WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennials and Gen Xers can be eloquent in 140 characters or less, but in the doctor's office women of this generation edit themselves about sexual health information that can guide recommendations for everything from cervical cancer screening to contraception. In a survey conducted by Opinion Research Corporation, less than one in four women between ages 18 and 34 with a regular health care provider has initiated a conversation about her sexual health, and of those who had a conversation, four in ten weren't too comfortable about it.
This counterintuitive behavior, from the generation that has led society into a new world of personal disclosure and information sharing and will continue to do so using social networks as they age, spurred Merck to develop a way to help. It's called Healthy Communication, and it is a resource-rich online kiosk, which can be found on iVillage.com/health, that provides women with practical information about initiating productive discussions about sexual health during their annual health examinations.
Roshini Raj, MD, the noted women's health expert and co-author of the new book What the Yuck?: The Freaky & Fabulous Truth About Your Body, says this communications gap may be affecting women's health. Women who withhold information due to shyness or discomfort may end up mismatched by their doctors with birth control or other reproductive health information that doesn't suit their lifestyles.
"An average gynecological annual exam lasts just 15 minutes, so women need to overcome their reticence and maximize that time," said Dr. Raj. "Sharing sexual lifestyle information with their physicians is not comfortable for many women and the resources at www.iVillage.com/health can help make it easier to have those conversations."
Resources on the site include Digital Native-appropriate tools like regular articles by Dr. Raj and interactive tools to improve the quality of health conversations in the doctor's office.
Survey findings:
Only 13 percent of women who have used birth control or are considering birth control share details of their sexual health with their health care provider;
Less-than one-third of women are extremely satisfied with the discussions they have with health care providers during their visits, and with their overall relationship with their health care provider; Among women who had used or considered using birth control, almost one out of four report negative feelings associated with discussing sexual health with their health care provider including embarrassment, unease and bashfulness.
"We know that women often turn to the Web when they have health questions that concern themselves and their families," said Jennifer Barrett, iVillage Health Editor. "iVillage Health was developed as a resource to empower women to become more informed and prepared patients."
About the survey
The Healthy Communication survey identified the type of relationship women 18 to 34 years of age have with their health care provider and the quality of their experiences with birth control. A total of 370 women between the ages of 18 and 34 participated in the online survey, which aimed to identify the type of relationship women have with their health care provider.
The survey was commissioned in 2009 by Opinion Research Corporation, on behalf of Schering Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. Respondents were from online panel sources in the United States.
About Merck
Today's Merck is a global healthcare leader working to help the world be well. Merck is known as MSD outside the United States and Canada. Through our prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and consumer care and animal health products, we work with customers and operate in more than 140 countries to deliver innovative health solutions. We also demonstrate our commitment to increasing access to healthcare through far-reaching policies, programs and partnerships. For more information, visit www.merck.com.
About iVillage
iVillage is the largest content-driven community for women online reaching 30 + million unique visitors per month (comScore July 2010). With over four million plus conversations annually and thousands of specific brands talked about weekly, iVillage is at the center of her digital routine. Everyday women come to iVillage to connect, share advice, find life tools and engage in conversations that matter most to them in areas of Pregnancy & Parenting, Health, Food, Entertainment and Beauty & Style. Additional businesses and brand extensions within iVillage include iVillage UK, NBC Digital Health Network, Astrology.com and GardenWeb. iVillage Inc., is based in New York City, and is part of the NBC Universal Women & Lifestyle Entertainment Networks Group.
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Popular hCG Diet Safe Only When Medically Supervised
(Phoenix, AZ) – The hCG Ultimate Fat Burning Diet has received significant publicity based on impressive weight-loss results. However, this diet is extremely sensitive and must be monitored by a medical professional to assure desired results are achieved.
“Many unqualified businesses and on-line companies have recently advertised their version of the hCG diet,” said Dr. Ann Watwood, Medical Director at Derma Health Institute of Ahwatukee. “It’s important for consumers to realize this is a specialized program that requires the close supervision of a doctor. At Derma Health Institute, patients are seen weekly to ensure they’re achieving a positive outcome without medical complications.”
The Ultimate Fat Burning Diet involves the hormone hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, to assist in weight loss. This natural hormone is found in both men and women and increases significantly during the early stages of pregnancy. Clinically, it has been shown that using this hormone in combination with a very specific low calorie diet will stimulate the body to mobilize and burn extra fat cells for energy.
When administered properly, patients can see a weight loss average of 10-25 pounds over the three week hCG program. When used incorrectly, consumers reported feeling faint and weak, dizziness, extreme hunger attributed to improper hormone administration and no weight loss at all.
“This type of extreme diet can be dangerous if a patient is not correctly monitored,” Watwood added. “At Derma Health Institute, blood samples are taken before the diet begins to confirm there are no underlying health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism or issues with kidneys or liver that could adversely affect the patients overall health. Patients are then monitored by physicians in weekly meeting to ensure that there are no complications that could affect their health or success on the diet."
Consumers need to remember it’s illegal to purchase any drug without a prescription from a licensed practitioner and medications sold in other countries are not held to the same safety standards of those sold in the United States. Therefore, there is nothing in place to confirm a substance ordered on-line is really hCG.
For more information on the hCG diet contact Derma Health Institute at (480) 539-0777 Mesa/Gilbert, (480) 730-9000 Chandler/Tempe, (480) 460-1505 Ahwatukee/Phoenix or (480) 991-7900 Paradise Valley/Scottsdale.
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“Many unqualified businesses and on-line companies have recently advertised their version of the hCG diet,” said Dr. Ann Watwood, Medical Director at Derma Health Institute of Ahwatukee. “It’s important for consumers to realize this is a specialized program that requires the close supervision of a doctor. At Derma Health Institute, patients are seen weekly to ensure they’re achieving a positive outcome without medical complications.”
The Ultimate Fat Burning Diet involves the hormone hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, to assist in weight loss. This natural hormone is found in both men and women and increases significantly during the early stages of pregnancy. Clinically, it has been shown that using this hormone in combination with a very specific low calorie diet will stimulate the body to mobilize and burn extra fat cells for energy.
When administered properly, patients can see a weight loss average of 10-25 pounds over the three week hCG program. When used incorrectly, consumers reported feeling faint and weak, dizziness, extreme hunger attributed to improper hormone administration and no weight loss at all.
“This type of extreme diet can be dangerous if a patient is not correctly monitored,” Watwood added. “At Derma Health Institute, blood samples are taken before the diet begins to confirm there are no underlying health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism or issues with kidneys or liver that could adversely affect the patients overall health. Patients are then monitored by physicians in weekly meeting to ensure that there are no complications that could affect their health or success on the diet."
Consumers need to remember it’s illegal to purchase any drug without a prescription from a licensed practitioner and medications sold in other countries are not held to the same safety standards of those sold in the United States. Therefore, there is nothing in place to confirm a substance ordered on-line is really hCG.
For more information on the hCG diet contact Derma Health Institute at (480) 539-0777 Mesa/Gilbert, (480) 730-9000 Chandler/Tempe, (480) 460-1505 Ahwatukee/Phoenix or (480) 991-7900 Paradise Valley/Scottsdale.
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Early Detection of Melanoma is Vital For Beating Disease
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On television's popular "Grey's Anatomy," Dr. Izzie Stevens faces a grim diagnosis: stage IV metastatic melanoma. As the drama unfolds, viewers get a glimpse at why patients with the deadliest form of skin cancer -- in the most advanced stage of diagnosis -- face a mere 10-month median survival rate. In real life, this type of prognosis is devastating and leaves melanoma patients with few options for beating this disease that claims the life of one American almost every hour (every 62 minutes). But dermatologists agree that when melanoma is diagnosed in its earliest, most treatable stages, time is on your side.
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Dermatologist Gary S. Rogers, MD, FAAD, professor of dermatology and surgery at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, and dermatologist Jason K. Rivers, MD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, reviewed the most common treatments for the different stages of melanoma and offered suggestions for melanoma patients aiming for their five-year survival mark.
Melanoma Treatments Vary Depending on Stage
When detected in its earliest stages (stage 0 - stage I), melanoma is highly curable. In fact, the American Cancer Society estimates that the average five-year survival rate for individuals whose melanoma is localized and has not spread beyond the outer layers of the skin is 99 percent. Dr. Rogers explained that for patients diagnosed with a stage 0 or stage I melanoma, a routine, typically office-based surgical procedure to remove the tumor and a margin of normal-looking skin around it is performed and neither chemotherapy nor radiation is required.
In special circumstances where a melanoma occurs on a cosmetically or functionally critical site, such as the lip, nose, eyelid or finger, Dr. Rogers noted that a new technology based on a variation of Mohs surgery is being used successfully. The procedure uses an anti-melanoma targeted antibody known as MART-1 (Melanoma Antigen Recognized by T cells), which improves the speed and accuracy of the procedure. The technique allows the surgeon to microscopically identify and remove the melanoma cells with minimal sacrifice of healthy tissues in real-time (16-20 minutes). The ability to successfully resect (or surgically remove) the cancer with potentially an 1/8 inch margin rather than an inch margin is critical when working on delicate structures such as an eyelid, said Rogers.
For stage II melanomas, surgery is performed to remove the tumor and surrounding tissue. In addition, the dermatologic surgeon often tests the lymph nodes to determine if the cancer has spread. If the melanoma is going to spread, Dr. Rogers noted that 57 percent of the time the first place the cancer goes is to the local draining lymph nodes. A procedure known as a sentinel lymph node biopsy tests the first lymph nodes into which the melanoma drains. If the lymph nodes are free of cancer cells, then the melanoma is considered in stage II with an average five-year survival rate of 70 percent. In this stage, Dr. Rogers explained that interferon may be given as an adjuvant (or drug-enhancing agent) to boost the patient's immune system.
However, if the lymph nodes are determined to be involved, then the melanoma is classified as stage III. In this stage, the cancer has spread to one or more nearby lymph nodes and the average five-year survival rate drops to 50 percent or less. Once a melanoma has spread beyond the skin growth, a more extensive treatment plan -- which may include surgical removal of the tumor with wide margins, usually including the affected regional lymph nodes; chemotherapy; immunotherapy or radiation therapy -- is often indicated.
When the tumor has spread to a distant site, such as the lung, brain or other organ, this is considered a stage IV melanoma with an average survival rate of only 10 months. One drug being used to treat patients with advanced melanoma is known as dacarbazine or DTIC. However, the remission rate with this drug is only 10 percent.
"No studies to date show that chemotherapy or any treatment regimens are effective when melanoma has spread to other organs," said Dr. Rogers. "The silver lining is that given the explosion in our understanding of the molecular biology of melanoma, there are a number of drugs and therapies in the pipeline that are being studied to treat the more advanced stage melanomas."
One potential therapy involves targeting specific drugs to specific genes that are known to go awry in the development of melanoma. There are multiple genes involved in melanoma progression from local tumor to disseminated disease. And, on a molecular level, there are many differences between melanomas that form in chronically sun-exposed areas versus areas of the body that are not sun-exposed, such as the soles or palms. The goal is to find a drug that will target a specific type of gene defect responsible for certain types of melanoma. "Just as one shoe does not fit all sizes, we are on the verge of being able to tailor therapy to a particular patient," added Dr. Rogers.
Clinical trials also are underway to test a vaccine known as the MAGE-A (melanoma antigen - family A) vaccine that would be used as an adjuvant to treat certain types of stage III and IV melanoma. MAGE is an antigen that exists in every cell in the body, but it is not expressed (or made apparent as an observable inherited characteristic) except in cancer. The gene that produces the MAGE protein lies dormant but becomes activated on the surface of melanoma cells and other cancers. Now, this vaccine is being tested to target cells that express or produce inherited characteristics of the MAGE antigen. Dr. Rogers estimated that 60 to 70 percent of melanoma patients express the MAGE antigen, and he believes the vaccine could hold tremendous promise in treating more advanced melanomas in the future.
Tips for Melanoma Survivors: Remain Vigilant
Individuals diagnosed with melanoma are at risk for developing another melanoma and other types of cancer. Dr. Rivers explained that melanoma patients, especially those with atypical moles, are at increased risk for melanoma of the eyes. He reported that studies also show that melanoma seems to increase the likelihood of contracting breast cancer and possibly some lymphomas. In families where more than one family member has melanoma, Dr. Rivers said these patients also are at increased risk for developing pancreatic cancer.
"Once a patient is diagnosed with melanoma, he or she should be checked by a dermatologist as often as every three months to once a year, depending on the individual's prognosis," said Dr. Rivers. "The most important factor in beating melanoma and improving survival rates is increased public awareness, as this has been shown to save lives by identifying melanoma at an early, curable stage."
In his practice, Dr. Rogers offers tips for melanoma survivors that he personally believes are good for their overall health. These include:
Eating foods rich in anti-oxidants, such as legumes, kale, green leafy vegetables, carrots, fish (especially salmon), fruits, whole grains, and flax seed.
Taking recommended daily doses of anti-oxidant supplements, including beta carotene, selenium, vitamin C, vitamin E and fish oils (also known as EPA).
Drink one to two glasses of red wine a day. Resveratrol, a polyphenol found in the skins of grapes (part of the plant's immune system), has potent anti-cancer properties and becomes concentrated in red wine during the fermentation process.
Avoiding other forms of alcohol other than red wine, as alcohol in general is detrimental to a person's health in many ways and suppresses the immune system.
"I always tell my melanoma patients to remain hopeful and vigilant, and see your dermatologist regularly," added Dr. Rogers. "Even if you beat melanoma once, you have an increased risk of getting another one in the future. With melanoma, you can never let your guard down."
Visit www.melanomamonday.org to find out how to perform a skin self-exam, download a body mole map to track changes in your skin and find free skin cancer screenings in your area. For more information on skin cancer, go to the "SkinCancerNet" section of www.skincarephysicians.com, a Web site developed by dermatologists that provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and nails.
Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of more than 15,000 physicians worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails. For more information, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
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Dermatologist Gary S. Rogers, MD, FAAD, professor of dermatology and surgery at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, and dermatologist Jason K. Rivers, MD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, reviewed the most common treatments for the different stages of melanoma and offered suggestions for melanoma patients aiming for their five-year survival mark.
Melanoma Treatments Vary Depending on Stage
When detected in its earliest stages (stage 0 - stage I), melanoma is highly curable. In fact, the American Cancer Society estimates that the average five-year survival rate for individuals whose melanoma is localized and has not spread beyond the outer layers of the skin is 99 percent. Dr. Rogers explained that for patients diagnosed with a stage 0 or stage I melanoma, a routine, typically office-based surgical procedure to remove the tumor and a margin of normal-looking skin around it is performed and neither chemotherapy nor radiation is required.
In special circumstances where a melanoma occurs on a cosmetically or functionally critical site, such as the lip, nose, eyelid or finger, Dr. Rogers noted that a new technology based on a variation of Mohs surgery is being used successfully. The procedure uses an anti-melanoma targeted antibody known as MART-1 (Melanoma Antigen Recognized by T cells), which improves the speed and accuracy of the procedure. The technique allows the surgeon to microscopically identify and remove the melanoma cells with minimal sacrifice of healthy tissues in real-time (16-20 minutes). The ability to successfully resect (or surgically remove) the cancer with potentially an 1/8 inch margin rather than an inch margin is critical when working on delicate structures such as an eyelid, said Rogers.
For stage II melanomas, surgery is performed to remove the tumor and surrounding tissue. In addition, the dermatologic surgeon often tests the lymph nodes to determine if the cancer has spread. If the melanoma is going to spread, Dr. Rogers noted that 57 percent of the time the first place the cancer goes is to the local draining lymph nodes. A procedure known as a sentinel lymph node biopsy tests the first lymph nodes into which the melanoma drains. If the lymph nodes are free of cancer cells, then the melanoma is considered in stage II with an average five-year survival rate of 70 percent. In this stage, Dr. Rogers explained that interferon may be given as an adjuvant (or drug-enhancing agent) to boost the patient's immune system.
However, if the lymph nodes are determined to be involved, then the melanoma is classified as stage III. In this stage, the cancer has spread to one or more nearby lymph nodes and the average five-year survival rate drops to 50 percent or less. Once a melanoma has spread beyond the skin growth, a more extensive treatment plan -- which may include surgical removal of the tumor with wide margins, usually including the affected regional lymph nodes; chemotherapy; immunotherapy or radiation therapy -- is often indicated.
When the tumor has spread to a distant site, such as the lung, brain or other organ, this is considered a stage IV melanoma with an average survival rate of only 10 months. One drug being used to treat patients with advanced melanoma is known as dacarbazine or DTIC. However, the remission rate with this drug is only 10 percent.
"No studies to date show that chemotherapy or any treatment regimens are effective when melanoma has spread to other organs," said Dr. Rogers. "The silver lining is that given the explosion in our understanding of the molecular biology of melanoma, there are a number of drugs and therapies in the pipeline that are being studied to treat the more advanced stage melanomas."
One potential therapy involves targeting specific drugs to specific genes that are known to go awry in the development of melanoma. There are multiple genes involved in melanoma progression from local tumor to disseminated disease. And, on a molecular level, there are many differences between melanomas that form in chronically sun-exposed areas versus areas of the body that are not sun-exposed, such as the soles or palms. The goal is to find a drug that will target a specific type of gene defect responsible for certain types of melanoma. "Just as one shoe does not fit all sizes, we are on the verge of being able to tailor therapy to a particular patient," added Dr. Rogers.
Clinical trials also are underway to test a vaccine known as the MAGE-A (melanoma antigen - family A) vaccine that would be used as an adjuvant to treat certain types of stage III and IV melanoma. MAGE is an antigen that exists in every cell in the body, but it is not expressed (or made apparent as an observable inherited characteristic) except in cancer. The gene that produces the MAGE protein lies dormant but becomes activated on the surface of melanoma cells and other cancers. Now, this vaccine is being tested to target cells that express or produce inherited characteristics of the MAGE antigen. Dr. Rogers estimated that 60 to 70 percent of melanoma patients express the MAGE antigen, and he believes the vaccine could hold tremendous promise in treating more advanced melanomas in the future.
Tips for Melanoma Survivors: Remain Vigilant
Individuals diagnosed with melanoma are at risk for developing another melanoma and other types of cancer. Dr. Rivers explained that melanoma patients, especially those with atypical moles, are at increased risk for melanoma of the eyes. He reported that studies also show that melanoma seems to increase the likelihood of contracting breast cancer and possibly some lymphomas. In families where more than one family member has melanoma, Dr. Rivers said these patients also are at increased risk for developing pancreatic cancer.
"Once a patient is diagnosed with melanoma, he or she should be checked by a dermatologist as often as every three months to once a year, depending on the individual's prognosis," said Dr. Rivers. "The most important factor in beating melanoma and improving survival rates is increased public awareness, as this has been shown to save lives by identifying melanoma at an early, curable stage."
In his practice, Dr. Rogers offers tips for melanoma survivors that he personally believes are good for their overall health. These include:
Eating foods rich in anti-oxidants, such as legumes, kale, green leafy vegetables, carrots, fish (especially salmon), fruits, whole grains, and flax seed.
Taking recommended daily doses of anti-oxidant supplements, including beta carotene, selenium, vitamin C, vitamin E and fish oils (also known as EPA).
Drink one to two glasses of red wine a day. Resveratrol, a polyphenol found in the skins of grapes (part of the plant's immune system), has potent anti-cancer properties and becomes concentrated in red wine during the fermentation process.
Avoiding other forms of alcohol other than red wine, as alcohol in general is detrimental to a person's health in many ways and suppresses the immune system.
"I always tell my melanoma patients to remain hopeful and vigilant, and see your dermatologist regularly," added Dr. Rogers. "Even if you beat melanoma once, you have an increased risk of getting another one in the future. With melanoma, you can never let your guard down."
Visit www.melanomamonday.org to find out how to perform a skin self-exam, download a body mole map to track changes in your skin and find free skin cancer screenings in your area. For more information on skin cancer, go to the "SkinCancerNet" section of www.skincarephysicians.com, a Web site developed by dermatologists that provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and nails.
Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of more than 15,000 physicians worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails. For more information, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
Friday, March 13, 2009
The Beauty of Botox - An Introduction
Author: Kenji Matsuhara
Injections of Botox, one of the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures on the market today, are used for the reduction or elimination of facial wrinkles caused by dynamic, or hyper-functional, muscles (muscles that get a lot of use). Those are the wrinkles that form when you contract your facial muscles to form a frown, squint, grimace, smile, or other type of expression, resulting in those tell-tale lines around your eyes, mouth, or nose, and across your forehead. Botox can be very effective in temporarily getting rid of some, but not all, of your facial wrinkles. But before we talk about which wrinkles Botox can banish, let's find out more about this popular substance.
For more information about Botox Cosmetic at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=175
How Botox Can Help?
Every year in the United States, millions of men and women undergo one or more cosmetic procedures that in some way enhance or change their appearance. From chemical peels to nose reconstruction to eyelid tucks, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and other cosmetic surgeons across the country are reshaping the way Americans look, and as a result, how they feel about themselves.
What is Botox?
Quite simply, Botox is a type of toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. If you're thinking that someÂthing sounds familiar about this substance, that's because this bacterium is the same one that causes botulism, or food poisoning. It's also the same bacterium that some countries stockpile as a bacterial weapon. You might be wondering if this is a substance you would want injected into your face.
Thanks to the wonders of medical technology, injecting Botox into the face isn't only possible, it's being done thousands of times a day, and safely. In the late 1970s, scientists discovered that botulinum toxin, when it was diluted to a great degree, had some very positive characteristics, properÂties that could bring significant relief to thousands of people who had specific neuromuscular problems throughout the body. And after years of science and serendipity, experts discovered that botulinum toxin A (the bacterium has eight different toxins, or serotypes, each named for a letter of the alphabet) has cosmetic uses as well, especially when it comes to getting rid of wrinkles in the upper third of the facethat is, along the forehead and at the outer corners of the eyes. If you're familiar with the concept of homeopathy, you'll see a similarity with Botox.
In homeopathy, a substance sometimes one that is poisonous when taken at regular strength, such as arsenicis diluted to such a tremendous deÂgree that when it is finally ingested, it is completely safe. Botaulinum toxin is extremely potent, but Botox injections contain a greatly diluted form of the toxin, rendering the inÂjection safe yet effective.
The Desire to Look Young
Own up to it: you may believe the old adage that wrinkles add character to a face . . . but you don't want it to be your face, at least not just now when you're thirty or forty or fifty. You want to look as young as you feel. And why shouldn't you?
The desire to look young and beautiful is far from new. Since ancient times, both men and women have searched for ways and concocted formulas to look more youthful. Eye and face cosmetics were used by the ancient Egyptians, the most famous of whom is Cleopatra, who was known to use lactic acid to peel her skin to look more beautiful. Archaeologists have found formulas, written on papyrus, that explain how to prepare mixtures of plants and honey for women to use as facials. Archaeological digs have also uncovered many conÂtainers that once held green malachite, black antimony powder, and lead sulfide, all types of minerals that were ground up and used as cosmetics.Ancient people even performed crude cosmetic procedures to improvein their opinionpeople's appearance.
In western Russia, for example, a broad, flat nose was considered beautiful, so parents would bind the nose of a child to achieve this result. Because the Chinese believed that dainty feet were a sign of wealth and beauty, the practice of binding the feet of girls to prevent foot growth existed for thousands of years. Among some African tribes, an elongated neck is considered a thing of beauty, so some women keep adding rings around their necks to gradually stretch it to a desirable length.Modern-Day Cosmetic ProceduresAs we've seen, there have always been people who are willing to undergo different procedures or use various products to help them look young and beautiful. Apparently many people still feel similarly. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 623,588 Botox procedures were performed in 1999, two years before the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) even approved Botox injections for cosmetic use. These procedures, which were done to reduce or eliminate wrinkles on various sites on the face and neck, are known as "off-label" uses (once a drug has been approved for one use, it can legally and ethically be used for other purposes, at the discretion of the practitioner). Botox has been approved for various medical (that is, noncosmetic) uses since 1989. And its off-label uses for cosmetic purposes continue to grow: in 2000, the number of procedures was 730,787; in 2001, it ballooned to 913,484.FDA-Approved for Cosmetic UseWith the new FDA approval of Botox on April 15, 2002, for removal of frown lines also known as glabellar lines on the forehead, experts believe the number of procedures will greatly surpass the million mark. Right now, only one other cosmetic procedure chemical peel performed more often: more than two million people undergo them each year. And some combine a chemical peel with Botox injections to get rid of wrinkles and improve skin texture. It's important to note that the only cosmetic use the FDA has approved Botox for is the removal of glabellar lines. However, doctors have been using Botox for cosmetic reasons in this and other areas of the face for about ten years. Some of the wrinkle sites, like smile lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth and down the sides of the mouth, do not respond as well to Botox because the facial lines that form there are not as strongly muscle-driven as those in the other regions. However, Botox can be used along with other cosmetic procedures to get the look you desire.
But overall, the risks of Botox, when administered by a knowledgeable professional, have been very low. And this safety factor has fueled a growing interest in Botox among people of all ages.Botox injections have become all the rage, and not just among aging baby boomers. Approximately 17 percent of the people who underwent Botox injections in 2000 were beÂtween the ages of nineteen and thirty-four, hardly an agegroup one usually associates with bothersome wrinkles and aging skin problems. By far the largest percentage of Botox users was the 35 to 50 age group, at 41 percent. Those in the 51 to 64 age group counted for 29 percent, with men and women 65-plus rounding out the total at 13 percent.As of spring 2001, about 12 percent of those getting Botox injections were men. And the number of men seeking Botox injections is expected to grow. Botox is an easy, convenient way to accomplish the look they want. And it's not just actors, jet-setters, and chief executive ofÂficers who are lining up for their injections. Even construction workers, police officers, social workers, and others from all walks of life are looking to get rid of their wrinkles.Why is everyone doing it? You may want to look younger to help advance your career. For some industry, pleasant looking is a must, and you'd better look young and vital to stay in the game.
For more information about Botox Cosmetic at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=175
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Injections of Botox, one of the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures on the market today, are used for the reduction or elimination of facial wrinkles caused by dynamic, or hyper-functional, muscles (muscles that get a lot of use). Those are the wrinkles that form when you contract your facial muscles to form a frown, squint, grimace, smile, or other type of expression, resulting in those tell-tale lines around your eyes, mouth, or nose, and across your forehead. Botox can be very effective in temporarily getting rid of some, but not all, of your facial wrinkles. But before we talk about which wrinkles Botox can banish, let's find out more about this popular substance.
For more information about Botox Cosmetic at Derma Health Institute, go to:
http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=175
How Botox Can Help?
Every year in the United States, millions of men and women undergo one or more cosmetic procedures that in some way enhance or change their appearance. From chemical peels to nose reconstruction to eyelid tucks, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and other cosmetic surgeons across the country are reshaping the way Americans look, and as a result, how they feel about themselves.
What is Botox?
Quite simply, Botox is a type of toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. If you're thinking that someÂthing sounds familiar about this substance, that's because this bacterium is the same one that causes botulism, or food poisoning. It's also the same bacterium that some countries stockpile as a bacterial weapon. You might be wondering if this is a substance you would want injected into your face.
Thanks to the wonders of medical technology, injecting Botox into the face isn't only possible, it's being done thousands of times a day, and safely. In the late 1970s, scientists discovered that botulinum toxin, when it was diluted to a great degree, had some very positive characteristics, properÂties that could bring significant relief to thousands of people who had specific neuromuscular problems throughout the body. And after years of science and serendipity, experts discovered that botulinum toxin A (the bacterium has eight different toxins, or serotypes, each named for a letter of the alphabet) has cosmetic uses as well, especially when it comes to getting rid of wrinkles in the upper third of the facethat is, along the forehead and at the outer corners of the eyes. If you're familiar with the concept of homeopathy, you'll see a similarity with Botox.
In homeopathy, a substance sometimes one that is poisonous when taken at regular strength, such as arsenicis diluted to such a tremendous deÂgree that when it is finally ingested, it is completely safe. Botaulinum toxin is extremely potent, but Botox injections contain a greatly diluted form of the toxin, rendering the inÂjection safe yet effective.
The Desire to Look Young
Own up to it: you may believe the old adage that wrinkles add character to a face . . . but you don't want it to be your face, at least not just now when you're thirty or forty or fifty. You want to look as young as you feel. And why shouldn't you?
The desire to look young and beautiful is far from new. Since ancient times, both men and women have searched for ways and concocted formulas to look more youthful. Eye and face cosmetics were used by the ancient Egyptians, the most famous of whom is Cleopatra, who was known to use lactic acid to peel her skin to look more beautiful. Archaeologists have found formulas, written on papyrus, that explain how to prepare mixtures of plants and honey for women to use as facials. Archaeological digs have also uncovered many conÂtainers that once held green malachite, black antimony powder, and lead sulfide, all types of minerals that were ground up and used as cosmetics.Ancient people even performed crude cosmetic procedures to improvein their opinionpeople's appearance.
In western Russia, for example, a broad, flat nose was considered beautiful, so parents would bind the nose of a child to achieve this result. Because the Chinese believed that dainty feet were a sign of wealth and beauty, the practice of binding the feet of girls to prevent foot growth existed for thousands of years. Among some African tribes, an elongated neck is considered a thing of beauty, so some women keep adding rings around their necks to gradually stretch it to a desirable length.Modern-Day Cosmetic ProceduresAs we've seen, there have always been people who are willing to undergo different procedures or use various products to help them look young and beautiful. Apparently many people still feel similarly. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 623,588 Botox procedures were performed in 1999, two years before the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) even approved Botox injections for cosmetic use. These procedures, which were done to reduce or eliminate wrinkles on various sites on the face and neck, are known as "off-label" uses (once a drug has been approved for one use, it can legally and ethically be used for other purposes, at the discretion of the practitioner). Botox has been approved for various medical (that is, noncosmetic) uses since 1989. And its off-label uses for cosmetic purposes continue to grow: in 2000, the number of procedures was 730,787; in 2001, it ballooned to 913,484.FDA-Approved for Cosmetic UseWith the new FDA approval of Botox on April 15, 2002, for removal of frown lines also known as glabellar lines on the forehead, experts believe the number of procedures will greatly surpass the million mark. Right now, only one other cosmetic procedure chemical peel performed more often: more than two million people undergo them each year. And some combine a chemical peel with Botox injections to get rid of wrinkles and improve skin texture. It's important to note that the only cosmetic use the FDA has approved Botox for is the removal of glabellar lines. However, doctors have been using Botox for cosmetic reasons in this and other areas of the face for about ten years. Some of the wrinkle sites, like smile lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth and down the sides of the mouth, do not respond as well to Botox because the facial lines that form there are not as strongly muscle-driven as those in the other regions. However, Botox can be used along with other cosmetic procedures to get the look you desire.
But overall, the risks of Botox, when administered by a knowledgeable professional, have been very low. And this safety factor has fueled a growing interest in Botox among people of all ages.Botox injections have become all the rage, and not just among aging baby boomers. Approximately 17 percent of the people who underwent Botox injections in 2000 were beÂtween the ages of nineteen and thirty-four, hardly an agegroup one usually associates with bothersome wrinkles and aging skin problems. By far the largest percentage of Botox users was the 35 to 50 age group, at 41 percent. Those in the 51 to 64 age group counted for 29 percent, with men and women 65-plus rounding out the total at 13 percent.As of spring 2001, about 12 percent of those getting Botox injections were men. And the number of men seeking Botox injections is expected to grow. Botox is an easy, convenient way to accomplish the look they want. And it's not just actors, jet-setters, and chief executive ofÂficers who are lining up for their injections. Even construction workers, police officers, social workers, and others from all walks of life are looking to get rid of their wrinkles.Why is everyone doing it? You may want to look younger to help advance your career. For some industry, pleasant looking is a must, and you'd better look young and vital to stay in the game.
For more information about Botox Cosmetic at Derma Health Institute, go to:
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Thursday, March 5, 2009
Food Allergies Sensitivity Testing: Why You Can't Lose Weight
Think you don’t have any food sensitivities? Think again… Food allergies are more widely spread than most of us know. When most people think of food allergies, they think of hives, a swollen throat, difficulty breathing, etc. What you don't know about food allergies/sensitivities is that a large portion of the public has them.
The increasing prevalence of food intolerance is causing vast numbers of biological malfunctions that result in internal disturbances such as inappropriate fat storage, inefficient use of the stored fat, food cravings and water retention. Our Western lifestyle-with its highly processed foods, chemicals, pollution, stress, industrialization and social structure triggers many of these intolerances.
Food allergies and intolerances (sensitivities) occur when your body reacts to certain foods. Basically, once the food is eaten, it stimulates an immune response in the gut. This response can increase levels of inflammation and excessive production of free-radicals (which destroy cells) in the body. If the food allergy/intolerance is unidentified, a person could be consuming it every day, leading to chronic activation of the immune system. The result can be major illnesses such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, dementia, and others, but many times it shows up as the inability to lose weight, a bloating sensation, a stuffy nose, or conditions that seem pretty normal and something you might never look into. Overtime, those free radicals cause issues much bigger that hopefully could be caught early on with a simple allergy test.
At Derma Health Institute we run a simple blood test to identify your food allergies/intolerances, and then we assist you in making the simplest changes in your diet. Many people start feeling and looking better and losing weight within days.
Symptoms
There are a variety of symptoms that can occur:
• Itching, hives, eczema
• Difficulty losing weight
• Acne
• Dull skin
• Asthma
• Stuffy nose
• Chronic sinusitis
• Muscles aches
• Fatigue
• Accelerated aging of skin
• Headaches
• Migraines
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
Symptoms can eventually lead to the development of even more serious disorders, such as:
• Autoimmune diseases (Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)• Fibromyalgia• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Chronic Fatigue syndrome
Common Foods
The most common food allergies are caused by nuts, eggs, milk, soy, fish/shellfish, wheat, and strawberries, but all types of foods are possible culprits.
Diagnostic Tests
The diagnostic tests used include a quick blood draw and your test results will reveal those foods that you have mild, moderate and severe reactions to.
If you want further information, check our website for upcoming free educational seminars on food allergies and hormone testing. They’re informal and fun! Each session is presented by one of our physician’s in a 45-minute format with Q&A after.
For more information, see http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com .
The increasing prevalence of food intolerance is causing vast numbers of biological malfunctions that result in internal disturbances such as inappropriate fat storage, inefficient use of the stored fat, food cravings and water retention. Our Western lifestyle-with its highly processed foods, chemicals, pollution, stress, industrialization and social structure triggers many of these intolerances.
Food allergies and intolerances (sensitivities) occur when your body reacts to certain foods. Basically, once the food is eaten, it stimulates an immune response in the gut. This response can increase levels of inflammation and excessive production of free-radicals (which destroy cells) in the body. If the food allergy/intolerance is unidentified, a person could be consuming it every day, leading to chronic activation of the immune system. The result can be major illnesses such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, dementia, and others, but many times it shows up as the inability to lose weight, a bloating sensation, a stuffy nose, or conditions that seem pretty normal and something you might never look into. Overtime, those free radicals cause issues much bigger that hopefully could be caught early on with a simple allergy test.
At Derma Health Institute we run a simple blood test to identify your food allergies/intolerances, and then we assist you in making the simplest changes in your diet. Many people start feeling and looking better and losing weight within days.
Symptoms
There are a variety of symptoms that can occur:
• Itching, hives, eczema
• Difficulty losing weight
• Acne
• Dull skin
• Asthma
• Stuffy nose
• Chronic sinusitis
• Muscles aches
• Fatigue
• Accelerated aging of skin
• Headaches
• Migraines
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
Symptoms can eventually lead to the development of even more serious disorders, such as:
• Autoimmune diseases (Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)• Fibromyalgia• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Chronic Fatigue syndrome
Common Foods
The most common food allergies are caused by nuts, eggs, milk, soy, fish/shellfish, wheat, and strawberries, but all types of foods are possible culprits.
Diagnostic Tests
The diagnostic tests used include a quick blood draw and your test results will reveal those foods that you have mild, moderate and severe reactions to.
If you want further information, check our website for upcoming free educational seminars on food allergies and hormone testing. They’re informal and fun! Each session is presented by one of our physician’s in a 45-minute format with Q&A after.
For more information, see http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com .
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Laser Hair Removal Risks: Should You be Concerned?
Author: Adam Hefner
Probably the most-common deterrent to laser hair removal is cost. The next biggest concern, however, is the question of whether there are any laser hair removal risks.
Of course, there is risk involved in any procedure where a laser is used, as a laser is a very powerful object. However, the risks involved in laser hair removal procedures are minimal, and the benefits of treatment far outweigh them.
For more information about Laser Hair Removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
Especially since laser hair removal has been an FDA-approved treatment for the permanent removal of unwanted facial and body hair since 1997, the decades during which it has existed have brought about many technological and procedural advances. It should also be noted that individuals performing laser hair removal treatments must be accredited, and there are a number of institutions throughout the country where aestheticians train to be able to perform this procedure.
The most-commonly feared risk which might deter individuals from seeking the treatment is the possibility of receiving burns to the skin. Another possible risk would be the chance that dark skin could be discolored by the technology of the laser beam. An additional risk is that one could end up with white spots where the laser has caused the pigment of the skin to disappear along with the dark material that is targeted by the laser beam. One less serious potential complication is the risk of a flare of acne. This is a highly temporary potential risk and can be easily reversed with treatment.
If you are going to a salon, a laser hair removal clinic or a doctor's office which you know and trust, whether by having gone there for other treatments in the past or from a friend's recommendation, it is highly unlikely that any permanent damage to your skin will take place. In addition, it should be noted that many practitioners carry insurance, should any unexpected accidents occur.
Now that the potential and highly-unlikely risks have been identified, it is necessary to highlight the benefits of laser hair removal, so that one can make an informed decision regarding whether or not to undergo the procedure.
Because laser hair removal is permanent, you will never again have to worry about scheduling appointments at the salon for upper lip, bikini area, and eyebrow waxes, whether far in advance or at the last minute. In addition, you will no longer have to be bothered by messy, problematic, and often ineffectual over the counter drugstore remedies.
So with what you know now about this risk of this procedure, you can now have no worry. Remember, the sooner you start, the sooner you'll be able to enjoy having soft, smooth skin for the rest of your life!
For more information about Laser Hair Removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
About the Author:
Now that you know the potential laser hair removal risks and how unlikely they are due to how long the procedure has been around and the safety measures, visit http://www.LaserHairRemoval-101.com where you'll find clinics and abundance of resources for your laser hair removal needs.
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/cosmetics-articles/laser-hair-removal-risks-what-are-they-and-should-you-be-concerned-616475.html
Probably the most-common deterrent to laser hair removal is cost. The next biggest concern, however, is the question of whether there are any laser hair removal risks.
Of course, there is risk involved in any procedure where a laser is used, as a laser is a very powerful object. However, the risks involved in laser hair removal procedures are minimal, and the benefits of treatment far outweigh them.
For more information about Laser Hair Removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
Especially since laser hair removal has been an FDA-approved treatment for the permanent removal of unwanted facial and body hair since 1997, the decades during which it has existed have brought about many technological and procedural advances. It should also be noted that individuals performing laser hair removal treatments must be accredited, and there are a number of institutions throughout the country where aestheticians train to be able to perform this procedure.
The most-commonly feared risk which might deter individuals from seeking the treatment is the possibility of receiving burns to the skin. Another possible risk would be the chance that dark skin could be discolored by the technology of the laser beam. An additional risk is that one could end up with white spots where the laser has caused the pigment of the skin to disappear along with the dark material that is targeted by the laser beam. One less serious potential complication is the risk of a flare of acne. This is a highly temporary potential risk and can be easily reversed with treatment.
If you are going to a salon, a laser hair removal clinic or a doctor's office which you know and trust, whether by having gone there for other treatments in the past or from a friend's recommendation, it is highly unlikely that any permanent damage to your skin will take place. In addition, it should be noted that many practitioners carry insurance, should any unexpected accidents occur.
Now that the potential and highly-unlikely risks have been identified, it is necessary to highlight the benefits of laser hair removal, so that one can make an informed decision regarding whether or not to undergo the procedure.
Because laser hair removal is permanent, you will never again have to worry about scheduling appointments at the salon for upper lip, bikini area, and eyebrow waxes, whether far in advance or at the last minute. In addition, you will no longer have to be bothered by messy, problematic, and often ineffectual over the counter drugstore remedies.
So with what you know now about this risk of this procedure, you can now have no worry. Remember, the sooner you start, the sooner you'll be able to enjoy having soft, smooth skin for the rest of your life!
For more information about Laser Hair Removal at Derma Health Institute, go to:http://www.dermahealthinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=171
About the Author:
Now that you know the potential laser hair removal risks and how unlikely they are due to how long the procedure has been around and the safety measures, visit http://www.LaserHairRemoval-101.com where you'll find clinics and abundance of resources for your laser hair removal needs.
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/cosmetics-articles/laser-hair-removal-risks-what-are-they-and-should-you-be-concerned-616475.html
Thursday, February 12, 2009
How Are Food Allergies Affecting You?
We have all heard the phrase “Food Allergies,” but how much do you really know what they are or how they could possibly affect you? Food allergies have become one of the most important aspects in my life, and now I feel it is my mission and responsibility to share what I know with all of my patients.
My name is Dr. Ann Watwood and this is my story:
It all began when I was 20 years old. I was a full-time college student at ASU as well as a server in a restaurant. Out of nowhere, I began dropping plates and drinks on people and was having difficult time walking. I even began to fall down stairs because my legs would just “give out.” I spent six months visiting doctors and still had no answer.
Finally, I fell down a flight of concrete stairs, split my head open, and ended up in the hospital. They could not figure out what was wrong with me, so they referred me to a neurologist. I met with him the next day and he diagnosed me after ten minutes of talking with me with a disease called Myasthenia Gravis.
Over the next two years, I progressively got worse as doctors prescribed more medications, surgeries, and other therapies. Finally, it got to the point where I was only continuing to worsen, and they wanted to do plasmapheresis -- which is like dialysis, where they sick a big tube in your chest to filter your blood three times a week. I was now 22 years old and I was going to be on disability, in a wheel chair, and have a big tube sticking out of my chest. I was sick of this, and I had enough!
My mom and I began to research alternative medical treatments when we came across Naturopathic Medicine. There was an accredited Naturopathic Medical School in AZ, and since I had graduated ASU with a pre-med (barely since I could not walk), I applied to the school and was accepted.
I spent the first three years of Naturopathic Medical School trying any treatment that might be beneficial. I had slight improvement, until I found the real answer in my third year: I had FOOD ALLERGIES.
I was allergic to gluten, corn, rice, and dairy. When I took these foods out of my diet, I had a 98% improvement in my symptoms in just two weeks! Yes, that’s right, 2 WEEKS. My husband even commented that I was like a different person. Now I work a full-time job, raise my two step-children, work out at a gym for 30–45 minutes, three times a week, and I can wear all of my favorite high heels again (yea)!
So how can something as simple as food allergies be completely overlooked by the traditional medical world? My theory is that they are used to treating the symptoms, and not the root cause. As a Naturopathic physician it is my goal to help my patients find the root cause of their health issues. No one should settle for less than feeling GREAT!
If you are interested in learning more about food allergies, click here to join me at one of my Free Seminars on food allergies at one of my three clinics.
My name is Dr. Ann Watwood and this is my story:
It all began when I was 20 years old. I was a full-time college student at ASU as well as a server in a restaurant. Out of nowhere, I began dropping plates and drinks on people and was having difficult time walking. I even began to fall down stairs because my legs would just “give out.” I spent six months visiting doctors and still had no answer.
Finally, I fell down a flight of concrete stairs, split my head open, and ended up in the hospital. They could not figure out what was wrong with me, so they referred me to a neurologist. I met with him the next day and he diagnosed me after ten minutes of talking with me with a disease called Myasthenia Gravis.
Over the next two years, I progressively got worse as doctors prescribed more medications, surgeries, and other therapies. Finally, it got to the point where I was only continuing to worsen, and they wanted to do plasmapheresis -- which is like dialysis, where they sick a big tube in your chest to filter your blood three times a week. I was now 22 years old and I was going to be on disability, in a wheel chair, and have a big tube sticking out of my chest. I was sick of this, and I had enough!
My mom and I began to research alternative medical treatments when we came across Naturopathic Medicine. There was an accredited Naturopathic Medical School in AZ, and since I had graduated ASU with a pre-med (barely since I could not walk), I applied to the school and was accepted.
I spent the first three years of Naturopathic Medical School trying any treatment that might be beneficial. I had slight improvement, until I found the real answer in my third year: I had FOOD ALLERGIES.
I was allergic to gluten, corn, rice, and dairy. When I took these foods out of my diet, I had a 98% improvement in my symptoms in just two weeks! Yes, that’s right, 2 WEEKS. My husband even commented that I was like a different person. Now I work a full-time job, raise my two step-children, work out at a gym for 30–45 minutes, three times a week, and I can wear all of my favorite high heels again (yea)!
So how can something as simple as food allergies be completely overlooked by the traditional medical world? My theory is that they are used to treating the symptoms, and not the root cause. As a Naturopathic physician it is my goal to help my patients find the root cause of their health issues. No one should settle for less than feeling GREAT!
If you are interested in learning more about food allergies, click here to join me at one of my Free Seminars on food allergies at one of my three clinics.
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