloss products are a must-have for hair thats prone to frazzle. It willcontrol the frizz and add shine, Taylor said. Its perfect for going to the beach and fohigh-humidity days.

Texturing shears help thin unmanageably thick hair. Think of it like pruning the shrubsTexturing gets the bulk out, Taylor explained.

If you want thicker-looking hair, cut it short, Taylor advised. Also, invest in thickeningels and shampoos to boost your hairs volume.

Pulling your hair back off your face with a clip for some height at the top and putting length in a ponytail is a cute, classic look. Another way to go is with a scrunchy, layerstyle. Thats way easy, Taylor said.

For boys, Taylor suggests a fade cut with gel on top to spike it up. Thats a classic cthats easy. For girls, forget the bangs. Their hair is parted on the side and ows to tshoulder. Most Southeast Texas men want a cut thats easy and cool (as in, not hot).They want it off the ear and off the collar! Taylor laughed. An easy summer style forwomen is a smooth, shoulder-length layered cut that can be pulled back into a ponyton those hot summer days.

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Adding bananas to your summer

grilling routine is a fun way to eat

fruit. You can grill them in their peels

while the barbecue coals are still

hot or add peeled slices to a tasty

kabob. From kid-friendly desserts

to grown-up dishes with a tropical

twist, go bananas on the grill.

For more banana recipes and

serving suggestions,

go to www.dole.com/bananas.

Family Features

Go Bananas!healthy choice

Island Kabobs

with Tropical Fruit Salsa

Prep: 10 minutes

Grill time: 10 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

2 ripe, rm bananas, peeled,

each cut into 6 pieces, plus

1 ripe banana, peeled and diced

12 chunks of pineapple

16 extra large or jumbo shrimp,

shelled and deveined

1 green or red bell pepper,

cut into 8 pieces2 tablespoons lime juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

teaspoon ground allspice

1 mango, peeled and diced

1 tablespoon chopped mint

1 green onion, minced

2 to 3 teaspoons minced

jalapeo pepper

Thread banana pieces, pineapple,

shrimp and bell pepper pieces equa

onto skewers. Whisk together lime

juice, oil and allspice in small bowl.

Brush 2 tablespoons over kabobs.

Combine remaining marinade with

diced banana, mango, mint, green

onion and jalapeo pepper; place in

a serving dish.

Grill kabobs over medium high heat

8 to 10 minutes, turning once or unt

the shrimp are opaque. Arrange the

kabobs on top of the salsa.

An easy way to grill usomething surprisingly goo

How to Store Bananas Remove bananas from plastic produce bag and store at room temperature. The warmer it is, the faster theananas will ripen. To slow ripening, refrigerate (peel will turn black but the fruit inside will be fresh and ripe). Bananas can be frozen once the ban

s peeled and stored in a freezer bag until ready to use (use a bit of fresh lemon juice to reduce browning). If bananas are too green, place them in arown paper bag, in a warm dry area (but not in direct sunlight) for a day or two to encourage ripening. If there is still not enough yellow appearing on

he peel, place a ripe apple in the bag with the bananas. Source: Dole



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Water is the best life-preserveBy Cheryl Ro

L

ets say you have fonew tires on yourcar. Over time, theair gradually leaksout of the tires and

your ride becomesbumpy and soon the whole

car begins to experiencetrouble. Perhaps you

pull over and pumpthe tires up with air,but because there artiny holes, the airjust leaks out again.

In order to functionproperly, your tiresneed a re-tread. The

you need to avoid dirroads and nails.

Using analogies, Dr. Howard

Murad, an internationally-known

physician, researcher, professor, ph

macist and author, simplies compl

biologic chemistry. In this story

the tires represent the c

of your body, which

are plump and ful

water in your you

but which gradu

become dehydr

as you age.

When we

begin, we are 7

80 percent wate

Murad said. As

age, the level drop

almost zero.

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With so much else to worry about, do we

need to be concerned about the level of water in

ur cells? Picture the grape versus the raisin.

Suddenly, nourishing our cells takes on a new

mportance.

Every part of the body is made up of cells. If

we look at our society, we may be living longer,

but we have more chronic disease, Murad said.

I asked myself, how could I make every person

healthier? The answer is by encouraging more

water into the cells, so they will function as if

hey are more youthful and healthy.

Gulping down the recommended eight glasses

day of tap or bottled water wont refill your

ells. Just drinking water doesnt repair the

ell membrane or reduce free radicals, Murad

xplained. If I could encourage you to do one

hing dierent to change your health, it would

be to eat your water rather than drink it.

The liquid water we drink doesnt stay in the

body long, whereas the water we eat does. Raw

ruits and vegetables have structured water that

penetrates the cell membranes better, Murad

xplained. There are additional benefits to eat-

ng water. For example, when you eat a cucum-

ber or watermelon, both comprised predomi-

nantly of water, youre also getting nutrients,nti-inflammatories and antioxidants, he noted.

Murad believes there are steps that people

an take to improve their cellular water. He es-

pouses a three-pronged approach of skin, mouth

nd brain, or topical, internal and emotional

elf-care.

Remembering the tire analogy, the first step is

to repair the leaks. This is where understanding

the chemistry of what we eat becomes impor-

tant. Remember, before there was medicine,

there was food, Murad said.

Certain foods provide better benefits for cel-

lular health. Murad explained that as people age

and experience diseases, the outer shell of the

cell, the membrane, gets drier and thinner. The

membrane is made up of amino acids and lipids.

The goal then is to strengthen and repair those

internal cell membranes through diet. Murad

listed eggs, seeds and beans as embryonic foods

rich in protein and amino acids. Whole grains

provide the building blocks for collagen.

Externally, the skin is the largest organ of

the body. The skin is important because its

our shield from the environment, Murad said.

It works to create a barrier to ultraviolet light,

pollution, wind, dust, microbes. Your skin is

like a shingle roof on a house: A brand new roof

protects you, but then it gets holes in it and it

cant protect you as well.

Murad said there are methods to Scotch-guard the shingles by topically introducing

lipids, antioxidants and anti-inflammatories.

Lastly, watch out for nails. Murad said stress

reduction is another key component for an inclu-

sive health approach.

Murad said that it is important to know that it

is never too late or too early to improve cellular

health. Once a month you get new skin, every

six weeks you get a new liver, he said. About

every 10 weeks youre a dierent person.

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cellular water? Better oworse than others your

age? The Christus Heal

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wrinkles, spots, the inte

rity of the skin, metabo

rate, blood pressure, bo

fat, muscle mass and g

you the data on how mwater you have in your

cells.

Ruthie Robinson, a divi

sion director of Women

and Childrens Services

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the evaluation when sh

turned 50 last year. As

nurse, I know what you

supposed to do, sheacknowledged. What

really wanted to know w

where was I my perc

ages, my benchmarks

how good have I be

doing and what might I

need to do differently.

Robinson said her initia

assessment was strong

her age group. She we

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ter following the sugge

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results were even stron

She continues to go ba

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Dr. Murad has written a new book that describes his

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If I could

encourageyou to do onething different

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By Kirsten Matt

The soft, early-morning summer glow covers the corner of Beaumonts College

and Main streets as farmers in straw hats and bib overalls begin arriving inpickups with their farm-fresh fare. Nutritious, locally grown foods freshvegetables, berries, jams, herbs, beef and cheeses turn makeshift stands antailgates into a tantalizing show of summers harvest for the new BeaumontFarmers Market.

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In this bountiful region, a lifestyle of

healthy eating is as viable as its year-round

growing season. The colorful summer squash,

zucchini, tomatoes and beans of early to mid-

summer come chock full of avor, the staples

of summers coolest recipes. As the seasonschange, so will the crops area farmers sell,

giving way to the signature tastes of autumn.

We wanted to connect the community

with the freshest locally-grown produce we

could nd in a 150-mile radius, said Becki

Stedman, co-founder of the nonprot market.

Stedman connected with friend Sarah Parmer

one day in the garden center at Lowes and

conceived the notion. We discovered what a

great desire there is to have this market back

n the city.

A centuries-old tradition steeped in world

culture and one of the oldest means of direct

marketing by farmers, farmers markets have

endured in their grassroots eort to con-

nect communities with the benets of eating

local produce, including strengthening the

local economy by redirecting consumersfood dollars to local growers. Farmers at the

Beaumont market have a ne opportunity to

educate the community about local food crops

as well as sustainable farming practices on the

rich lands of Southeast Texas.

One of the best parts of the whole venture

is meeting the farmers, Parmer said. They

are multi-talented, hard-working, humble,

resourceful, warm, welcoming people.

There is both a health and a avor benet

to fresh produce, Stedman advocates. Its

more nutritious for you when its picked the


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Top left: Beaumont Farmers Market co-foundersBecki Stedman and Sarah Parmer. Top right: Suttons Sweof Buna. Middle: Spindletop Steakhouse chef Chuck Harriresponds to the challenge of a timed event, inventing a recfrom products found at the market. Bottom left: VendorsBobby and Judy Baggett of Buna. >>



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night or day before and it tastes better, she said.

On market morning, Suttons Sweets hangs up its shingle

or the sale of jellies and jams of fresh blueberry, mayhaw, g

nd pear. Fragrant basil, sage, oregano, mint and an array of

ther delightful seasonings sell quickly at the Herb Society of

Americas tent. This climate is ideal for the growing of any

number of these zero-calorie, organic avor enhancers, EmilyBaize, a market vendor, noted.

Opening day in late May saw a sellout of 10 dozen farm-

resh eggs in 20 minutes for Julia and Bobby of Baggetts Farm

n Buna. Hes living his dream as a farmer, Julia Baggett

aid. Bobby Baggetts 75 chickens produce yard eggs of fabu-

ous blues and greens, rare nds for any inquisitive heretofore

brown-and-white-only shoppers.

Over at Atkinsons Farm, volunteer Linda Morvant advo-

ates her healthy lifestyle choice for natural foods. I like to

know where my food comes from, she said. I prefer organic,

non-genetically modied foods with no hormones or antibiot-

cs.

At Sztraky Farms of Silsbees booth, 75 pounds of trueblackberries - known for their avor, size, overall quality and

turdiness were picked from the vine just hours before. The

ne- and two-pound containers, popping with goodness, were

quickly carried o to homes throughout Southeast Texas.

Get here early! Donna Spires of Nederland advised, as

he browsed the market, toting her two young grandchildren

round in search of her favorite fare. We like to buy local.

You cant beat a fresh vegetable.

Fresh Alternatives:

From Pasture to Plate

For Gentz Cattle Company farmer James Gentz of Winn

raising Longhorn beef cattle has heart-healthy benets

for consumers. Tender and great tasting, Gentz said it is

a leaner cut of meat that has less calories, fat and cho-

lesterol than chicken. This is denitely good news for

healthy lifestyle, he said. Packages of T-bones, rib eye

sirloin, roasts and more with no added hormones, an

otics or additives sell like hotcakes.

At Miabella Farm of New Caney, goat farmer

Michelle Gasaway peddles her Chevre soft goat cheese

The creamy and tangy palatal experience comes plain o

blended with a variety of harmonious herbs. Crumbledor marinated feta cheese, lotions and goat milk soap ar

also available. Gasaways goats also produce milk, whi

she said is higher in calcium and lower in cholesterol th

regular milk, but youll have to visit her and her 26 goa

down on the farm to get that.


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Finding the right child-caprovider will make yo

little one, and you, happ

By Cathleen Cole

Y

ou want the bestchild care for yo

baby, and rightlyso. Recent resultof a study fundeby the National

Institute of Child Health andHuman Development show thlow-quality child care frominfancy to 4 years can have lasting impact, causing behav

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Do Your Homework

How do you nd high-

quality child care? The Texas

Department of Family and Pro-

ective Services recommends

doing your research, preferably

everal months in advance.

What are you and your

hilds needs? Do you have a

ull-time job and require full-

ime day care? Or do you just

want part-time care that can beccomplished with a preschool

r mothers-day-out program?

Maybe your schedule is so ex-

ble that a reliable sitter a few

imes a week will do. Perhaps

live-in nanny is the best op-

ion to help you manage your

demanding career and your

hildrens needs. Once youve

determined the kind of care

your situation warrants, you

an narrow your search. Whenyou have a list of centers or in-

dividuals you are considering,

tart your research.

If you are looking at day-

are facilities, call and ask for

nformational materials they

an mail you or, if available,

heck out their websites. If the

providers seem to meet your

needs, make appointments

o visit them. Take a notepad

nd ask questions about basic

afety and sanitary procedures,aregiver training and criminal

background checks, discipline,

naps, snacks, play time and

earning time. Tour the facil-

ty, meet the caregivers and

watch how they interact with

he children. Note whether the

acility is clean and organized

r dirty and chaotic. It matters.

Once youve narrowed your list

ven further, take your child

with you for another visit andee how the caregivers interact

with him or her.

If you are looking for an

ndividual to care for your

hild at home, make sure the

prospective sitter oers recent

eferences. Check them all

ut. Its also wise to invest in

criminal background check.

Based in Beaumont, The Pro-

essional Nanny Source (pro-

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Good child-care arrangements can improve the dailylives of both children and their parents.

Oney Fitzpatrick, associate professor of psychology, Lamar University


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rs. Their motto: Arriving by umbrella, not broomstick.

Child Development and Day Care

Good child-care arrangements can improve the daily lives of

both children and their parents, said Oney Fitzpatrick, an associ-

te professor of psychology at Lamar University who specializes

n developmental psychology. Generally speaking, children in

high-quality day care have higher levels of success when they

nter school than those in lower-quality centers.

According to Fitzpatrick, research shows

hat being cared for by providers with more

ducation and training helps children be

more cooperative, stick with tasks and

become ready for school. Trained providers

understand how children grow and learn

nd know how to oer the materials and

ctivities that are most appropriate. Re-

earch also indicates, he said, that smaller

roup sizes work best. Generally, the child-

are quality is higher as the group size gets

maller. This is particularly important for

nfants and younger children. High-quality

enters have ratios as low as one adult to three children for in-ants and toddlers, Fitzpatrick said.

Many researchers suggest that infants need to remain with a

parent, Fitzpatrick noted. But there are a few advantages to infant

day care if this is not an option. In a quality child-care situation,

hildren will learn there are many people who can take care of

hem. They are stimulated by seeing other babies and get used

o sleeping in a not-so-quiet environment. On the down side,

tudies show children in day care get sick more often because of

xposure to more germs. Also, many day-care centers have a high

ta turnover rate, which interferes with the consistency of care.

Then theres the option of at-home care. Private nannies can

be a complicated choice because a nanny or babysitter requires

no background check unless found through an agency, Fitzpat-ick said. However, nannies are good choices if they are found

hrough an agency, are educated in child development, have train-

ng in CPR and can pass a thorough background check.

For the toddler, theres preschool where ideas such as turn-

aking and non-violence are reinforced in a setting with other

hildren. Quality child care oers activities that are appropri-

te for each childs age, interests and abilities, Fitzpatrick said.

n a quality program, the room is divided into sections to invite

mall-group activities for both quiet and active play. According to

Fitzpatrick, common problems in children who have not attended

preschool are an inability to pay attention to the teacher, talking

t inappropriate times, inattention to the task at hand, expectingther children to defer to their wants and opinions while not be-

ng willing to reciprocate and not really understanding why they

hould have to take turns.

The years of early childhood are a time of tremendous growth

n the areas of physical, emotional, intellectual and social devel-

pment, Fitzpatrick said. Children need the freedom to explore

nd learn about the world while still having a solid foundation

hat is home. The eectiveness of the socialization process

will ultimately determine how well a child will fit into an ever-

hanging society. The quality of early child care can either assist

r hinder this process.

License to CareThe Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Child Care Licensing oversees the licensing and inspec-

tion of child-care venues. Check out its website for tips

on researching your options. It includes sample ques-

tions to ask and a checklist to take with you on your

visits to different facilities. Theres also a link to search fo

information on specic child-care providers. www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/Other_Child_Care_Information/

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Beware of sun

exposure for eyesBy Todd Senters

Every-

where I go,see moms

covering theirkids with sunscreen,but what about theeyes? questions Dr. PeterCass, an optometrist withBeaumont Family Eye Care.

As you enjoy your outdooractivities, dont forget to takea few precautionary steps tomake this summer a healthyone for your eyes. Whether youare planning a trip to the beachor an amusement park, playingsports, or just simply laying byhe pool, prolonged exposureo ultraviolet light can cause

harmful, lasting effects.

safety


Ban the Rays


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The Culprit

Ultraviolet light, UV, is a

orm of energy released by the

un that is not visible to the

human eye. UV light is divid-

d into three categories, UV-A,

UV-B and UV-C, Cass said.

Most UV light does not reach

he Earth; it is ltered by our

tmosphere. However, some of

his light passes through; UV-A

nd UV-B, in particular, can

harm the eyes with prolonged

xposure.UV-B is the form of light

nergy that can cause sunburn

f the skin is left unprotected.

Similarly, Cass said that UV-B

as well as UV-A) is often at-

ributed with causing several

erious eye conditions, includ-

ng macular degeneration and

ataract formation.

According to the American

Academy of Ophthalmology,

AAO, macular degeneration is

progressive damage (thinning)o the center of the retina, the

back part of the eye, which can

ventually lead to vision loss.

AAO describes cataract forma-

ion as clouding or discolor-

tion of the lens of the eye.

A Clouded Lens

Most people will develop

ataracts as they age, said Dr.

Richard Tony Levacy, an oph-

halmologist with the Eye Cen-ers of Southeast Texas. This

s one of the most common eye

disorders we encounter.

Fortunately, Levacy ex-

plained, there have been many

dvancements in replacement

ens technology. If someone

omes to me with a reduced

quality of life due to cataracts,

will usually recommend sur-

gery, he said.

Cataract surgery involves

dissolving the clouded lens and

inserting a replacement arti-

cial lens. According to Levacy,

all replacement lenses used in

cataract surgery contain a UV

protective coating.

Lenses are more sophis-

ticated than they used to be,

he said. We can implant a

lens to correct astigmatism, or

even implant a new-generation

multi-focal lens to improve

near and distance vision. Some

people are opting for lens re-placement surgery, even in the

absence of cataracts.

A Dim View

Macular degeneration

is classied as being either

dry-type or wet-type, Levacy

explained. Dry-type is the

milder form. A combination

of vitamins, including A, E, C,

zinc, copper, lutein and zeax-

anthin has been shown to slow

progression at this stage of thedisease.

Until recently, there was

little hope to reverse the eects

of macular degeneration. The

more advanced form, wet-type

macular degeneration, is now

being treated with a medica-

tion named Lucentis, or a simi-

lar medication, Avastin, which

was initially developed to ght

cancer, Levacy said. Both

medications have proven to beeective in treating macular

degeneration in those people

who are most at risk of losing

their eyesight, he said.

Protect

Your Peepers

The best thing about

the potential for eye damage

related to UV light exposure

is that it is preventable, Cass

said. When going outdoors,

Dr. Peter Cass of Beaumont Family Eye Care provided thesetips for eye health and safety:

Protect Eyes from UV light:

Wear a wide-brimmed hat

Hats can absorb up to 50 percent of UV light

Prescription lenses should be coated with UV protection

Prescription lenses should be photochromic, or transition lensto adjust to light exposure

Sunglasses should be rated to absorb 100 percent UV light

Sunglasses or prescription glasses should be polarized to redglare with limited color distortion

Avoid sunglasses that do not state exact percentage of UV rayabsorbed

Polycarbonate lenses provide the most UV protection

Swimming masks and goggles should be coated withUV protection

Ultraviolet Light Facts:

UV-A and UV-B can be harmful to the eyes

UV-C is almost completely absorbed by the atmosphere

UV-B is linked to cataract formation and macular degeneration

Stronger between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Stronger at higher altitudes

Stronger closer to the equator

Stronger in open spaces

you need to remember to

protect your eyes by wearing a

hat with a brim and a good pair

of sunglasses, or prescription

glasses that oer 100 percent

UV protection.

When buying sunglasses,

the amount of UV protection

should be listed by the manu-

facturer, he stated. Dont be

as concerned with how dark

the lenses are; the UV coatingis clear, so lighter tinted lenses

can still provide complete pro-

tection, Cass assured.

Also, UV light can reec

of water and shiny surfaces

is a good idea to wear prote

tive sunglasses or a UV-coa

mask or goggles when you w

be in or near water.

Damage to the eyes caus

by exposure to ultraviolet li

is cumulative and increases

over time. As you and your

family get out in the sun th

summer, dont overlook eyeprotection for children. Kee

their future bright by weari

shades!

When going outdoors, you need toremember to protect your eyes bywearing a hat with a brim anda good pair of sunglasses, orprescription glasses that offer100 percent UV protection.

Dr. Peter Cass, optometristBeaumont Family Eye Care

Dr. Cass examines Kasidy Adkins eyes. Children need towear sun protection for their eyes just as adults do.



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Functional exercise

trains our bodies

to handle real-life

situations

By Kirsten Matthew

You might appear toned, tight and ready for the

beach, but are you really prepared to lift yourtoddler out of the car seat or reach up on yourtippy toes for something on the top shelf of thekitchen cabinet?

Functional fitness and functional exerciseare the latest answer for honing in on your bodys inner core.Originating in rehabilitation, functional exercises involvemostly weight-bearing activities targeting the muscle groups inthe abdomen and the back.

CoreValue

get moving



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Anyone of any age can do

unctional exercises, assured

Mary B. Scott, a personal train-

r at Christus Health & Well-

ness Center. As we age, were

healthier if we have maintained

unctional exercise. You want

o focus on engaging the core so

hat its useful for training the

body to handle real-life situa-

ions.

The key is integration,

eaching all muscles to work

ogether, rather than isolat-

ng them to work separately.

You can literally choose from

housands of strength training,

unctional training and exibil-

ty exercises. The basic types

f these exercises including

quatting, bending, lunging,

pushing, pulling, twisting and

ait work like a charm to

ncrease strength and decreaseoint pain.

There are a variety of

ools to help you get a little

more functional, including

dumbbells, exercise balls and

pulley systems although Scott

mphasized that you can do

unctional exercises anywhere,

nytime. You can use anything

t home ... a can of soup, a can

f vegetables anything with

he equivalent weight to a hand

weight, she said.

Olympic athletes even use

unctional exercise training,

which can readily be tailored to

pecic sports from basket-

ball or soccer to running or

ootball. Theyre also a great

way for pregnant women to

maintain exercise, Scott noted.

They can shorten delivery

ime, decrease recovery time

nd support optimal weight.

Scott reinforced that allspects of tness, such as weight

earing, exibility and cardio-

vascular, are still necessary for

verall health. The benets

f functional exercise train-

ng better muscular balance

nd joint exibility, increased

trength and less risk of injury

are long-lasting. People need

o know this type of exercise is

oing to take them into healthi-

r, happier, older years.

Home Equipme

Mary B. Scott and hdaughter, Tyler, demstrate some functionposes. Using a hulahoop, perform anoverhead presswith a side stretch.

Agility

Practice a side-shufestep to increase

balance while passinga ball for agility.

Balance

Stepping heel-to-toe, raise the balloverhead, and thenalternate ball posi-tion to down, out-stretched and backto overhead. For anadded challenge,walk backward toe-to-heel using thesame ball positions.


Wrist Curls(opposite page)

Using a householdbroom, curl the wristsup and down, doingthree sets of 10 reps.

You want to focus on engaging the core so that its useful for training thbody to handle real-life situations. Mary B. Scott, personal trainer


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2 JulyAugust 2010 | BE Healthy

There is a buzz in the air; unfor-tunately, it isnt the release of

the latest summer blockbuster.It is the return of the unwelcomeguests that can wreck havoc onyour outdoor plans. Southeast

Texas is inundated with various forms ofying and crawling insects and arachnids.These six- and eight-legged critters can

how up at the most inopportune time.

You cant avoid them, so what do you do if

youre bitten or stung?According to Rebecca Blackwell, a physi-ian assistant at Baptist Convenient Care

Clinic, many common bites and stings canbe managed at home.It is summer and bugbites are going to happen, she said. I see

everal patients a day in the clinic for vari-

us insect and spider bites. There are somehings you can do at home to minimizetching and help the bite heal faster.

Regardless of what type of insect (or

rachnid) may have bitten you, the rsthing to do is to wash the area thoroughly

with soap and water, Blackwell advised.This will help remove dirt and bacteria

nd minimize the likelihood of infection,he said. If you were stung by an insecthat leaves an imbedded stinger, you shouldently remove the stinger with a pair of

weezers. Be careful not to break o thetinger below the surface of the skin. This

will help reduce the amount of venom that

s injected. Tweezers can also be used toemove arachnids, such as ticks, that bur-ow under the skin.

Blackwell emphasized that an important

distinction must be made between commonbites and stings versus a person suering

an allergic response to an insect bite. Al-ways side with caution if ever you are indoubt if a situation is urgent, seek immedi-ate medical attention, she urged.

Dr. Peter Isaac, a Beaumont pathologist,explained that in order to treat the biteor sting, you rst have to understand themechanism. Most bugs in our area use

the action of biting or stinging as a defense

mechanism, he said. The venom that isinjected is targeted at the pain receptorsin our body as a warning to the perceived

threat. Our body responds by secreting his-tamine, among other substances, to dilutethe injected venom. The bodys response iswhat produces the red, raised area, or welt,

characteristic of most bites and stings.Not every bite or sting will respond the

same. Blackwell cautioned that if the bite

has not improved within two days, or if it

becomes very red and hot to the touch, you

need to seek immediate medical attention.

There are certain circumstances wherehome remedies should not be attempted.

Some arachnids, particularly spiders and

scorpions, can be very poisonous, she said.

If you are certain you have been bitten by

a poisonous spider, seek medical care im-

mediately so that appropriate treatment, in-

cluding the right antibiotics, can be started.

It is always helpful if you are able to capture

the insect or spider and bring it with you.

You also need to be extremely carefulif you have suered multiple insect bites,Isaac said. Eight to nine invenomations

(bites) per pound can prove fatal, he saBlackwell pointed out that this is why

children are especially susceptible; smabodies tolerate fewer bites before showisigns of a serious reaction.

Some simple solutions to avoid being

bitten include insect repellent on yourskin, as well as your surroundings, avoiwearing fragrances for outdoor activitieand avoid areas with standing water. Ch

the area for active nests and spray with

an insecticide. If you encounter a wasp,bee, hornet or similar insect, simply waaway; threatening motions will signica

increase the likelihood of being stung. Aadded measure of caution will help ensuyou are able to enjoy your outdoor activties this summer.

Stop insect bite

from bugging yo

Owfocus on health

By Todd Sen

Rebecca Blackwell providedthis two-step combofor treating bites or stings at home

Step 1: Salt Paste

Mix 2 tsp. of table salt with 2 oz. of waterSpread on bite and allow to dry. Sodium help pull out remaining venom. Paste wilake away when completely dry.

Step 2: Ointment Mixture

After applying the salt paste, treat with amixture of the following:

Triple antibiotic ointmentBenadryl ointmentHydrocortisone ointmentEucerin cream

Apply three times a day for symptom reliSeek medical attention if not improvedwithin two days.


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Go online for more info regarding evacuation routes: http://www.state.tx.us/portal/tol/en/emergency/evacuating/

Disastersupply

CheCk list

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per

person for 3 to 7 days

Food - at least enough for 3 to 7

days

non-perishable packaged or

canned food / juices

foods for infants or the elderly

snack foods

non-electric can opener

cooking tools / fuel

paper plates / plastic utensils

Blankets / Pillows, etc.

Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/

sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines /

Prescription Drugs

Special Items - for babies and the

elderly

Toiletries / Hygiene items /

Moisture wipesFlashlight / Batteries

Radio - Battery operated and

NOAA weather radio

Telephones - Fully charged cell

phone and a Non-cordless

telephone set

Cash and Credit Cards - Banks

may not be available for extended

periods

Keys

Toys, Books and Games

Important documents - in a wa-

terproof container or watertightresealable plastic bag

insurance, medical records,

bank account numbers, Social

Security card, etc.

Tools - keep a set with you during

the storm

Vehicle fuel tanks filled

Pet care items

proper identification / immuni-

zation records / medications

ample supply of food and water

important

phone numbers

DPS Hotline .......................... 1-800-525-5555 or *377 on cellTexas Department of Public Safety ................... 409-924-5400

Road Conditions............................................1-800-452-9292

Humane Society of Southeast Texas.................. 409-722-0605

American Red Cross ......................................1-866-526-8300FEMA Disaster Assistance ..............................1-800-621-3362

egnc mngn officJefferson County ............................................. 409-835-8757

Chambers County............................................ 409-267-8343Dispatch ........................................................ 409-267-8318

...............................................................or 1-800-978-0337

Orange County ................................................ 409-882-7895

Hardin County ................................................. 409-246-5119Beaumont .......................................... 409-980-7280 or 3-1-1

Entergy 1 800 368 3749

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