The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 15, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 May 1990 — Page 83

Sports enthusiasts need to exercise caution while in the sun, warns skincare experts

Keeping fit is a national obsession and millions of Americans enjoy an active outdoor life, especially during the summer months. Tennis, jogging, volleyball, cycling, swimming, walking — there’s a sport for everyone and every age. While all this outdoor activity is great for our health and our bodies, skin damage — blotchy, leathery skin, and wrinkles — and skin cancer are on the rise. According to the experts at the Neutrogena Skincare Institute, sports enthusiasts need to exercise particular caution

Summer is the perfect time to focus on the environment

The sensations of summer are among the sweetest we ever experience: the sun drying saltwater on skin after a swim in the ocean; the feel of cool clean sheets on a hot suntanned face; or a cold daiquiri sliding down a parched throat. Our needs are pared down in the summer — no overcoat, no hat or gloves, just keys and a beach towel. We stop curing the elements and begin to worship them instead. When sitting peacefully in the sand, contemplating the ocean, one is struck by the eternal quality of the waves, the breadth and depth of the water. Nature seems both placid and unconquerable. But, for the first time in history, it isn’t. Thanks to the media’s recent attention to the environment, we have begun to realize that the earth itself is like a living organism with complex and delicate systems not unlike our own. It seems that in overestimating its resources we have damaged the earth and interfered with the harmony of life and the elements. While we splash in the surf, it is difficult to imagine that all the oceans in the world are polluted to some degree. When we camp out in a deep forest, it is unfathomable that in the United States alone, an acre of trees disappears every eight seconds. But these and other statistics are real and are taking their toll on the only planet we have to inhabit. So in the summer, when nature is friendly to us, the least we can do is to respect it. We can all take steps in our private lives for the

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in the sun. They are often exposed to the sun’s damaging rays for long periods of time and it’s vital that they use sunscreen products that can weather real life conditions — towelling after swimming or rubbing the sweat off your brow during a heated tennis match. Protection A good one to try: Neutrogena Sunblock, a unique rubproof, sweatproof and waterproof sunscreen that provides maximum SPF 15 protection even after six hours in water. Other important sun and sport pointers recommended by the experts, include:

good of the world and make each summer that comes as sweet as the one before: • Recycle everything. Take newspapers and glass bottles to a recycling center (while you’re there, ask what other materials they accept). In some states you can make a little spare change instead of tossing out your soda cans. Buy stationery and greeting cards made from recycled paper. • When possible, buy products which are biodegradable and non-toxic. Insist on paper bags at the supermarket, or better yet, bring your own bags from home when you shop. • Conserve water. If you can’t overcome the temptation to hop in the shower every time you feel sticky or sweaty, at least make a commitment to take shorter showers. Consider installing an appliance on your shower head that reduces the water flow. Also, keep a pitcher of cold water in the refrigerator so you won’t have to run water from the faucet until it’s cold enough to suit you. • Don’t litter. Campgrounds and beaches would stay beautiful if visitors left them as they were when they arrived. • Summer meals are already lighter, but many environmentalists suggest that eating lower on the food chain (including more fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes in your diet) helps the environment and also keeps you cool and energetic. • Enjoy nature! Only contact with the environment can inspire appreciation and respect for it.

Wednesday, May 23,1990 — SUMMER

• Whether you are going out for a short, leisurely stroll, or clocking up serious mileage cycling, you should always wear a sunscreen of at least SPF 15. For extra safety, look for products that protect against UVB and UVA rays — both are known to be damaging. • Apply sunscreen before going outdoors because exposure begins the minute you step outside. Even on a short walk to the golf course, your skin can receive incidental sun damage. • Try to book your tennis court before 10:00 a.m. or after 2:00 p.m. It is during these hours that the sun is at its strongest and most dangerous. Keep These Tips In Mind • It seems obvious, but most of us need reminding: All exposed areas should be pro-

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tected with sunscreen. This includes hands, feet, back of the neck, lips, ears and other areas that so often get overlooked. • While most clothing provides some protection by absorbing or reflecting ultraviolet radiation, not all fabrics offer complete sun protection. In general, the more tightly woven the fabric, the more protection it offers. For instance, a light cotton jogging tank has an SPF of about 7, while cotton denim serves as a complete sunblock. Wet clothing that clings to the skin does not provide adequate protection, so don’t be lulled into false security by swimming in a Tshirt. Whatever your sport, summer sun dangers needn’t put a damper on your enjoyment. With caution as your watchword, sun protection should be no sweat.