BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 2, 2011-- Natural menopause cures are often sought by many women to lessen symptoms that occur during menopause, which can be a difficult time. Dr. Shoreh Ershadi, director of the ANTIAGING Institute of California, wants to bring to the attention of menopausal women that now there may be a link between early menopause, with the onset of menopause symptoms, and exposure to common PFCs, or perfluorocarbons.
PFCs are used in a wide range of products, including plastic food containers, non-stick cookware, carpeting and furniture. By 2015, PFCs will be phased out. In the meantime, they are very prevalent and can be found in water, animals, soil, plants and people.
Animal studies show that PFCs inhibit the functioning of hormones, which may be responsible for bringing on early menopause in women. Natural menopause remedies may be sought by women who want to find relief from the symptoms that they will experience. If women are starting menopause at an earlier age due to PFCs in the environment, they will also be seeking help, very often a natural menopause remedy, in order to live their lives without troublesome sensations.
Natural menopause relief can be found when menopause does begin. But women may want to consider limiting their exposure to PFCs just as a precaution. It is not certain that PFCs definitely bring on early menopause, but there have been correlations between women with a higher exposure to PFCs and an earlier menopause. This is a red flag and bears further investigation.
Regardless of the age that women experience menopause, one thing is certain. Women with busy lives may seek a menopause treatment that can help them to cope with the symptoms that plague them. Dr. Ershadi advises the use of natural menopause supplements with safe ingredients that do not require a prescription to ease symptoms. DON'T PAUSE is a natural product, developed by Dr. Ershadi, that has been beneficial in alleviating menopause symptoms in women.
By limiting exposure to PFCs and using natural menopause solutions when symptoms occur, women can help themselves deal with menopause in a safe and natural way. For more information, visit http://www.naturalmenopauseremediesandcures.com. You may also call the ANTIAGING Institute of California at (310) 858 7006.
SOURCE Dr. Shoreh Ershadi
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Obesity: Like Mother Like Daughter? Say It Isn't So!
RED BANK, N.J., Oct. 4 -- Despite rising awareness of America's obesity epidemic and the secondary health risks associated with excess weight, new research released today by HealthyWomen (HW) shows that while the majority of women believe a parent's obesity has an influence on a child's risk of becoming obese (87%), surprisingly only one-quarter (28%) of women surveyed assign the responsibility to themselves. In reality, studies have shown stronger correlation over time for mother-child obesity compared with father-child obesity.
And the influence starts early. Only 11% of women in HealthyWomen's WomenTALK survey realized that a child's risk of becoming obese more than doubles if the mother is obese during her first trimester of pregnancy. According to recent research, this impacts roughly one in five women that are obese when they become pregnant. Forty-six percent of respondents to the HealthyWomen survey were unsure of the effect of maternal obesity on the risk of a child becoming obese. Yet, studies show the risk for newborn complications, including long-term complications like obesity, is even higher for severely obese women with a BMI of 35 or more.
BMI (body mass index) is an established measure utilized by physicians and health experts to determine weight status and is calculated from a person's height and weight. Obesity is defined as having a BMI of 30 or greater according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
But because a mother's influence is so strong, some see the survey findings as an opportunity to reverse bad behaviors and a call to action for breaking the cycle once and for all.
"While the statistics are disconcerting, we know that mothers are commonly viewed as role models for eating behavior and serve as gatekeepers of food," said Elizabeth Battaglino Cahill, RN, executive director of HealthyWomen. "From an early age, children tend to eat the same foods as their parents, especially mothers, so exposure to nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables is not only setting a good example, but also positioning your child on a lifelong course of good health."
Knowing the Personal Risks of Obesity
The HealthyWomen survey found that while there is a great understanding among women that obesity leads to an increased risk in developing secondary health conditions such as high blood pressure (93%), Type 2 diabetes (89%), and heart disease (88%), less than one-third of women recognize the increased risk of colon cancer (26%), gallstones (30%), and breast cancer (23%).
"Women need to be their own advocates in the fight against all of these diseases," said Battaglino Cahill, "and understanding the influence that friends and family have on the likelihood that they will become obese is part of what's slowing them down. We need to help women understand that they have the opportunity to positively wield their influence by taking charge of their own nutrition and physical activity habits."
While a majority of the women surveyed acknowledge other people's obesity can influence their own likelihood of becoming obese (80%), only 28% recognize the impact of a friend. In fact, studies show that a person has a much greater chance (57%) of becoming obese if he or she had a friend who became obese than if he/she had a sibling (40%) or spouse (37%) who became obese.
Bestselling author and Chief Medical Correspondent for Discovery Health TV Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP acknowledged the survey findings bring new light to prior conceptions and emphasize the importance of personal responsibility. "Battling obesity is a matter of making smart decisions," she said.
A practicing internist and author of Body for Life for Women, Dr. Peeke advocates simple changes like adding whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in addition to moderate weekly activity for beginning steps to a healthier lifestyle. "It's a basic formula of eating less, making better choices, and moving more," she said.
Call to Action
HW has created an online resource center with tips and tools specific to the WomenTALK survey including BMI and target heart rate calculators, family-friendly recipes, and exercise videos at www.HealthyWomen.org/womenTALK. The site also features educational content together with advice from Dr. Peeke and motivational articles including a personal perspective from boxer Muhammad Ali's daughter and obesity advocate Khaliah Ali.
About the Survey
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on behalf of HealthyWomen from August 24-26, 2010 among 1,037 women ages 18 and older. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.
About HealthyWomen
HealthyWomen (HW) is the nation's leading independent health information source for women. To learn more, visit www.HealthyWomen.org.
And the influence starts early. Only 11% of women in HealthyWomen's WomenTALK survey realized that a child's risk of becoming obese more than doubles if the mother is obese during her first trimester of pregnancy. According to recent research, this impacts roughly one in five women that are obese when they become pregnant. Forty-six percent of respondents to the HealthyWomen survey were unsure of the effect of maternal obesity on the risk of a child becoming obese. Yet, studies show the risk for newborn complications, including long-term complications like obesity, is even higher for severely obese women with a BMI of 35 or more.
BMI (body mass index) is an established measure utilized by physicians and health experts to determine weight status and is calculated from a person's height and weight. Obesity is defined as having a BMI of 30 or greater according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
But because a mother's influence is so strong, some see the survey findings as an opportunity to reverse bad behaviors and a call to action for breaking the cycle once and for all.
"While the statistics are disconcerting, we know that mothers are commonly viewed as role models for eating behavior and serve as gatekeepers of food," said Elizabeth Battaglino Cahill, RN, executive director of HealthyWomen. "From an early age, children tend to eat the same foods as their parents, especially mothers, so exposure to nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables is not only setting a good example, but also positioning your child on a lifelong course of good health."
Knowing the Personal Risks of Obesity
The HealthyWomen survey found that while there is a great understanding among women that obesity leads to an increased risk in developing secondary health conditions such as high blood pressure (93%), Type 2 diabetes (89%), and heart disease (88%), less than one-third of women recognize the increased risk of colon cancer (26%), gallstones (30%), and breast cancer (23%).
"Women need to be their own advocates in the fight against all of these diseases," said Battaglino Cahill, "and understanding the influence that friends and family have on the likelihood that they will become obese is part of what's slowing them down. We need to help women understand that they have the opportunity to positively wield their influence by taking charge of their own nutrition and physical activity habits."
While a majority of the women surveyed acknowledge other people's obesity can influence their own likelihood of becoming obese (80%), only 28% recognize the impact of a friend. In fact, studies show that a person has a much greater chance (57%) of becoming obese if he or she had a friend who became obese than if he/she had a sibling (40%) or spouse (37%) who became obese.
Bestselling author and Chief Medical Correspondent for Discovery Health TV Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP acknowledged the survey findings bring new light to prior conceptions and emphasize the importance of personal responsibility. "Battling obesity is a matter of making smart decisions," she said.
A practicing internist and author of Body for Life for Women, Dr. Peeke advocates simple changes like adding whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in addition to moderate weekly activity for beginning steps to a healthier lifestyle. "It's a basic formula of eating less, making better choices, and moving more," she said.
Call to Action
HW has created an online resource center with tips and tools specific to the WomenTALK survey including BMI and target heart rate calculators, family-friendly recipes, and exercise videos at www.HealthyWomen.org/womenTALK. The site also features educational content together with advice from Dr. Peeke and motivational articles including a personal perspective from boxer Muhammad Ali's daughter and obesity advocate Khaliah Ali.
About the Survey
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on behalf of HealthyWomen from August 24-26, 2010 among 1,037 women ages 18 and older. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.
About HealthyWomen
HealthyWomen (HW) is the nation's leading independent health information source for women. To learn more, visit www.HealthyWomen.org.
Seven Myths of Breast Augmentation Surgery
SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- With so many rampant misconceptions about breast augmentation or breast enhancement surgery, Salt Lake City plastic surgeon, Dr. Heidi Regenass, addresses some of the most common questions and concerns.
Dr. Regenass notes, "Many women have questions about breast augmentation or breast enhancement surgery, but are too timid to ask. Others may believe stories they hear on the Internet. As such, I'd like to address a few of the most common breast augmentation or enhancement questions that I receive every day."
1. Can breast augmentation look natural?
Yes. In fact, many patients do not want an obvious augmentation where "everybody notices". Breast augmentation, whether saline or silicone, can and should look and feel very natural. The cosmetic result is determined by the patient's tissue and the skill of the surgeon. That is why choosing an experienced, board certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation is very important.
2. Are breast augmentations and tummy tucks painful?
Not at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. We realize that patient comfort is a priority, and so, where appropriate, we use pain pumps for breast enhancement and tummy tuck procedures. A pain pump will significantly decrease discomfort after surgery and will allow for a more rapid and comfortable healing. Our patients often report being amazed at the ease of the procedure compared to what they were expecting.
3. Are silicone implants dangerous?
Although women in the early 1990s were claiming that silicone made them "sick", there has never been any evidence to support these claims. As a precaution, silicone implants were taken off the market for a period of time for women undergoing their first cosmetic augmentation. Their use was limited to women having implants for reconstructive purposes, until more research could be conducted. Fortunately, the ban was lifted a few years ago, so currently women, aged 22 years and older, can again have silicone implants. Many patients prefer the more "natural" look and feel of silicone gel implants and women who already have saline implants are opting to have their saline implants exchanged for silicone. So the truth is that silicone implants are safe and they look and feel great!
4. Is everyone a good candidate for plastic surgery?
No, some patients have underlying medical conditions that make elective cosmetic surgery dangerous. This is exactly the reason we encourage patients to make an appointment to see if their goals are realistic and possible.
5. Should breast implants only be considered after completing childbearing?
Many women want to enjoy the benefits of breast augmentation during their childbearing years and beyond. There is no reason to wait until after you have had your children to get implants. Some women are concerned about being able to breast feed after they have breast augmentation. As a rule of thumb, if a woman has successfully breast-fed before implants, thereby indicating that she can breastfeed, she has a good chance of still being able to do so after an augmentation. That said, if a woman has sagging breasts, and also needs a mastopexy (breast lift), in addition to implants, then it is generally best to wait until after childbearing and breastfeeding has concluded.
6. Are implants the only option for breast augmentation?
No. Until recently though, it was true that in order to enhance a woman's bust size, an implant was required. However, with new and safe technologies, some women are actually candidates for "natural" breast enhancement. This procedure involves taking fat from unwanted areas of the body and transferring it to the breasts for augmentation. It's a safe, comfortable, effective procedure that does not even require general anesthesia!
7. Is it true that only a cosmetic surgeon is qualified to perform plastic surgery?
Unfortunately, any doctor can call themselves a "cosmetic surgeon" and not be board certified in plastic surgery. That said, the only doctors who should be performing plastic surgery are those with the specific training. They should be board certified in 1) Plastic Surgery, 2) Dermatology, 3) ENT/facial plastic surgery, or 4) Oculoplastic Surgery. Before trusting your looks and health to just anyone, make sure your chosen doctor is board certified and experienced. Rest assured, all the doctors at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah are board certified and specialize in their particular areas of expertise.
Heidi Regenass, M.D., is a board certified plastic surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center. Born in Zimbabwe, Dr. Regenass specializes in variety of plastic surgery procedures for both men and women to help them achieve their desired cosmetic result. Specifically, she specializes in plastic surgery procedures that rejuvenate the face and body, enhancing one's natural beauty including both breast enhancement and tummy tucks.
Dr. Regenass received her medical degree from the University of Utah where she excelled academically and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She went on to perform her general surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic, followed by a plastic surgery residency at the University of Utah. For more than 20 years, Dr. Regenass has been dedicated to the holistic practice of medicine to help her patients achieve their health and beauty goals. Dr. Regenass and the dedicated team of healthcare professionals at Gateway Aesthetic look forward to helping you look and feel your very best.
In addition to being board certified, Dr. Regenass is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
SOURCE Gateway Aesthetic Institute & Laser Center
Dr. Regenass notes, "Many women have questions about breast augmentation or breast enhancement surgery, but are too timid to ask. Others may believe stories they hear on the Internet. As such, I'd like to address a few of the most common breast augmentation or enhancement questions that I receive every day."
1. Can breast augmentation look natural?
Yes. In fact, many patients do not want an obvious augmentation where "everybody notices". Breast augmentation, whether saline or silicone, can and should look and feel very natural. The cosmetic result is determined by the patient's tissue and the skill of the surgeon. That is why choosing an experienced, board certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation is very important.
2. Are breast augmentations and tummy tucks painful?
Not at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. We realize that patient comfort is a priority, and so, where appropriate, we use pain pumps for breast enhancement and tummy tuck procedures. A pain pump will significantly decrease discomfort after surgery and will allow for a more rapid and comfortable healing. Our patients often report being amazed at the ease of the procedure compared to what they were expecting.
3. Are silicone implants dangerous?
Although women in the early 1990s were claiming that silicone made them "sick", there has never been any evidence to support these claims. As a precaution, silicone implants were taken off the market for a period of time for women undergoing their first cosmetic augmentation. Their use was limited to women having implants for reconstructive purposes, until more research could be conducted. Fortunately, the ban was lifted a few years ago, so currently women, aged 22 years and older, can again have silicone implants. Many patients prefer the more "natural" look and feel of silicone gel implants and women who already have saline implants are opting to have their saline implants exchanged for silicone. So the truth is that silicone implants are safe and they look and feel great!
4. Is everyone a good candidate for plastic surgery?
No, some patients have underlying medical conditions that make elective cosmetic surgery dangerous. This is exactly the reason we encourage patients to make an appointment to see if their goals are realistic and possible.
5. Should breast implants only be considered after completing childbearing?
Many women want to enjoy the benefits of breast augmentation during their childbearing years and beyond. There is no reason to wait until after you have had your children to get implants. Some women are concerned about being able to breast feed after they have breast augmentation. As a rule of thumb, if a woman has successfully breast-fed before implants, thereby indicating that she can breastfeed, she has a good chance of still being able to do so after an augmentation. That said, if a woman has sagging breasts, and also needs a mastopexy (breast lift), in addition to implants, then it is generally best to wait until after childbearing and breastfeeding has concluded.
6. Are implants the only option for breast augmentation?
No. Until recently though, it was true that in order to enhance a woman's bust size, an implant was required. However, with new and safe technologies, some women are actually candidates for "natural" breast enhancement. This procedure involves taking fat from unwanted areas of the body and transferring it to the breasts for augmentation. It's a safe, comfortable, effective procedure that does not even require general anesthesia!
7. Is it true that only a cosmetic surgeon is qualified to perform plastic surgery?
Unfortunately, any doctor can call themselves a "cosmetic surgeon" and not be board certified in plastic surgery. That said, the only doctors who should be performing plastic surgery are those with the specific training. They should be board certified in 1) Plastic Surgery, 2) Dermatology, 3) ENT/facial plastic surgery, or 4) Oculoplastic Surgery. Before trusting your looks and health to just anyone, make sure your chosen doctor is board certified and experienced. Rest assured, all the doctors at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah are board certified and specialize in their particular areas of expertise.
Heidi Regenass, M.D., is a board certified plastic surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center. Born in Zimbabwe, Dr. Regenass specializes in variety of plastic surgery procedures for both men and women to help them achieve their desired cosmetic result. Specifically, she specializes in plastic surgery procedures that rejuvenate the face and body, enhancing one's natural beauty including both breast enhancement and tummy tucks.
Dr. Regenass received her medical degree from the University of Utah where she excelled academically and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She went on to perform her general surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic, followed by a plastic surgery residency at the University of Utah. For more than 20 years, Dr. Regenass has been dedicated to the holistic practice of medicine to help her patients achieve their health and beauty goals. Dr. Regenass and the dedicated team of healthcare professionals at Gateway Aesthetic look forward to helping you look and feel your very best.
In addition to being board certified, Dr. Regenass is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
SOURCE Gateway Aesthetic Institute & Laser Center
Can Adding a Side Salad to a Cheeseburger Help You Lose Weight?
EVANSTON, Ill., Sept. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Can adding a side salad to a cheeseburger help one lose weight? New research from the Kellogg School of Management suggests that people, particularly those who characterize themselves as weight conscious, tend to believe that adding a healthy option to an otherwise indulgent meal will lower the total calorie count.
"Despite the growing availability of healthier, diet-friendly foods, the proliferation of diets, and the increasing number of public policy initiatives aimed at obesity, the proportion of overweight individuals in the United States continues to increase," says Alexander Chernev, study author and associate professor of marketing at the Kellogg School Management at Northwestern University. "An important factor contributing to the obesity epidemic is the misguided belief about the relationship between a meal's healthiness and its impact on weight gain. People erroneously believe that eating healthy foods in addition to unhealthy ones can decrease a meal's calorie count."
In earlier research, Chernev identified consumers' tendency to underestimate their calorie intake. In his new study, Chernev builds on this concept, documenting a striking outcome: this propensity to misestimate calories is stronger among weight-conscious people, who would seem most likely to closely monitor their diets.
As a part of this study, 934 participants from a nationwide online research panel were asked to estimate the calorie content of several meals. Some were shown a series of relatively unhealthy meals, and others were shown the same meals combined with a healthy option. For example, some of the participants were shown a bowl of chili with cheese, whereas the others were shown the same bowl of chili paired with a small green side salad. The other food pairs included a cheeseburger, which for some of the participants was paired with three celery sticks; a bacon-and-cheese waffle sandwich (paired with a small organic apple); and a meatball pepperoni cheesesteak (paired with a celery-and-carrot side dish).
Results were astounding. Those who viewed the chili alone rated it as averaging 699 calories. In contrast, those who were shown the chili combined with the green salad estimated it to have only 656 calories. Thus, adding a green salad to the bowl of chili lowered the perceived calorie content of the entire meal by 43 calories—as if the green salad had negative calories. This negative calorie illusion was observed with all four meals tested, indicating the prevalence of the belief that one can consume fewer calories simply by adding a healthy item to a meal.
"Because people believe that adding a healthy option can lower a meal's calorie content, the negative calorie illusion can lead to overconsumption, thus contributing to the obesity trend," says Chernev.
What was even more surprising, however, was that dieters—who are presumably more involved in monitoring their calorie intake and more familiar with the calorie content of different meal options—were more likely to fall into the negative calorie illusion trap. In fact, the illusion was twice as strong for the weight-conscious groups (who on average underestimated the combined meal by 76 calories or 10.8%) than for those who were rather indifferent to their weight (who on average underestimated the combined meal by 33 calories or 4.8%).
To combat the "dieter's paradox," as Chernev has termed this phenomenon, he recommends shifting the focus of current public policy campaigns away from the stereotypes associated with "good" and "bad" foods. When product ads and public policy communications stereotype foods into virtues and vices, they tend to shift people's attention away from the quantity of food consumed. According to Chernev, this neglect of quantity might end up implicitly promoting the illusion of negative calories.
"The bottom line here is that motivating people to lose weight without educating them on how to monitor their calorie intake might not be enough to combat obesity. As the dieter's paradox shows, motivation without knowledge can be counterproductive," says Chernev. "Promoting the consumption of healthy foods without providing a complete picture of the factors influencing weight gain might paradoxically facilitate calorie overconsumption, leading to weight gain rather than weight loss."
The study, "The Dieter's Paradox," appeared in the April 2011 issue of the Journal of Consumer Psychology.
MORE INFORMATION: To request the full study or to arrange an interview with Professor Alexander Chernev, contact Aaron Mays or Dawn McKenzie, APR at the contact information listed below.
For more information about the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, visit http://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu.
"Despite the growing availability of healthier, diet-friendly foods, the proliferation of diets, and the increasing number of public policy initiatives aimed at obesity, the proportion of overweight individuals in the United States continues to increase," says Alexander Chernev, study author and associate professor of marketing at the Kellogg School Management at Northwestern University. "An important factor contributing to the obesity epidemic is the misguided belief about the relationship between a meal's healthiness and its impact on weight gain. People erroneously believe that eating healthy foods in addition to unhealthy ones can decrease a meal's calorie count."
In earlier research, Chernev identified consumers' tendency to underestimate their calorie intake. In his new study, Chernev builds on this concept, documenting a striking outcome: this propensity to misestimate calories is stronger among weight-conscious people, who would seem most likely to closely monitor their diets.
As a part of this study, 934 participants from a nationwide online research panel were asked to estimate the calorie content of several meals. Some were shown a series of relatively unhealthy meals, and others were shown the same meals combined with a healthy option. For example, some of the participants were shown a bowl of chili with cheese, whereas the others were shown the same bowl of chili paired with a small green side salad. The other food pairs included a cheeseburger, which for some of the participants was paired with three celery sticks; a bacon-and-cheese waffle sandwich (paired with a small organic apple); and a meatball pepperoni cheesesteak (paired with a celery-and-carrot side dish).
Results were astounding. Those who viewed the chili alone rated it as averaging 699 calories. In contrast, those who were shown the chili combined with the green salad estimated it to have only 656 calories. Thus, adding a green salad to the bowl of chili lowered the perceived calorie content of the entire meal by 43 calories—as if the green salad had negative calories. This negative calorie illusion was observed with all four meals tested, indicating the prevalence of the belief that one can consume fewer calories simply by adding a healthy item to a meal.
"Because people believe that adding a healthy option can lower a meal's calorie content, the negative calorie illusion can lead to overconsumption, thus contributing to the obesity trend," says Chernev.
What was even more surprising, however, was that dieters—who are presumably more involved in monitoring their calorie intake and more familiar with the calorie content of different meal options—were more likely to fall into the negative calorie illusion trap. In fact, the illusion was twice as strong for the weight-conscious groups (who on average underestimated the combined meal by 76 calories or 10.8%) than for those who were rather indifferent to their weight (who on average underestimated the combined meal by 33 calories or 4.8%).
To combat the "dieter's paradox," as Chernev has termed this phenomenon, he recommends shifting the focus of current public policy campaigns away from the stereotypes associated with "good" and "bad" foods. When product ads and public policy communications stereotype foods into virtues and vices, they tend to shift people's attention away from the quantity of food consumed. According to Chernev, this neglect of quantity might end up implicitly promoting the illusion of negative calories.
"The bottom line here is that motivating people to lose weight without educating them on how to monitor their calorie intake might not be enough to combat obesity. As the dieter's paradox shows, motivation without knowledge can be counterproductive," says Chernev. "Promoting the consumption of healthy foods without providing a complete picture of the factors influencing weight gain might paradoxically facilitate calorie overconsumption, leading to weight gain rather than weight loss."
The study, "The Dieter's Paradox," appeared in the April 2011 issue of the Journal of Consumer Psychology.
MORE INFORMATION: To request the full study or to arrange an interview with Professor Alexander Chernev, contact Aaron Mays or Dawn McKenzie, APR at the contact information listed below.
For more information about the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, visit http://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu.
Survey: Can You Guess What Scent Turns Arizona Girls On?
NEW YORK, Sept. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- It's long been known that how a guy smells is the number one thing that determines whether a girl will find him attractive.(i) In fact, two out of three women say they are more likely to make out with a guy on the first date if he smells good.(ii) To further investigate the science behind scent and attraction, AXE, the iconic men's grooming brand, commissioned new research unearthing what scents turn girls on – proving that guys looking to enhance their game should choose a fragrance based on where they reside.
AXE enlisted scent expert Dr. Alan Hirsch, director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, to determine girls' scent preferences in 10 of the top cities for singles nationwide. Surprisingly, no two cities fared the same. In Chicago, for example, which boasts nearly 700 bakeries and patisseries, girls preferred the sweet smell of vanilla, while in sunny San Diego, girls go wild for the scent of suntan lotion and salty ocean air. Guys should take note – switching up fragrance according to locale might just be the help needed to attract her attention.
"In each city we tested, girls reported different scent preferences, indicating that geography has a direct correlation to what scents they find attractive," said Dr. Hirsch. "Guys should heed these findings as research has shown that when women are in the presence of a preferred scent, they are more likely to project positive feelings on those around them, which can lead to increased attraction."
Seductive Scents
So which scents may seduce? Guys living in New York, where girls dig the smell of coffee, should opt for a gourmet foodie scent, such as AXE Dark Temptation, which includes notes of hot chocolate amber and red peppercorn. Guys in L.A. shouldn't think they can get by with the same fragrance – girls there are drawn to the smell of fresh lavender so guys should reach for clean, herbal scents. How different is it from city to city? Check it out:
1. Girls' Scent Preferences by City New York City – Coffee
2. Los Angeles – Lavender
3. Chicago – Vanilla
4. Houston – Barbeque
5. Atlanta – Cherry
6. Phoenix – Eucalyptus
7. Philadelphia – Clean Laundry
8. Dallas – Smoke/Fireplace
9. San Diego – Suntan Lotion/Ocean
10 .Minneapolis-St. Paul – Cut Grass
For guys who don't live in one of the above locations, Dr. Hirsch and his team of scent scientists broke down the data nationally and regionally, finding that some scents were popular enough to cross state lines. Food-focused scents like vanilla and coffee, for instance, reined supreme nationwide.
Girls' Scent Preferences Nationwide
1.Vanilla
2.Coffee
3.Lavender
4.Fresh Air/Rain
Girls' Scent Preferences Regionally
• East Coast – Coffee
• South – Fire/Smoke
• Midwest – Cut Grass
• West Coast – Baked Goods
Sensorial Satisfaction
The importance of knowing what scents girls are attracted to goes beyond picking out a complementary fragrance. Dating and relationship expert Ian Kerner, New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First and Love in the Time of Colic, suggests not only wearing the correct fragrance according to your city, but incorporating the preferred scent into your dating routine.
"Dating should be a sensorial experience," says Kerner. "If a girl likes the sights, sounds and smell around her, she is going to find you more desirable." Guys who call the South home, for example, might take their girl to their favorite barbeque place or roast S'mores by a campfire to create that desired smoky aroma. Since girls in the Midwest like freshly cut grass, guys in the Heartland may be better off with a picnic or hitting up the driving range.
Survey Says
In addition to the study, AXE also commissioned research firm StrategyOne to survey girls nationwide about their thoughts on scent and attraction. While scent preferences vary by location, some things ring true from coast to coast, proving that scent is an important element to consider when getting ready for that hot date.
Dirty little secret: One in four girls will wait anywhere from two weeks to a month before washing their sheets in order to keep their guy's scent close
Father doesn't know best: 56 percent of girls say they won't date a guy who smells like their dad
Guard your belongings: One out of two girls admits that she has committed theft by stealing an article of clothing from a guy to smell when he's gone and nearly 60 percent of girls sleep in their guy's clothes because they like his lingering aroma
Need proof of how scent and memory are intertwined? 60 percent of girls still remember the smell of their ex's cologne
Visit www.facebook.com/axe for full results from the AXE Scents and the City study and more tips from Ian Kerner on how to seduce her senses.
AXE-ology
Scent and the City study findings were compiled by Dr. Alan Hirsch, director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation. Two thousand women ages 18 through 35 underwent live personal individualized nuncupative interviews as to their most preferred aromas. Two hundred subjects were selected per city. Questions were asked in an open fashion and no attempt was made to guide subjects to respond in any particular fashion as no prior hypothesis had been presented to the surveyors.
StrategyOne, a full-service corporate positioning, market research and strategic communications agency conducted a nationwide survey to unveil women's thoughts on scent and attraction. The survey was conducted online among a sample of 1,008 women aged 18 – 34 using the field services of Authentic Response. The results are nationally representative of the U.S. and have a margin of error or +/- 3.09 percent at the 95 percent confidence level.
About AXE
AXE is an iconic personal care brand around the world that helps guys look, smell and feel their best. The Unilever-manufactured brand is available in a line of deodorant bodysprays, deodorant and antiperspirant sticks, shower gels and hair care products. AXE is the No. 1 men's grooming brand in the U.S., excluding shaving hardware, which AXE does not offer, and achieved this status only seven years after launch. The brand's mission is to help guys get the girl with grooming products that reflect individual personality and lifestyle. For more information visit www.theaxeeffect.com.
About Dr. Hirsch
Alan R. Hirsch, M.D., F.A.C.P., a neurologist and psychiatrist, is a nationally recognized smell and taste expert. He has written more than 180 articles on the psychological power of smell, taste and how these senses affect human behavior. As the founder and neurological director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, Dr. Hirsch puts his theories to the test in a variety of documented studies.
About StrategyOne
Founded in 1999, StrategyOne is a full-service corporate positioning, market research and strategic communications agency with global research capabilities and offices in New York, Washington, DC, Chicago, Atlanta, London and Paris. StrategyOne utilizes a full suite of qualitative and quantitative methodologies to design custom primary research for clients in a wide range of industries to support their communications and marketing objectives.
AXE enlisted scent expert Dr. Alan Hirsch, director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, to determine girls' scent preferences in 10 of the top cities for singles nationwide. Surprisingly, no two cities fared the same. In Chicago, for example, which boasts nearly 700 bakeries and patisseries, girls preferred the sweet smell of vanilla, while in sunny San Diego, girls go wild for the scent of suntan lotion and salty ocean air. Guys should take note – switching up fragrance according to locale might just be the help needed to attract her attention.
"In each city we tested, girls reported different scent preferences, indicating that geography has a direct correlation to what scents they find attractive," said Dr. Hirsch. "Guys should heed these findings as research has shown that when women are in the presence of a preferred scent, they are more likely to project positive feelings on those around them, which can lead to increased attraction."
Seductive Scents
So which scents may seduce? Guys living in New York, where girls dig the smell of coffee, should opt for a gourmet foodie scent, such as AXE Dark Temptation, which includes notes of hot chocolate amber and red peppercorn. Guys in L.A. shouldn't think they can get by with the same fragrance – girls there are drawn to the smell of fresh lavender so guys should reach for clean, herbal scents. How different is it from city to city? Check it out:
1. Girls' Scent Preferences by City New York City – Coffee
2. Los Angeles – Lavender
3. Chicago – Vanilla
4. Houston – Barbeque
5. Atlanta – Cherry
6. Phoenix – Eucalyptus
7. Philadelphia – Clean Laundry
8. Dallas – Smoke/Fireplace
9. San Diego – Suntan Lotion/Ocean
10 .Minneapolis-St. Paul – Cut Grass
For guys who don't live in one of the above locations, Dr. Hirsch and his team of scent scientists broke down the data nationally and regionally, finding that some scents were popular enough to cross state lines. Food-focused scents like vanilla and coffee, for instance, reined supreme nationwide.
Girls' Scent Preferences Nationwide
1.Vanilla
2.Coffee
3.Lavender
4.Fresh Air/Rain
Girls' Scent Preferences Regionally
• East Coast – Coffee
• South – Fire/Smoke
• Midwest – Cut Grass
• West Coast – Baked Goods
Sensorial Satisfaction
The importance of knowing what scents girls are attracted to goes beyond picking out a complementary fragrance. Dating and relationship expert Ian Kerner, New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First and Love in the Time of Colic, suggests not only wearing the correct fragrance according to your city, but incorporating the preferred scent into your dating routine.
"Dating should be a sensorial experience," says Kerner. "If a girl likes the sights, sounds and smell around her, she is going to find you more desirable." Guys who call the South home, for example, might take their girl to their favorite barbeque place or roast S'mores by a campfire to create that desired smoky aroma. Since girls in the Midwest like freshly cut grass, guys in the Heartland may be better off with a picnic or hitting up the driving range.
Survey Says
In addition to the study, AXE also commissioned research firm StrategyOne to survey girls nationwide about their thoughts on scent and attraction. While scent preferences vary by location, some things ring true from coast to coast, proving that scent is an important element to consider when getting ready for that hot date.
Dirty little secret: One in four girls will wait anywhere from two weeks to a month before washing their sheets in order to keep their guy's scent close
Father doesn't know best: 56 percent of girls say they won't date a guy who smells like their dad
Guard your belongings: One out of two girls admits that she has committed theft by stealing an article of clothing from a guy to smell when he's gone and nearly 60 percent of girls sleep in their guy's clothes because they like his lingering aroma
Need proof of how scent and memory are intertwined? 60 percent of girls still remember the smell of their ex's cologne
Visit www.facebook.com/axe for full results from the AXE Scents and the City study and more tips from Ian Kerner on how to seduce her senses.
AXE-ology
Scent and the City study findings were compiled by Dr. Alan Hirsch, director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation. Two thousand women ages 18 through 35 underwent live personal individualized nuncupative interviews as to their most preferred aromas. Two hundred subjects were selected per city. Questions were asked in an open fashion and no attempt was made to guide subjects to respond in any particular fashion as no prior hypothesis had been presented to the surveyors.
StrategyOne, a full-service corporate positioning, market research and strategic communications agency conducted a nationwide survey to unveil women's thoughts on scent and attraction. The survey was conducted online among a sample of 1,008 women aged 18 – 34 using the field services of Authentic Response. The results are nationally representative of the U.S. and have a margin of error or +/- 3.09 percent at the 95 percent confidence level.
About AXE
AXE is an iconic personal care brand around the world that helps guys look, smell and feel their best. The Unilever-manufactured brand is available in a line of deodorant bodysprays, deodorant and antiperspirant sticks, shower gels and hair care products. AXE is the No. 1 men's grooming brand in the U.S., excluding shaving hardware, which AXE does not offer, and achieved this status only seven years after launch. The brand's mission is to help guys get the girl with grooming products that reflect individual personality and lifestyle. For more information visit www.theaxeeffect.com.
About Dr. Hirsch
Alan R. Hirsch, M.D., F.A.C.P., a neurologist and psychiatrist, is a nationally recognized smell and taste expert. He has written more than 180 articles on the psychological power of smell, taste and how these senses affect human behavior. As the founder and neurological director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, Dr. Hirsch puts his theories to the test in a variety of documented studies.
About StrategyOne
Founded in 1999, StrategyOne is a full-service corporate positioning, market research and strategic communications agency with global research capabilities and offices in New York, Washington, DC, Chicago, Atlanta, London and Paris. StrategyOne utilizes a full suite of qualitative and quantitative methodologies to design custom primary research for clients in a wide range of industries to support their communications and marketing objectives.
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Thursday, October 7, 2010
Before and After Pictures and Photos of Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction
A More Advanced and Safer Choice in Liposuction Technology
Lipo-Vibe Custom Acoustic Liposuction is the newest and latest advancement in liposuction. Lipo-Vibe is an FDA approved, safe and effective way to eliminate unwanted stubborn areas of fat. Although new to the U.S., this technology has been successfully used in Europe for more than 12 years.
Unlike traditional liposuction that causes trauma to the surrounding tissue, the Lipo-Vibe gentle 3-D technology contours the body for dramatic results with little or no downtime -- and all under a local anesthetic. This state of the art procedure can be used on virtually any area of the body that is resistant to diet and exercise with fantastic results. As an added benefit, the energy used to break down fat also stimulates collagen and facilitates skin tightening.
To view Before and After photos and images of Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/article_info.php?articles_id=379
Lipo-Vibe Custom Acoustic Liposuction is the newest and latest advancement in liposuction. Lipo-Vibe is an FDA approved, safe and effective way to eliminate unwanted stubborn areas of fat. Although new to the U.S., this technology has been successfully used in Europe for more than 12 years.
Unlike traditional liposuction that causes trauma to the surrounding tissue, the Lipo-Vibe gentle 3-D technology contours the body for dramatic results with little or no downtime -- and all under a local anesthetic. This state of the art procedure can be used on virtually any area of the body that is resistant to diet and exercise with fantastic results. As an added benefit, the energy used to break down fat also stimulates collagen and facilitates skin tightening.
To view Before and After photos and images of Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/article_info.php?articles_id=379
Menopause Can Interfere With Women's Sexual Satisfaction
HOLLAND, Mich., June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Menopause is a natural transition in a woman's life. We expect to go through it sooner or later. Preferably later. But for roughly 25 percent of women, menopause arrives early, and with it comes hormonal shifts that can affect sexual drive and functioning.
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
Knowing what to expect and having access to clinically sound information from expert sources like Menopause.org, sponsored by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), and MiddlesexMD.com, a sexual health website founded by menopause care specialist Dr. Barb DePree, can help menopausal women maintain their sexual well-being.
Causes of Premature Menopause
NAMS defines premature menopause as "menopause that occurs at or before age 40. It can be genetic, or it can be induced via a medical intervention that removes or damages the ovaries, resulting in the abrupt loss of ovarian hormones such as estrogen."
Most cases of surgically induced menopause are caused when both ovaries are removed in a procedure called an oophorectomy or when a hysterectomy includes removing the ovaries or cutting off the blood supply to the ovaries.
"Removing both ovaries brings on immediate menopause, so it's important to talk to your doctor about both the reasons for the surgery and the possible outcomes," urges Dr. DePree. "Surgical menopause is not reversible. It's important to have a good understanding of what you will face after the surgery."
Medical Menopause
Certain medical procedures such as chemotherapy and pelvic radiation therapy can also cause menopause by damaging the ovaries. However, notes Dr. DePree, not all premenopausal women undergoing these procedures will experience induced menopause.
"In cases where ovarian functioning has been damaged by medication or radiation, the impact on fertility is unpredictable. You still have to protect against unplanned pregnancy during this transitional time," explains Dr. DePree. "Also, even if the ovaries stop producing hormones, that change may not be permanent."
Sexual Function and Premature Menopause
So what happens when levels of estrogen fall?
According to NAMS, women going through induced menopause experience an abrupt decrease in hormone levels. This may have a more negative effect on sexual function than the more gradual changes of natural (spontaneous) menopause.
"Although each individual is different, for most women the loss of ovarian hormones leads to diminished sexual drive and a changed experience," Dr. DePree points out. "In addition, changes in the vagina and vulva can create discomfort or even pain."
With little or no estrogen, vaginal walls become thin, dry and less elastic, causing pain during penetration.
Vaginal secretions lessen, resulting in decreased lubrication.
Blood flow to the genital area is reduced, making it more difficult to become aroused.
Understanding these issues, making adjustments, and knowing where to find help can alleviate anxiety, improve sexual satisfaction, and enhance intimacy.
"Unfortunately," says Dr. DePree, "it is difficult to get reliable, clinically sound information about our sexuality as we age. I founded MiddlesexMD to make it easier for women to understand both the changes to their sex lives and their options for remaining sexually active."
A Recipe for Maintaining Sexual Well-Being
MiddlesexMD is organized around a "recipe" for sexual health that synthesizes the latest and best advice of physicians, researchers and therapists into five central elements. Each element provides a factual guide to the physiological changes that come with menopause and explains different actions to accommodate those changes.
"By having a thorough understanding of these normal changes and how to compensate for them, midlife women can keep their bodies and minds in shape for continued sexuality through menopause and beyond," says Dr. DePree. "The intimacy that is created strengthens our primary relationship, so we can live longer and happier lives."
Here is Dr. DePree's "recipe" for sexual health excerpted from MiddlesexMD:
1. Knowledge
Midlife women need to know the physiology of menopause, so they can understand what is happening when it happens. Although each woman's experiences are unique to her, none of us is alone. And each of us needs to learn some new approaches to keep sex enjoyable as we age.
2. Vaginal Comfort
Midlife women need to learn how to take care of their vulvo-vaginal tissues so that sex remains comfortable.
3. Genital Sensation
Midlife women need to understand how to compensate for less blood flow and less sensitivity in their genital tissues and create sufficient sexual sensation.
4. Pelvic Tone
Midlife women need to learn how and why to strengthen and maintain their pelvic girdle to encourage circulation and maintain or strengthen their orgasms.
5. Emotional Intimacy
Midlife women need what every woman needs at every age for sex to be good. Sex needs to be intimate. Enjoying sexuality as we age helps us create and reinforce real connection.
About Dr, Barb DePree and MiddlesexMD
Barb DePree, MD, is a women's health provider in West Michigan, specializing in menopause care. She founded MiddlesexMD.com, a safe, comfortable website where women can learn how aging affects sexual health. MiddlesexMD.com offers clinically sound information, practical advice and intimacy aids that help women enjoy sexuality for life. MiddlesexMD is funded by private investors, many of whom are women over 40.
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
Knowing what to expect and having access to clinically sound information from expert sources like Menopause.org, sponsored by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), and MiddlesexMD.com, a sexual health website founded by menopause care specialist Dr. Barb DePree, can help menopausal women maintain their sexual well-being.
Causes of Premature Menopause
NAMS defines premature menopause as "menopause that occurs at or before age 40. It can be genetic, or it can be induced via a medical intervention that removes or damages the ovaries, resulting in the abrupt loss of ovarian hormones such as estrogen."
Most cases of surgically induced menopause are caused when both ovaries are removed in a procedure called an oophorectomy or when a hysterectomy includes removing the ovaries or cutting off the blood supply to the ovaries.
"Removing both ovaries brings on immediate menopause, so it's important to talk to your doctor about both the reasons for the surgery and the possible outcomes," urges Dr. DePree. "Surgical menopause is not reversible. It's important to have a good understanding of what you will face after the surgery."
Medical Menopause
Certain medical procedures such as chemotherapy and pelvic radiation therapy can also cause menopause by damaging the ovaries. However, notes Dr. DePree, not all premenopausal women undergoing these procedures will experience induced menopause.
"In cases where ovarian functioning has been damaged by medication or radiation, the impact on fertility is unpredictable. You still have to protect against unplanned pregnancy during this transitional time," explains Dr. DePree. "Also, even if the ovaries stop producing hormones, that change may not be permanent."
Sexual Function and Premature Menopause
So what happens when levels of estrogen fall?
According to NAMS, women going through induced menopause experience an abrupt decrease in hormone levels. This may have a more negative effect on sexual function than the more gradual changes of natural (spontaneous) menopause.
"Although each individual is different, for most women the loss of ovarian hormones leads to diminished sexual drive and a changed experience," Dr. DePree points out. "In addition, changes in the vagina and vulva can create discomfort or even pain."
With little or no estrogen, vaginal walls become thin, dry and less elastic, causing pain during penetration.
Vaginal secretions lessen, resulting in decreased lubrication.
Blood flow to the genital area is reduced, making it more difficult to become aroused.
Understanding these issues, making adjustments, and knowing where to find help can alleviate anxiety, improve sexual satisfaction, and enhance intimacy.
"Unfortunately," says Dr. DePree, "it is difficult to get reliable, clinically sound information about our sexuality as we age. I founded MiddlesexMD to make it easier for women to understand both the changes to their sex lives and their options for remaining sexually active."
A Recipe for Maintaining Sexual Well-Being
MiddlesexMD is organized around a "recipe" for sexual health that synthesizes the latest and best advice of physicians, researchers and therapists into five central elements. Each element provides a factual guide to the physiological changes that come with menopause and explains different actions to accommodate those changes.
"By having a thorough understanding of these normal changes and how to compensate for them, midlife women can keep their bodies and minds in shape for continued sexuality through menopause and beyond," says Dr. DePree. "The intimacy that is created strengthens our primary relationship, so we can live longer and happier lives."
Here is Dr. DePree's "recipe" for sexual health excerpted from MiddlesexMD:
1. Knowledge
Midlife women need to know the physiology of menopause, so they can understand what is happening when it happens. Although each woman's experiences are unique to her, none of us is alone. And each of us needs to learn some new approaches to keep sex enjoyable as we age.
2. Vaginal Comfort
Midlife women need to learn how to take care of their vulvo-vaginal tissues so that sex remains comfortable.
3. Genital Sensation
Midlife women need to understand how to compensate for less blood flow and less sensitivity in their genital tissues and create sufficient sexual sensation.
4. Pelvic Tone
Midlife women need to learn how and why to strengthen and maintain their pelvic girdle to encourage circulation and maintain or strengthen their orgasms.
5. Emotional Intimacy
Midlife women need what every woman needs at every age for sex to be good. Sex needs to be intimate. Enjoying sexuality as we age helps us create and reinforce real connection.
About Dr, Barb DePree and MiddlesexMD
Barb DePree, MD, is a women's health provider in West Michigan, specializing in menopause care. She founded MiddlesexMD.com, a safe, comfortable website where women can learn how aging affects sexual health. MiddlesexMD.com offers clinically sound information, practical advice and intimacy aids that help women enjoy sexuality for life. MiddlesexMD is funded by private investors, many of whom are women over 40.
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction at Derma Health Institute of Arizona
Lipo-Vibe Custom Acoustic Liposuction is the newest and latest advancement in liposuction. It is an FDA approved, safe and effective way to quickly eliminate unwanted areas of stubborn fat. Although new to the U.S., this technology has been successfully used in Europe since 1999.
Unlike traditional liposuction that causes trauma to the surrounding tissue, the gentle 3-D technology contours the body for dramatic results with little or no downtime. This state of the art procedure can be used on virtually any area of the body that is resistant to diet and exercise – and the results are fantastic!
Before and After Photos About Dr. Gael L. DeRouin, D.O.
How is Lipo-Vibe Different?
Unlike traditional liposuction, Lipo-Vibe gives the doctor the ability to break up the fat before-hand with laser energy.
It is unique in that it utilizes air pressure to generate acoustic sound energy. Rather than the one-dimensional vibration of ultrasound, Lipo-Vibe generates a more effective three dimensional movement. The pattern of movement enables Lipo-Vibe to operate at lower infrasonic frequencies which are much safer than the high-frequency energy generated by a regular ultrasound.
"I have used many different types of liposuction throughout the years, from conventional liposuction to the current laser and ultrasound liposuction equipment. I am impressed that this new Lipo-Vibe can really get the job done and allows me to offer my patients additional safety and less discomfort.” - Dr. Gael DeRouin. D.O.
Lipo-Vibe can more easily and safely access areas of the body that are difficult to treat with older liposuction methods. Its unique vibration pattern allows for precise body sculpting with less trauma to the surrounding skin tissue. Overall, the patient experiences less swelling, less bruising and less overall discomfort. As an added benefit, the energy used to break down fat also stimulates collagen and facilitates skin tightening during the days following the procedure.
How is Lipo-Vibe Safer?
Unlike current liposuction techniques that utilize laser or ultrasound energy, the suction tube used in Lipo-Vibe stays cool, eliminating the risk of heat injury to tissue. Lipo-Vibe includes an automatic shut off when it approaches non-fatty tissue such as skin or muscle which protects the surrounding tissue from trauma. These safety features enable Lipo-Vibe to safely and more effectively remove deep and superficial fat, resulting in higher definition sculpting.
Since you don’t have to be “put under” during the procedure, you avoid all the dangers that go along with general anesthetics.
Lipo-Vibe offers all of the benefits of current liposuction technology without the inherent risks, discomfort, and downtime.
Who is a Candidate for Liposuction?
While almost anyone can benefit from liposuction, it is most effective at removing fat from localized pockets which have been resistant to dieting or exercise. In general, the ideal patient is one who is in good health, not obese, has an active lifestyle and has pockets of fat they wish to have removed.
How is the Procedure Performed?
Lipo-Vibe is an out-patient procedure done right in the Derma Health Institute office. The patient is awake during the entire procedure.
Prior to the procedure, the fatty areas are marked and a local anesthetic is infused underneath the skin to numb the area. The physician then inserts a hollow, pen-like instrument called a cannula just beneath the skin surface and energy is passed through it to break up the fat. Once the fat is liquefied, it is then easily removed with a suction tube.
For more information about Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=457
Unlike traditional liposuction that causes trauma to the surrounding tissue, the gentle 3-D technology contours the body for dramatic results with little or no downtime. This state of the art procedure can be used on virtually any area of the body that is resistant to diet and exercise – and the results are fantastic!
Before and After Photos About Dr. Gael L. DeRouin, D.O.
How is Lipo-Vibe Different?
Unlike traditional liposuction, Lipo-Vibe gives the doctor the ability to break up the fat before-hand with laser energy.
It is unique in that it utilizes air pressure to generate acoustic sound energy. Rather than the one-dimensional vibration of ultrasound, Lipo-Vibe generates a more effective three dimensional movement. The pattern of movement enables Lipo-Vibe to operate at lower infrasonic frequencies which are much safer than the high-frequency energy generated by a regular ultrasound.
"I have used many different types of liposuction throughout the years, from conventional liposuction to the current laser and ultrasound liposuction equipment. I am impressed that this new Lipo-Vibe can really get the job done and allows me to offer my patients additional safety and less discomfort.” - Dr. Gael DeRouin. D.O.
Lipo-Vibe can more easily and safely access areas of the body that are difficult to treat with older liposuction methods. Its unique vibration pattern allows for precise body sculpting with less trauma to the surrounding skin tissue. Overall, the patient experiences less swelling, less bruising and less overall discomfort. As an added benefit, the energy used to break down fat also stimulates collagen and facilitates skin tightening during the days following the procedure.
How is Lipo-Vibe Safer?
Unlike current liposuction techniques that utilize laser or ultrasound energy, the suction tube used in Lipo-Vibe stays cool, eliminating the risk of heat injury to tissue. Lipo-Vibe includes an automatic shut off when it approaches non-fatty tissue such as skin or muscle which protects the surrounding tissue from trauma. These safety features enable Lipo-Vibe to safely and more effectively remove deep and superficial fat, resulting in higher definition sculpting.
Since you don’t have to be “put under” during the procedure, you avoid all the dangers that go along with general anesthetics.
Lipo-Vibe offers all of the benefits of current liposuction technology without the inherent risks, discomfort, and downtime.
Who is a Candidate for Liposuction?
While almost anyone can benefit from liposuction, it is most effective at removing fat from localized pockets which have been resistant to dieting or exercise. In general, the ideal patient is one who is in good health, not obese, has an active lifestyle and has pockets of fat they wish to have removed.
How is the Procedure Performed?
Lipo-Vibe is an out-patient procedure done right in the Derma Health Institute office. The patient is awake during the entire procedure.
Prior to the procedure, the fatty areas are marked and a local anesthetic is infused underneath the skin to numb the area. The physician then inserts a hollow, pen-like instrument called a cannula just beneath the skin surface and energy is passed through it to break up the fat. Once the fat is liquefied, it is then easily removed with a suction tube.
For more information about Lipo-Vibe Tickle Liposuction at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=457
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Natural Menopause Treatments Explained by Dr. Ershadi
LOS ANGELES, April 19 / -- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a synthetic menopause treatment method available to women suffering from symptoms of menopause. While this treatment is effective, it has been linked to serious diseases such as breast cancer. Because of that, many women have chosen not to risk their health with HRT treatments. The risks associated with HRT are simply too great for many women.
In the past, women have resigned themselves to suffering menopause symptoms because they feared the potentially harmful consequences associated with hormone replacement therapy. These women determined to live with hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, fatigue, memory loss, mood swings, and strained relationships in order to protect their health and wellness. However, by not treating menopause symptoms a woman is increasing her chances of developing cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. These diseases can further interfere with a woman's life. Decreased bone density can result in serious fractures if the woman falls and injures herself. Menopause should not be left untreated and allowed to run its damaging course.
Treating Menopause Naturally
There are natural cures for menopause that women ages 40 and over may want to consider using. These natural menopause remedies include things such as natural menopause supplements. These supplements are not only designed to help alleviate the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats, but they also help women maintain bone and muscle mass as well as prevent osteoporosis. Products such as herbal supplements for menopause are a safe, effective, natural way to treat a range of menopause symptoms. Even though every woman will not experience the same degree or intensity of the various symptoms related to menopause, herbal menopause remedies may be appropriate for any woman suffering with menopause.
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
In the past, women have resigned themselves to suffering menopause symptoms because they feared the potentially harmful consequences associated with hormone replacement therapy. These women determined to live with hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, fatigue, memory loss, mood swings, and strained relationships in order to protect their health and wellness. However, by not treating menopause symptoms a woman is increasing her chances of developing cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. These diseases can further interfere with a woman's life. Decreased bone density can result in serious fractures if the woman falls and injures herself. Menopause should not be left untreated and allowed to run its damaging course.
Treating Menopause Naturally
There are natural cures for menopause that women ages 40 and over may want to consider using. These natural menopause remedies include things such as natural menopause supplements. These supplements are not only designed to help alleviate the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats, but they also help women maintain bone and muscle mass as well as prevent osteoporosis. Products such as herbal supplements for menopause are a safe, effective, natural way to treat a range of menopause symptoms. Even though every woman will not experience the same degree or intensity of the various symptoms related to menopause, herbal menopause remedies may be appropriate for any woman suffering with menopause.
For more information about Bio-Match All Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=250
Rosacea Sufferers Perceived as Unhealthy, Insecure, Less Smart
BARRINGTON, Ill., April 14 /PRNewswire/ -- From job interviews to first dates, creating a positive and lasting first impression often goes a long way. For women with symptoms of the common skin condition rosacea, just how much does the appearance of their skin affect how people perceive them? A unique digital perception survey, developed in partnership with the National Rosacea Society (NRS) and Galderma Laboratories, contrasted images of women with signs of mild to moderate papular/pustular rosacea (an inflammatory skin condition characterized by redness, bumps and blemishes) and images of women with clear skin. The survey was taken by 1,009 members of the general population and 502 women with rosacea, equaling 1,511 survey respondents in total. In the survey, adults were asked to give their opinions of women based solely on photographs of their faces: half of the photographs featured the women with clear skin and half of the photographs were digitally enhanced to simulate rosacea symptoms on their faces. The survey found that based on first impressions of the images, when it comes to attributes such as confidence, attitude and intelligence, women with rosacea symptoms were consistently ranked differently than their clear-skinned counterparts.
For more infrmation about Rosacea Treatments at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=169
The results, which are part of the national educational campaign Rosacea SKINsights sponsored by Galderma Laboratories, also reveal the lengths that women with rosacea would go to if they could get rid of their rosacea forever, and highlight the low awareness and complicated diagnosis path for this common condition. On average, women with rosacea waited at least seven months before receiving a correct diagnosis, and only half of respondents had ever heard of the condition upon the time of diagnosis. This reveals the high level of misunderstanding and confusion that surrounds rosacea, a chronic disorder primarily of the facial skin, often characterized by flare-ups and remissions.
Rosacea's Impact on Health and Personality Traits
According to survey results, women with rosacea are more likely than women without the skin condition to be perceived by others among the general population as looking unhealthy (11% vs. 2%) and tired (43% vs. 32%). Survey respondents also formed personality judgments about women with pustular/papular rosacea, describing them as more likely to be insecure (33% vs. 13%) and shy (34% vs. 18%) than their counterparts. In contrast, women with clear skin were more commonly perceived as having positive social characteristics such as confidence (49% vs. 27%) and happiness (54% vs. 36%).
The appearance of rosacea also influenced survey respondents' perceptions of important personal characteristics that could negatively impact how rosacea sufferers are viewed in the workplace. Compared to women with clear skin, women with rosacea symptoms were considered to be less intelligent (36% vs. 43%) and not as successful (18% vs. 32%).Women with rosacea symptoms were also perceived to be more stressed (40% vs. 23%) and more likely to have entry level positions (22% vs. 11%).
Women with Rosacea Perceived as Less Lucky in Love
Career and personality traits were not the only perceived source of disparity between women with rosacea and those without – survey results show that Americans thought that women with rosacea were less lucky in love, including less likely to be in a relationship (64% vs. 81%) and less likely to go on weekend dates (14% vs. 22%).One in five women (19%) with rosacea surveyed would even rather have clear and smooth skin than an eternally fulfilling love life.
The Lengths Rosacea Sufferers Would Go To for Clear Skin
The women with rosacea who participated in the survey judged rosacea as the negative focal point of their faces. In order to achieve clear skin, women with rosacea said they would be willing to forgo wearing make-up (33%), exercising (22%) and watching television for one year (21%).They would also give up eating chocolate (44%) and dating (25%) for one year if that meant that they did not have to deal with their skin condition on a daily basis. Lastly, despite today's challenging economic environment, women with rosacea would pay an average of nearly $6,000 and 14 percent would reduce their income by 10 percent for five years, to have clear and smooth skin forever. Nine percent would choose clear skin over being financially well-off for life.
"The survey results confirm that rosacea can have a strong impact on people professionally, socially and romantically," said Samuel Huff, Executive Director of the National Rosacea Society. "The National Rosacea Society urges people to educate themselves about this widespread, yet often misunderstood disease, and encourages anyone who thinks they may have rosacea to see a dermatologist to receive a timely diagnosis and appropriate therapy."
"Unfortunately, many people with rosacea do not recognize the symptoms and often mistake their rosacea for another skin condition; therefore they are not taking advantage of the effective medical solutions that are available," said Dr. Doris Day, dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of Dermatology at the New York University Langone Medical Center. "Without proper treatment, rosacea flare-ups can progressively worsen so it is critical to visit a doctor for an accurate diagnosis. Your skin's appearance can be a prominent factor in how you perceive yourself and how others perceive you, so it is very important that everyone takes control of their skin and puts their best face forward."
Rosacea Awareness Month Resources
The National Rosacea Society annually designates April as Rosacea Awareness Month to increase recognition of the signs and symptoms of rosacea and to help people understand that rosacea is a medical condition that can get progressively worse without treatment. People who suspect that they may have rosacea or those who would like to learn more about this common condition are encouraged to learn the facts on rosacea at www.rosaceafacts.com, which is a site dedicated to arming people with the facts on rosacea, including symptoms and triggers, and providing them with additional resources about the condition.
About Rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic disorder primarily of the facial skin, often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. It typically begins any time after age 30 as a redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead that may come and go. Over time, the redness tends to become ruddier and more persistent, and visible blood vessels may appear. Bumps and pimples are a symptom, and in severe cases the nose may grow swollen and bumpy from excess tissue. Although rosacea can affect all segments of the population, individuals with fair skin who tend to flush or blush easily are believed to be at greatest risk. While there is no cure for rosacea and the cause is unknown, medical therapy is available to manage its signs and symptoms. Individuals who suspect they may have rosacea are urged to see a dermatologist or other knowledgeable physician for diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
About the National Rosacea Society
The National Rosacea Society (NRS) is the world's largest organization dedicated to improving the lives of the estimated 16 million Americans who suffer from this widespread but poorly understood disorder. Through education and advocacy, its mission is threefold: to raise awareness of rosacea, to provide public health information on the disorder, and to encourage and support medical research that may lead to improvements in its management, prevention and potential cure. Since 1992, the NRS has made a difference in the way rosacea patients are treated and the way this widespread disorder is perceived and understood. Information and materials are available on the society's Web site at www.rosacea.org.
About Galderma
Galderma, created in 1981 as a joint venture between Nestle and L'Oreal, is a fully-integrated specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated exclusively to the field of dermatology. The Company is committed to improving the health of skin with an extensive line of products across the world that treat a range of dermatological conditions. With a research and development center in Sophia Antipolis, France, Galderma has one of the largest R&D facilities dedicated exclusively to dermatology. Leading worldwide dermatology brands include Differin®, MetroGel® 1%/Rozex®, Clobex®, Tri-Luma®, Loceryl®, Vectical® Ointment, Epiduo™ Gel and Cetaphil®. For more information on Galderma, visit www.galdermausa.com.
About the National Rosacea First Impressions Survey
Kelton Research conducted two separate national online surveys, one with a sample of N=1,009 nationally representative adults age 18+ and one with a sample of N=502 women ages 18+ who had been diagnosed with rosacea. Both groups took the survey which was fielded between December 10th and December 28th, 2009. Quotas were set to ensure reliable and accurate representation of each audience. Each respondent answered questions about several pictures of people with or without rosacea. The overall margin of error for the general population in this study is +/-3.1 percentage points at the 95% confidence level. for the women with rosacea it is +/- 4.4 percentage points at the 95% confidence level. Margins for subgroups are slightly higher.
The survey was sponsored by Galderma Laboratories and developed in partnership with the National Rosacea Society.
SOURCE National Rosacea Society; Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
For more infrmation about Rosacea Treatments at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=169
The results, which are part of the national educational campaign Rosacea SKINsights sponsored by Galderma Laboratories, also reveal the lengths that women with rosacea would go to if they could get rid of their rosacea forever, and highlight the low awareness and complicated diagnosis path for this common condition. On average, women with rosacea waited at least seven months before receiving a correct diagnosis, and only half of respondents had ever heard of the condition upon the time of diagnosis. This reveals the high level of misunderstanding and confusion that surrounds rosacea, a chronic disorder primarily of the facial skin, often characterized by flare-ups and remissions.
Rosacea's Impact on Health and Personality Traits
According to survey results, women with rosacea are more likely than women without the skin condition to be perceived by others among the general population as looking unhealthy (11% vs. 2%) and tired (43% vs. 32%). Survey respondents also formed personality judgments about women with pustular/papular rosacea, describing them as more likely to be insecure (33% vs. 13%) and shy (34% vs. 18%) than their counterparts. In contrast, women with clear skin were more commonly perceived as having positive social characteristics such as confidence (49% vs. 27%) and happiness (54% vs. 36%).
The appearance of rosacea also influenced survey respondents' perceptions of important personal characteristics that could negatively impact how rosacea sufferers are viewed in the workplace. Compared to women with clear skin, women with rosacea symptoms were considered to be less intelligent (36% vs. 43%) and not as successful (18% vs. 32%).Women with rosacea symptoms were also perceived to be more stressed (40% vs. 23%) and more likely to have entry level positions (22% vs. 11%).
Women with Rosacea Perceived as Less Lucky in Love
Career and personality traits were not the only perceived source of disparity between women with rosacea and those without – survey results show that Americans thought that women with rosacea were less lucky in love, including less likely to be in a relationship (64% vs. 81%) and less likely to go on weekend dates (14% vs. 22%).One in five women (19%) with rosacea surveyed would even rather have clear and smooth skin than an eternally fulfilling love life.
The Lengths Rosacea Sufferers Would Go To for Clear Skin
The women with rosacea who participated in the survey judged rosacea as the negative focal point of their faces. In order to achieve clear skin, women with rosacea said they would be willing to forgo wearing make-up (33%), exercising (22%) and watching television for one year (21%).They would also give up eating chocolate (44%) and dating (25%) for one year if that meant that they did not have to deal with their skin condition on a daily basis. Lastly, despite today's challenging economic environment, women with rosacea would pay an average of nearly $6,000 and 14 percent would reduce their income by 10 percent for five years, to have clear and smooth skin forever. Nine percent would choose clear skin over being financially well-off for life.
"The survey results confirm that rosacea can have a strong impact on people professionally, socially and romantically," said Samuel Huff, Executive Director of the National Rosacea Society. "The National Rosacea Society urges people to educate themselves about this widespread, yet often misunderstood disease, and encourages anyone who thinks they may have rosacea to see a dermatologist to receive a timely diagnosis and appropriate therapy."
"Unfortunately, many people with rosacea do not recognize the symptoms and often mistake their rosacea for another skin condition; therefore they are not taking advantage of the effective medical solutions that are available," said Dr. Doris Day, dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of Dermatology at the New York University Langone Medical Center. "Without proper treatment, rosacea flare-ups can progressively worsen so it is critical to visit a doctor for an accurate diagnosis. Your skin's appearance can be a prominent factor in how you perceive yourself and how others perceive you, so it is very important that everyone takes control of their skin and puts their best face forward."
Rosacea Awareness Month Resources
The National Rosacea Society annually designates April as Rosacea Awareness Month to increase recognition of the signs and symptoms of rosacea and to help people understand that rosacea is a medical condition that can get progressively worse without treatment. People who suspect that they may have rosacea or those who would like to learn more about this common condition are encouraged to learn the facts on rosacea at www.rosaceafacts.com, which is a site dedicated to arming people with the facts on rosacea, including symptoms and triggers, and providing them with additional resources about the condition.
About Rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic disorder primarily of the facial skin, often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. It typically begins any time after age 30 as a redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead that may come and go. Over time, the redness tends to become ruddier and more persistent, and visible blood vessels may appear. Bumps and pimples are a symptom, and in severe cases the nose may grow swollen and bumpy from excess tissue. Although rosacea can affect all segments of the population, individuals with fair skin who tend to flush or blush easily are believed to be at greatest risk. While there is no cure for rosacea and the cause is unknown, medical therapy is available to manage its signs and symptoms. Individuals who suspect they may have rosacea are urged to see a dermatologist or other knowledgeable physician for diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
About the National Rosacea Society
The National Rosacea Society (NRS) is the world's largest organization dedicated to improving the lives of the estimated 16 million Americans who suffer from this widespread but poorly understood disorder. Through education and advocacy, its mission is threefold: to raise awareness of rosacea, to provide public health information on the disorder, and to encourage and support medical research that may lead to improvements in its management, prevention and potential cure. Since 1992, the NRS has made a difference in the way rosacea patients are treated and the way this widespread disorder is perceived and understood. Information and materials are available on the society's Web site at www.rosacea.org.
About Galderma
Galderma, created in 1981 as a joint venture between Nestle and L'Oreal, is a fully-integrated specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated exclusively to the field of dermatology. The Company is committed to improving the health of skin with an extensive line of products across the world that treat a range of dermatological conditions. With a research and development center in Sophia Antipolis, France, Galderma has one of the largest R&D facilities dedicated exclusively to dermatology. Leading worldwide dermatology brands include Differin®, MetroGel® 1%/Rozex®, Clobex®, Tri-Luma®, Loceryl®, Vectical® Ointment, Epiduo™ Gel and Cetaphil®. For more information on Galderma, visit www.galdermausa.com.
About the National Rosacea First Impressions Survey
Kelton Research conducted two separate national online surveys, one with a sample of N=1,009 nationally representative adults age 18+ and one with a sample of N=502 women ages 18+ who had been diagnosed with rosacea. Both groups took the survey which was fielded between December 10th and December 28th, 2009. Quotas were set to ensure reliable and accurate representation of each audience. Each respondent answered questions about several pictures of people with or without rosacea. The overall margin of error for the general population in this study is +/-3.1 percentage points at the 95% confidence level. for the women with rosacea it is +/- 4.4 percentage points at the 95% confidence level. Margins for subgroups are slightly higher.
The survey was sponsored by Galderma Laboratories and developed in partnership with the National Rosacea Society.
SOURCE National Rosacea Society; Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
July 24th Botox and Breakfast One Day Only Event Specials
July 24th, 2010, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at all Four Derma Health Locations
Take a vacation from wrinkles and attend Derma Health Institute's one-day only Breakfast & Botox event at all four Valley locations.
Stock up and save with our lowest price of the year on Botox: $7.99/unit. 26 unit minimum with no maximum*. Can't attend the event? Click here to order Botox online at this special price and use it later.
The first ten people who show up to Breakfast and Botox, at each location, will receive $100 of Botox for FREE (based on regular price of $9.99 a unit).
Lift & Lengthen: FREE Latisse® Eyelash Lengthener ($120 value) with the purchase of 2 or more syringes of Juvederm. Can't attend the event? Click here to order online at this special price and use it later.
Smooth, Refine, Remove: 35% off all Laser Treatments, including Laser Hair Removal, Laser Vein Removal, Laser Genesis, Photofacials, Titan, VelaShape & Tattoo Removal.
Vacation For Your Face: $39 Papaya Coconut Express Facial.
Breakfast muffins, pastries, flavored coffees, orange juice and mimosas will be served.
Come early! Mark your calendar! Tell your friends! The event is ONE DAY ONLY!
*Not valid with any other offers. May pre-purchase as of Monday, July 19th. Must be present to receive $100 in Free Botox®, giveaways of Juvéderm XC and Latisse and $50 rebate. **Must be registered with Brilliant Distinctions to receive instant rebate. Non Brilliant Distinctions customers can receive a $50 mail-in rebate. Register at brilliantdistinctionsprogram.com.
Take a vacation from wrinkles and attend Derma Health Institute's one-day only Breakfast & Botox event at all four Valley locations.
Stock up and save with our lowest price of the year on Botox: $7.99/unit. 26 unit minimum with no maximum*. Can't attend the event? Click here to order Botox online at this special price and use it later.
The first ten people who show up to Breakfast and Botox, at each location, will receive $100 of Botox for FREE (based on regular price of $9.99 a unit).
Lift & Lengthen: FREE Latisse® Eyelash Lengthener ($120 value) with the purchase of 2 or more syringes of Juvederm. Can't attend the event? Click here to order online at this special price and use it later.
Smooth, Refine, Remove: 35% off all Laser Treatments, including Laser Hair Removal, Laser Vein Removal, Laser Genesis, Photofacials, Titan, VelaShape & Tattoo Removal.
Vacation For Your Face: $39 Papaya Coconut Express Facial.
Breakfast muffins, pastries, flavored coffees, orange juice and mimosas will be served.
Come early! Mark your calendar! Tell your friends! The event is ONE DAY ONLY!
*Not valid with any other offers. May pre-purchase as of Monday, July 19th. Must be present to receive $100 in Free Botox®, giveaways of Juvéderm XC and Latisse and $50 rebate. **Must be registered with Brilliant Distinctions to receive instant rebate. Non Brilliant Distinctions customers can receive a $50 mail-in rebate. Register at brilliantdistinctionsprogram.com.
Who Needs Laser Hair Removal: Men Or Women?
In the past years, hair removal was firmly a female thing. Except for a swimmer, cyclist, bodybuilder, or male exotic dancer, probability is your body hair continued to be untouched. This is not the case anymore because experts inform that more and more men are choosing for equal grooming rights as women and that includes smooth body skin.
For most women, laser hair removal is the most effective way to remove undesirable hair. This process works just as well for men, and is certainly preferable to painful waxing, smelly hair removal creams, or constant shaving. This treatment is certainly the best method to totally eliminate all unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal is now the top non-surgical cosmetic procedure for the under thirty five crowds for both women and men. For people who are wondering how laser hair removal works, it aims the melanin (the dark pigment that gives hair its color), as the melanin absorbs the laser's light, the consequential heat basically destroy the adjacent hair follicles. For men it's an ideal and cost effective way to eliminate undesirable hair on the neck, chest, back and abdomen.
For more information about laser hair removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
While some men are still stuck in the past, most men now accept that laser hair removal for men is a great way to get rid of that pesky thick out of control hair. Whether they want to get rid of it or just have it weeded down, more of them are finding this an easier and more painless method to use. Shaving and waxing is really painful process. Laser hair removal is the safest and painless procedure to take away unwanted hair from your body.
If you want to remove hair from your back, legs, and yes sometimes even those forbidden places. The process will only take about thirty minutes for laser hair removal for men in most cases. If your skin is dark, there are chances that the process may be shorter. The treatment can vary in price depending on the procedure that you are looking to get done. Things like: the part of the body, how much hair that you have, if you want more than one body part done at once, and whether you want all of the hair removed or just thinned.
If you wanted the hair on your back completely removed and you where of average size, then the cost would be around four hundred dollars to have done. You may save half of the price of the procedure if you want to just trim it down. The price is a very good deal, because there is a good chance that you will only have to pay it once a year. The pain and frustration that laser hair removal for men will bring is worth it. It really just comes down to personal choice.
Article Source: http://www.articlesnatch.com
For most women, laser hair removal is the most effective way to remove undesirable hair. This process works just as well for men, and is certainly preferable to painful waxing, smelly hair removal creams, or constant shaving. This treatment is certainly the best method to totally eliminate all unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal is now the top non-surgical cosmetic procedure for the under thirty five crowds for both women and men. For people who are wondering how laser hair removal works, it aims the melanin (the dark pigment that gives hair its color), as the melanin absorbs the laser's light, the consequential heat basically destroy the adjacent hair follicles. For men it's an ideal and cost effective way to eliminate undesirable hair on the neck, chest, back and abdomen.
For more information about laser hair removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
While some men are still stuck in the past, most men now accept that laser hair removal for men is a great way to get rid of that pesky thick out of control hair. Whether they want to get rid of it or just have it weeded down, more of them are finding this an easier and more painless method to use. Shaving and waxing is really painful process. Laser hair removal is the safest and painless procedure to take away unwanted hair from your body.
If you want to remove hair from your back, legs, and yes sometimes even those forbidden places. The process will only take about thirty minutes for laser hair removal for men in most cases. If your skin is dark, there are chances that the process may be shorter. The treatment can vary in price depending on the procedure that you are looking to get done. Things like: the part of the body, how much hair that you have, if you want more than one body part done at once, and whether you want all of the hair removed or just thinned.
If you wanted the hair on your back completely removed and you where of average size, then the cost would be around four hundred dollars to have done. You may save half of the price of the procedure if you want to just trim it down. The price is a very good deal, because there is a good chance that you will only have to pay it once a year. The pain and frustration that laser hair removal for men will bring is worth it. It really just comes down to personal choice.
Article Source: http://www.articlesnatch.com
The Positive Impact Facial Fillers Have on Personal Appearance
IRVINE, Calif., March 16, 2010 -- Allergan, Inc. has announced the national launch of the Juvederm(R) "Switch Up" campaign, spearheaded by television personality Dayna Devon who will share ways to maintain a fresh appearance as women approach milestone birthdays. Devon, who turns 40 this month and is a mother of two young children, has developed an easy strategy for women to switch up their current routines and take advantage of effective medical aesthetic treatments including JUVEDERM(R) dermal filler, the number-one selling hyaluronic acid dermal filler in the United States.(1)
"I'm celebrating the 'big 4-0' this year so there's no better time than now to switch up my routine to help me look and feel like the best version of myself," said Dayna Devon. "As a mom, wife and TV host, I'm always on the go and have little time for myself but I still want to look my best. In my 30s, I began receiving treatment with a dermal filler when I noticed these deep lines starting to form around my nose and mouth that looked like two parentheses and couldn't be filled in with the creams I was using."
Devon continued, "When JUVEDERM(R) became available a few years ago, I switched because it has a smooth formulation and is the only dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid that is approved to last up to one year from initial treatment(2). Now a new formulation called JUVEDERM(R) XC includes lidocaine and is available, so I am even more excited about the treatment because I get the same smooth, natural-looking results with a more comfortable injection experience. Plus, I don't have to spend time waiting for the messy topical anesthetic to take effect."
Women who want to switch up their routines can become a "fan" of the official JUVEDERM(R) Facebook page to receive personal tips on how to maintain their best appearance from Dayna Devon every month. In addition to her experiences with JUVEDERM(R) treatment, Devon will also share tips on energizing fitness routines, making health a priority and expanding horizons with new hobbies to help women look and feel their best.
Derek Jones, M.D., renowned Los-Angeles based dermatologist, says milestone birthdays are the perfect time for patients to switch up their aesthetic routines. "Just like our bodies, skin changes as we age," said Dr. Jones. "One common complaint I hear from my patients in their 30s and 40s is the appearance of the pesky parentheses due to lost facial volume. To treat those lines, I have been recommending JUVEDERM(R) smooth-consistency dermal fillers for years and now JUVEDERM(R) XC with lidocaine offers my patients another reason to make the switch."
Robert Grant, president of Allergan Medical, a division of Allergan, Inc. said, "Our JuvEderm(R) 'Switch Up' campaign is a great way to educate women and men about hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatments and encourage them to have a dialogue with a licensed and trained aesthetic-specialty physician about clinically proven treatments that deliver on the promise to help treat wrinkles in the lower part of the face."
For more information about JUVEDERM(R) dermal fillers see http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=176
"I'm celebrating the 'big 4-0' this year so there's no better time than now to switch up my routine to help me look and feel like the best version of myself," said Dayna Devon. "As a mom, wife and TV host, I'm always on the go and have little time for myself but I still want to look my best. In my 30s, I began receiving treatment with a dermal filler when I noticed these deep lines starting to form around my nose and mouth that looked like two parentheses and couldn't be filled in with the creams I was using."
Devon continued, "When JUVEDERM(R) became available a few years ago, I switched because it has a smooth formulation and is the only dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid that is approved to last up to one year from initial treatment(2). Now a new formulation called JUVEDERM(R) XC includes lidocaine and is available, so I am even more excited about the treatment because I get the same smooth, natural-looking results with a more comfortable injection experience. Plus, I don't have to spend time waiting for the messy topical anesthetic to take effect."
Women who want to switch up their routines can become a "fan" of the official JUVEDERM(R) Facebook page to receive personal tips on how to maintain their best appearance from Dayna Devon every month. In addition to her experiences with JUVEDERM(R) treatment, Devon will also share tips on energizing fitness routines, making health a priority and expanding horizons with new hobbies to help women look and feel their best.
Derek Jones, M.D., renowned Los-Angeles based dermatologist, says milestone birthdays are the perfect time for patients to switch up their aesthetic routines. "Just like our bodies, skin changes as we age," said Dr. Jones. "One common complaint I hear from my patients in their 30s and 40s is the appearance of the pesky parentheses due to lost facial volume. To treat those lines, I have been recommending JUVEDERM(R) smooth-consistency dermal fillers for years and now JUVEDERM(R) XC with lidocaine offers my patients another reason to make the switch."
Robert Grant, president of Allergan Medical, a division of Allergan, Inc. said, "Our JuvEderm(R) 'Switch Up' campaign is a great way to educate women and men about hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatments and encourage them to have a dialogue with a licensed and trained aesthetic-specialty physician about clinically proven treatments that deliver on the promise to help treat wrinkles in the lower part of the face."
For more information about JUVEDERM(R) dermal fillers see http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=176
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Society More Open Than Ever About Cosmetic Surgery
CHICAGO, Jan. 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Cosmetic surgery is everywhere these days: TV, magazines, the Internet and more. And according to new data, society is indeed more comfortable talking about cosmetic surgery than ever before.
In a survey released today by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 71 percent of respondents think society is less judgmental about cosmetic surgery than it was just five years ago. Furthermore, about 62 percent said society's attitude toward cosmetic surgery made them feel more comfortable about getting a procedure.
"This is a confirmation of what many of us have felt for a long time – that cosmetic surgery has become mainstream," said Dr. Mark Berman, AACS President-Elect. "A variety of factors have contributed to the normalization of our industry, but the bottom line is that people are not afraid to talk openly about cosmetic surgery anymore."
According to the survey, the most accepted invasive procedures are breast augmentation (42.4%), facelift (32.2%) and tummy tuck (32.1%). Among non-invasive procedures, the most accepted are laser hair removal (61.9%) and Botox (61.6%). Additionally, 52 percent of respondents said they would tell family about having invasive cosmetic surgery.
About 20 percent said they would consider getting cosmetic surgery in the future, while about 22 percent were unsure if they would. Respondents under the age of 40 were nearly twice as likely to consider having a procedure in the future.
"It's been a long road but thanks to the hard work of so many, cosmetic surgery is rightfully gaining acceptance in our society," said Dr. Patrick McMenamin, AACS President. "We've reached a point where people are no longer quiet about having a cosmetic procedure and that is important to all of us."
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery is a professional medical society whose members are dedicated to patient safety and physician education in cosmetic surgery. Most members of the AACS are dermatologic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, head and neck surgeons, general surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons – all of whom specialize in cosmetic surgery. AACS is an organization that represents all cosmetic surgeons in the American Medical Association through its seat in the AMA House of Delegates.
SOURCE American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
In a survey released today by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 71 percent of respondents think society is less judgmental about cosmetic surgery than it was just five years ago. Furthermore, about 62 percent said society's attitude toward cosmetic surgery made them feel more comfortable about getting a procedure.
"This is a confirmation of what many of us have felt for a long time – that cosmetic surgery has become mainstream," said Dr. Mark Berman, AACS President-Elect. "A variety of factors have contributed to the normalization of our industry, but the bottom line is that people are not afraid to talk openly about cosmetic surgery anymore."
According to the survey, the most accepted invasive procedures are breast augmentation (42.4%), facelift (32.2%) and tummy tuck (32.1%). Among non-invasive procedures, the most accepted are laser hair removal (61.9%) and Botox (61.6%). Additionally, 52 percent of respondents said they would tell family about having invasive cosmetic surgery.
About 20 percent said they would consider getting cosmetic surgery in the future, while about 22 percent were unsure if they would. Respondents under the age of 40 were nearly twice as likely to consider having a procedure in the future.
"It's been a long road but thanks to the hard work of so many, cosmetic surgery is rightfully gaining acceptance in our society," said Dr. Patrick McMenamin, AACS President. "We've reached a point where people are no longer quiet about having a cosmetic procedure and that is important to all of us."
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery is a professional medical society whose members are dedicated to patient safety and physician education in cosmetic surgery. Most members of the AACS are dermatologic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, head and neck surgeons, general surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons – all of whom specialize in cosmetic surgery. AACS is an organization that represents all cosmetic surgeons in the American Medical Association through its seat in the AMA House of Delegates.
SOURCE American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Increase in Botox Sales May be an Indication of Economic Faith
(Phoenix, AZ) – In fourth quarter 2009 Derma Health Institute saw a significant increase in injectables like Botox and Dysport as well as facial fillers like Juvederm and Perlane. A recent survey conducted by MEDACorp uncovered similar results, reporting these procedures had increased nationwide for the first time since the economic downturn began in 2007. Findings like this may indicate consumers are beginning to feel a sense of economic optimism.
“Last year our Botox and Dysport business increased by 115% and our Juvederm and Perlane business increased 89%,” said Trish Gulbranson, Derma Health Institute owner. “This is a positive sign that patients feel like the market is starting to turn around.”
In this economic climate companies like Allergan, the maker of Botox, have also increased their customer service programs. They recently started a promotion called Brilliant Distinctions, which encourages customers to sign up for an email list and get up to $50 in credit towards their first Botox visit at Derma Health Institute. Patients then receive emails every 4-6 months reminding them to make their next Botox appointment. According to Gulbranson customers absolutely love this VIP service.
“The nice thing about Botox and Juvederm is that they’re a quick fix, minimally invasive and provide instant results. We’ve seen a decrease in the cost of both these products in the last few years. An average woman can get Botox for about $250 and get rid of that ‘angry line’ between their eyes. Juvederm treatments have also decreased in cost to from $600 a syringe to $399. With these, patients come out looking years younger, rejuvenated and relaxed.”
Derma Health Institute has earned the highest certification level awarded by Allergan, Black Diamond. As one of the largest providers of Botox and Juvederm in the nation, they have an immense amount of experience and results with these procedures.
For more information on Botox, Juvederm or other filler options, contact Derma Health Institute in Mesa/Gilbert at (480) 539-0777, Chandler/Tempe at (480) 730-9000, Ahwatukee/Phoenix at (480) 460-1505 or Paradise Valley/Scottsdale at (480) 991-7900.
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“Last year our Botox and Dysport business increased by 115% and our Juvederm and Perlane business increased 89%,” said Trish Gulbranson, Derma Health Institute owner. “This is a positive sign that patients feel like the market is starting to turn around.”
In this economic climate companies like Allergan, the maker of Botox, have also increased their customer service programs. They recently started a promotion called Brilliant Distinctions, which encourages customers to sign up for an email list and get up to $50 in credit towards their first Botox visit at Derma Health Institute. Patients then receive emails every 4-6 months reminding them to make their next Botox appointment. According to Gulbranson customers absolutely love this VIP service.
“The nice thing about Botox and Juvederm is that they’re a quick fix, minimally invasive and provide instant results. We’ve seen a decrease in the cost of both these products in the last few years. An average woman can get Botox for about $250 and get rid of that ‘angry line’ between their eyes. Juvederm treatments have also decreased in cost to from $600 a syringe to $399. With these, patients come out looking years younger, rejuvenated and relaxed.”
Derma Health Institute has earned the highest certification level awarded by Allergan, Black Diamond. As one of the largest providers of Botox and Juvederm in the nation, they have an immense amount of experience and results with these procedures.
For more information on Botox, Juvederm or other filler options, contact Derma Health Institute in Mesa/Gilbert at (480) 539-0777, Chandler/Tempe at (480) 730-9000, Ahwatukee/Phoenix at (480) 460-1505 or Paradise Valley/Scottsdale at (480) 991-7900.
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Free $100 Gift Certificate Towards Three Laser Treatments
That's right! This month only, get a FREE $100 Gift Certificate towards any laser package of three or more treatments!
Choose from any one of these treatments:
Laser Hair Removal
Titan Skin Tightening
Laser Genesis
Photofacial
Laser Vein Removal
VelaShape Cellulite Removal
Click here to download and print your free certificate. Offer expires 1/31/10.
Choose from any one of these treatments:
Laser Hair Removal
Titan Skin Tightening
Laser Genesis
Photofacial
Laser Vein Removal
VelaShape Cellulite Removal
Click here to download and print your free certificate. Offer expires 1/31/10.
10,000 Pounds Lost in the Valley With HCG Diet at Derma Health
(Phoenix , AZ ) – Derma Health Institute is helping the Valley look great and slim down in 2010 with the popular hCG Ultimate Fat Burning Diet.
In 2009 Derma Health Institute helped 357 hCG patients lose at an average 28.8 pounds for a combined total of 10,281 pounds. Most patients lost their weight in about 30 days. hCG has become a popular and fast way to lose weight. This diet involves using a natural hormone called hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, to assist weight loss. It is the hormone that increases significantly during pregnancy, and helps to support the growing baby in its early stages, although it is a natural hormone that is found in both men and women. One of the functions of this hormone is to stimulate the body to mobilize and burn extra fat cells for energy. In the weight loss program, a very small amount is used and is taken in conjunction with a very low calorie diet.
Derma Health Institute wants to help dieters understand this program through free informational seminars at all four Valley locations. Click here for a list of FREE seminar dates to find out more.
“This diet has many years of research behind it and under the supervision of a doctor it is safe and attainable and you can keep the weight off with some nutritional guidance. For most patients losing a ½ pound to a pound a week is defeating and this quick boost you get from the hCG diet gives patients what they need to have the motivation to keep going," said Trish Gulbranson, owner of Derma Health Institute. “We have seen amazing results in the past year.”
Just in time for New Years Resolutions, Derma Health Institute is offering the diet for a limited time at only $599 and those who sign up will receive a $300 towards a laser service. Attend a free seminar to learn more about the hCG Diet this January and you will also receive a $25 coupon off the diet plan. Refreshments will be served and there is no cost to attend. For more information on the diet or the seminars, call (480) 539-0777 Mesa/Gilbert, (480) 730-9000 Chandler/Tempe, (480) 460-1505 Ahwatukee/Phoenix or (480) 991-7900 Paradise Valley/Scottsdale, or go to http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/ .
In 2009 Derma Health Institute helped 357 hCG patients lose at an average 28.8 pounds for a combined total of 10,281 pounds. Most patients lost their weight in about 30 days. hCG has become a popular and fast way to lose weight. This diet involves using a natural hormone called hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, to assist weight loss. It is the hormone that increases significantly during pregnancy, and helps to support the growing baby in its early stages, although it is a natural hormone that is found in both men and women. One of the functions of this hormone is to stimulate the body to mobilize and burn extra fat cells for energy. In the weight loss program, a very small amount is used and is taken in conjunction with a very low calorie diet.
Derma Health Institute wants to help dieters understand this program through free informational seminars at all four Valley locations. Click here for a list of FREE seminar dates to find out more.
“This diet has many years of research behind it and under the supervision of a doctor it is safe and attainable and you can keep the weight off with some nutritional guidance. For most patients losing a ½ pound to a pound a week is defeating and this quick boost you get from the hCG diet gives patients what they need to have the motivation to keep going," said Trish Gulbranson, owner of Derma Health Institute. “We have seen amazing results in the past year.”
Just in time for New Years Resolutions, Derma Health Institute is offering the diet for a limited time at only $599 and those who sign up will receive a $300 towards a laser service. Attend a free seminar to learn more about the hCG Diet this January and you will also receive a $25 coupon off the diet plan. Refreshments will be served and there is no cost to attend. For more information on the diet or the seminars, call (480) 539-0777 Mesa/Gilbert, (480) 730-9000 Chandler/Tempe, (480) 460-1505 Ahwatukee/Phoenix or (480) 991-7900 Paradise Valley/Scottsdale, or go to http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/ .
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