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Sunscreen Knowledge

Lora Knows...

Sunburns and Summer seem to go hand in hand. No one wants to spend these beautiful sun filled days indoors, so it is important to use sunscreen. Using sunscreen is essential to reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature aging. Here is some helpful sun protection tips from the American Academy of Dermatology and visit aad.org.

Who should wear sunscreen?

  • Sunscreen helps prevent skin cancer by protecting you from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
  • According to statistics, an estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in his or her lifetime.
  • Everyone—regardless of age, gender, or race

What type of sunscreen is most beneficial?

  • Broad spectrum (which protects against both UVA and UVB rays)
  • SPF 30 or higher
  • Water resistant

When should sunscreen be applied?

  • Every day—UV rays are present throughout the year, even on cloudy days.
  • Be extra cautious around sand, snow, and water, which reflect the sun’s rays and increase the need for sunscreen.

How much sunscreen is necessary?

  • 1 ounce is the amount that is needed to cover exposed areas.
  • If using spray sunscreen, apply evenly. Be careful to avoid inhalation: don’t spray near your face and mouth, and be mindful of the direction of the wind if applying outdoors.

How often should sunscreen be applied?

  • Apply sunscreen to dry skin 15 minutes prior to going outside.
  • Reapply sunscreen every two hours, or sooner if in water or sweating.

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The Versatile Egg

Lora Knows...

A couple of agents in my office, Larry & Cassie, have chickens and are nice enough to share their abundance of eggs. Eggs are an amazing source of protein and are versatile in their uses. They can be used any meal of the day and even make a great snack. Here are a few ways I use eggs in my home.

Shakshouka

Loosely translated to “all mixed up” in Arabic, shakshouka features poached eggs in a spicy tomato and bell pepper sauce seasoned with cumin, paprika, and cayenne.

Tortilla Española

You’d be hard-pressed to find many traditional restaurants or cafés in Spain without this frittata-like dish on the tapas It comes together in a skillet by cooking eggs mixed with potatoes (and sometimes onions) fried in olive oil and seasoned with salt. It’s often served in a wedge with a side of salad greens.

Scotch Egg

A staple in England, this egg consists of sausage meat wrapped around a peeled boiled egg, which is then coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

Tamagoyaki

Translating literally to “grilled egg,” this custard-like omelet popular in Japan is made by repeatedly pouring thin layers of egg mixture in a square pan and rolling them over each other into a log shape. It is then sliced into pieces, and either served for breakfast, incorporated in a bento box, or used as a sushi filling. Unlike traditional omelets, tamagoyaki is sweetened with a couple tablespoons of sugar and seasoned with soy sauce.