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February 28th, 2012 at 10:37 pm

YES! , it's even possible to have good skin during the winter months in Chicago. Many of us often experience chapped lips, dry hands and itchy skin this time of year. Let's take a look at the basic structure of the skin to help understand the effects of topical products on the biological function of the skin. The skin is composed of three primary layers: the epidermis, the dermis and subcutaneous tissue. Each layer possesses specific characteristics and functions; however, we will focus on the epidermis intreating dry skin, also known as xerosis. Xerosis is sometimes referred to as “winter itch” because it is worse during the winter season. The outermost layer of the epidermis, called the stratum corneum provides a barrier against water loss and also helps to absorb unwanted materials that come into contact with our skin. Dry skin is primarily characterized by lack of moisture in the stratum corneum. For the skin to appear and feel comfortable, the water content in stratum corneum must be more than 10 percent. Water,i.e. moisture, is lost when the skin barrier is disrupted by low temperatures, indoor heating, low humidity and brutal winds; especially when combined with harsh soaps and skin care products or frequent, prolonged bathing in hot water. When the skin is too dry, it may become irritated, inflamed, flaky and itchy and can even develop cracks and fissures. Fortunately, there are many ways to address the common problems associated with “winter skin”. Not only is it important to moisturize more often but choosing moisturizers with the most beneficial ingredients is key. Look for products that contain ingredients such as ceramides, which help to repair the skin's lipid barrier and hyaluronic acid, a good humectant to attract and hold moisture in the skin. One product line I carry is Donnell Dermedics a professional skincare line which offers a gentle creamy moisturizing cleanser.The products are also fragrance-free; an important factor when choosing skin carefor sensitive or dry skin as perfumes and scented products can cause irritationand further inflame the skin.  In fact, some higher end products may contain unnecessary or irritating ingredients. The most important factor is how your skin feels and looks in response to a product—not how much the product costs. Even plain olive oil can be used as a gentle and effective moisturizer.

 Chapped and cracked lips are also a common and uncomfortable condition this time of year. Again, avoid flavored and fragranced lip products which can exacerbate the problem. My favorite lip balm is actually a chinese burn ointment.It is wonderful for healing and preventing severly chapped lips. Beeswax and vitamin E are also good natural moisturizing agents. 
 Long, hot showers or baths may be tempting after an outing in Chicago winter weather; however, it's best to stick with quick bathing in lukewarm water to help prevent dryness. Moisturizing right after bathing and handwashing is especially important during the winter months.  Ultra M and a very high percentage lactic acid moisturizer are two products I dispense regularly to our clients.  Investing in a humidifier is also an excellent option for adding moisture to your home environment which in turn benefits the skin. If you sleep with a humidifier in the bedroom, keep doors closed to prevent the moist airfrom escaping the room. Alsdo make certain you change the water frequently to avoid mold spores from forming.
 
Wool clothing feels good during the winter months but be aware that wool and cashmere, is a common skin irritant that may cause redness, itching and rashes in persons with sensitive skin.  I can only wear these fabrics for short time periods fleece is a better choice if you have a sensitivity to wool.
 
Healthy lifestyle measures such as not smoking, regular exercise and good  diet & nutrition help promote good skin year around. Heart-healthy fats such as Omega 3'sfound in olive oil, walnuts and fish are also “skin-healthy” by helping to keep the skin supple from the inside out. I have discovered a fatty acid product that seems to help thicken and volumize thin fragile geriatric skin, also by Donnell.
 
Some skin regimes for acne or anti-aging may increase also increase winter dryness and irritation of the skin. Products containing retinol, glycolic or salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide may be especially drying during wintertime. However, for persons considering skin rejuvenation procedures such as laser treatments or chemical peels, winter is agood time of year due to the importance of avoiding sun exposure followingthose procedures.
Rapid changes in temperature such as we have been experiencing this winter also take a toll and are a leading cause of the skin actually breaking.

 

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February 22nd, 2012 at 11:18 pm

Last Friday, The Dr. Oz show covered one of our most valued beauty staples. He featured a woman on the show who appeared MUCH older than her true age. He had the audience guess her age. When they guessed 53 years and her true age is only 44... she accepted that she's aged well beyond her years.  

 

Dr. Oz then recommended Argireline. Argireline is a nontoxic,  protein substance which is involved with muscle contraction.

 

Known as an alternative to Botox, this needle free ingredient can be found in beauty creams all over the industry, but, according to Dr Oz,  only those carrying 5-10% will have the "Botox effect."

 

Our own MUAC Argireline cream contains 12% of the needle-free ingredient. Clinical studies show a 17% reduction in facial lines in just 15 days and a 27% reduction in 30 days. However, these clinicals were performed with a concentration of just 5% Argireline. Remember, ours comes with 12%.

 

Appropriate for both men and women, within MINUTES of applying it to your skin, you'll notice a "lifted" feeling.

 

Today, you can see for yourself and try our MUAC Argireline Cream - again with 12% potency!  I will be getting some trial sized product in for $7.99.  If you would like to try it out please let me know by Friday March 2 so I can place an order.

 

Here's more about what Argireline can do for your skin:

  • Reduce and reverse the degeneration of collagen...
  • Smooth rough skin
  • Reduces the depth of wrinkles...
  • And Minimize fine lines.

Since spring is a time of rebirth and rejuvenation this months natural product showcase highlights the beauty area.  I would also like to mention our elegance facelift product.  Containing all natural ingrediants including seaweeds,  botannicals and natural silk, this facial is used every other day to obtain a skin refining and lifting effect which is very dramatic.  It can be used for cellulite, double chins, necks, knees, stretchmarks, and hands and the cumulative effect is impressive with visible results after just one treatment.  Cost for a years supply is $79.99. 

 

I promised to speak a bit more about telomeres.  Telomeres are getting dramatic press.  They seem to predict the aging process, and Spectrocell one of our excellent labs can now test for telomeres and predict how quickly an individual is aging and make recommendations to change the paradigm in individuals who are aging.  I have complimentary brochures available in the office for whomever is interested.

 

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Yours, in health & (beauty) this week.

 

 

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February 7th, 2012 at 6:35 pm

                One more BIG case for getting checked and treated for intestinal dysbiosis!  Weight Loss! I have delayed our other calendar blog topics due to this new research!

 

 

Word to the wise: Weight loss has been a side benefit of nearly every case of intestinal dysbiosis I have ever been involved with!

If you are still struggling with your weight it may be time for this novel approach.  Please contact me for a free consultation to discuss your situation!

 

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We've heard obesity can be "spread" between friends when we copy each other's eating habits, but a new study in mice suggests obesity could actually be infectious.

That's right, infectious. As in, something you can catch.

In the study, mice engineered to have a particular immune deficiency developed fatty liver disease and got fatter when fed a Western-style diet. But strikingly, when these immune-deficient mice were put in the same cage as healthy mice, the healthy mice started to come down with symptoms of liver disease, and also got fatter.

The culprit? Microbes in the stomachs of the mice. Because the mice had their immune systems disturbed, the bacteria in their guts got "out of wack," said study researcher Richard Flavell, a professor of immunobiology at Yale School of Medicine. We normally live in symbiosis with the bacteria in our guts, but in the study, the number of "bad," disease-associated bacteria increased 1,000-fold in mice with immune problems, Flavell said.

And it's these bad bacteria that were transmitted from mouse to mouse, causing the healthy mice to also experience changes in their gut microbes -- and making them fat.

"We could make a mouse fatter just by putting it in the same cage as the other mouse," Flavell said.

The crucial question is: Could this happen in people?

It's possible, but we'll need much more research to find out, Flavell said. The contagiousness of obesity  seen in this study is probably more likely in mice than in people because mice eat each other's poop, a very efficient way to transmit gut bacteria (add this to your list of reasons not to eat poop).

At minimum, the study suggests "this should be very seriously looked at in people," Flavell said. Fatty liver disease is very common among obese people, affecting 75 percent to 100 percent of the obese population, the researchers say. In about 20 percent of these individuals, the disease progresses and becomes severe.

Previously, if two family members living in the same household both developed liver disease or became obese, people would have blamed genetics. But the new study suggests the environment may play a role as well.

If the findings apply to people, they would suggest we need to take approaches to obesity and fatty liver disease that address gut microorganisms — perhaps antibiotics or natural approaches — in addition to traditional treatments, Flavell said.

"This is a very thought-provoking study that underlines the role of the bugs that we all carry inside us in determining our susceptibility to liver disease and its complications," said Dr. Jasmohan Bajaj, an associate  professor of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Virginia Commonwealth University,  who was not involved in the study.  More work is needed in humans, who are much more complex than mice, to understand the role of gut bacteria in liver disease, but "these experiments form a key step forward," Bajaj said.

The study was published online Feb. 1 in the journal Nature.

Pass it on: Alterations in gut microbes may increase the susceptibility to obesity and fatty liver disease and also make it possible to spread these diseases, at least in mice.

 

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January 31st, 2012 at 6:15 pm

  

Well,  we're almost a month into 2012....how many health resolutions have you kept?  Here are some health resolutions that you'll want to keep for the rest of the year....seriously.
 
#1 keep resolutions easy and reasonable and so easy it is hard to break them...like the following....
 
#2 Listen to a song you love everyday.  University of Maryland medical school found major health benefits attached to listening to ONE song like....26% increase in arterial width, decreased blood pressure and increasing circulation.
 
#3 Eat only foods you LIKE...and find more of them.  Most people fail making dietary changes because they are convinced that they need to eat foods they dislike.  The right idea is to eat healthy foods you like and expand those foods. It is also important to not deprive oneself of unhealthy foods you really like but limit them to once per week.  I think dietary quality is the most important health habit ever. If you need help with this come in.
 
#4 Take some vitamin D. A nutrition superstar,  vitamin D is linked to every good thing from immunity to bone health and has recently been linked to seasonal affective disorder and depression.  I can test for your D level in my office or you can take a reasonable dose...here is a product you can purchase in my store....as a liquid it is readily absorbed. Liquid D-3
 
#5 Get a (SEX) life!
 
Having sex more often regulates hormones, reduces pain, relieves depression, and reduces anxiety. It also burns calories and helps cardiac health.
 
#6 Cheers!  Having a drink with friends is even more beneficial presumably because the laughing, joking and support potentiates the health impact of moderate drinking.
 
#7 Watch a comedy...heaven knows that there is enough heavy, negative energy everywhere.  A comedy boosts your mood and allays anxiety and loneliness.
 
#8 Take a Tea Break....telomeres are a new health buzzword and can predict how quickly you are aging. I can test for telomeres in my office thanks to Spectracell labs so please stop in and pick up a brochure about that. Until then, studies have shown that as little as three cups of tea per day can increase telomeres which translates into about 4.6 years of aging.
 
#9 Take an entire day off per week. Helsinki University researchers have identified that people who do not stop working are three times more likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke.  Everyone needs some free and alone time otherwise stress chemicals really escalate.
 
#10  Choose only whole grains...recent research has shown that they contain as many antioxidants as vegetables and fruits.
 
Tomorrow I will launch our February website and events.  I am beginning a new program for my best clients at that time. I will notify you by invitation on how to log in to that information which will qualify you for exclusive classes, articles and promotions.
 
Did you know that my natural pharmacy is open 24 hours per day???  Orders placed here are filled the next business day and you can HOLD THEM FOR PICK UP, should you not want them to be shipped....here's the link...
 
Your visits and product purchases support the valuable work I do. Thank you for the opportunity to be of service.  Hope to see you soon.

 

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January 24th, 2012 at 11:23 pm

Welcoming the Chinese New Year!!!!  It is the year of the dragon which is considered the luckiest year in all of Chinese astrology.  Our topic this week is surprising causes of back pain.  To shed some light on home common back problems are 8 out of 10 Americans will suffer from a back problem at some point in time.  As an acupuncturist, back pain and chronic back and neck problems are the number one reason people see me.  Back pain is no picnic so today's forum will shed some light on how to prevent some problems.

 

#1. Weekend exercise warriors!

 

Exercise is great.  Irregular exercise especially playing sports without conditioning and core strengthening is just foolhardy.  15 minutes of core strengthening 3 times a week may be sufficient for some people.

Disc destruction is cumulative according to the American Academy of Orthopedists, and stress exercise such as this leads to serious back strain.

 

#2. Lifting children:

 

Picking up children exerts spinal stress. Piggyback rides or anything involving body weight directly upon one's spine is the most problematic however, lifting children as with anything requires proper form...IE keeping shoulders above the pelvix, and bending the knees.

 

#3. Slouching while sitting puts tremendous pressure on the lumbar spine.  It is important to move throughout the day and to observe their posture. I teach many people about proper posture.

 

#4. Smoking causes disk degeneration and is terrible for spine health. Spinal surgeries are usually unsuccessful in smokers.

 

#5. Twisting your spine....This causes microtrauma to your lower back think whiplash. I cringe when I see people do this at the gym, or perform lunges with barbells....madness!

 

#6. Neuro disorders such as: Chiari Syndrome, spinal cord tumor, Team disorder or tethered cord syndrome do show up though rare.  I have suspected them at times and send people to neurologists for diagnosis on occasion since they do not show up on MRI's.

 

#7.  Dehydration...Your discs do not have a direct blood supply bringing them nutrients so they rely on diffusion...IE water. Obviously if you are dehydrated this cannot happen...Sleep deprivation is also a huge problem since discs rehydrate during the night.

 

#8. Sagging mattresses.  These bend the spine in unnatural positions and that is not good. The thinking now is that the best mattress is a soft one with firm cords underneath.

 

#9. Exhaustion...discs form your internal structure. When discs are collapsing often years of bad habits are to blame...poor diet, lack of sleep, vitamin deficiencies, etc....healing this takes time and effort but will pay off in the end.

 

Herbs, acupuncture and nutrients all play a vital role in keeping your discs healthy and some attention and prevention can keep back problems from becoming a lifestyle.  One product I recommend highly is right here!

 

Best of Health!

 

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January 17th, 2012 at 6:13 pm

           Healthy Food Healthy Body!  

 

 

Deciding what to incorporate into your diet may be difficult with all of the items on the market but certain foods are considered to be the best for your health. Several authorities recommend the folowing ten foods that should be included in everyone's diet because they contain phytonutrients and vitamins which are known to decrease the risk of certain cancers, prevent heart disease and boost your immune system. These items are also good choices because a small volume of these has huge health benefits. Check out these high octane super foods.  If you need help with healthy eating be sure to schedule an appointment. 

 Although the pear shaped nut doesn't look like it can offer much; a palm full of almonds is an average serving offering nutrients such as fiber, riboflavin, magnesium, iron and calcium. The almond has more calcium than any other nut and one serving will provide 1/2 the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamin E. They are also great to curb hunger and handful of these before a meal will keep you from over eating.

Apples seem to be a favorite among kids and adults and often it's being eaten without realizing the amazing health benefit of the glossy fruit. Apples contain pectin, a soluble fiber, that can lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. It is also packed with vitamin C which is great antioxidant.

Another small fruit, blueberries, are worth their weight in antioxidants and phytonutrients. This bright color fruit is similar to that of a cranberry and can help ward off urinary tract infections. It's also low on the glycemic index making it a good fruit addition for someone who is doing a low carbohydrate diet, or who has diabetes.

Broccoli should be incorporated into the diet on a regular basis due to it's high content of antioxidants and phytonutrients. These nutrients are a combination of compounds that help with chronic disease and contains calcium and potassium. Broccoli is a strong cancer fighter and cancer preventer.

Although red beans are full of phytonutrients which may help disease beans are also loaded with vitamins such as iron, magnesium, and potassium. Red beans are also great for vegan eating because they are high in protein and fiber but low in calories.

Essential Fatty acids (EFA's) are not created in the body so what better source than salmon to get a dose of omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon is a great source of protein and the omega-3's are great for a healthy heart. These EFA's have been noted to help decrease blood clots that could be the cause of heart attacks.

Spinach may look like just another leafy vegetable, but it's a great way to increase your immune system. This little leaf is high in folate, vitamin A and C, as well as, helps to keep your hair and skin healthy.

The orange color of a sweet potato is the first sign it's rich in beta carotene. This antioxidant is known for aiding in slowing the aging process and can possibly reduce the risks of some cancers. One small sweet potato only has 54 calories and is a complex carbohydrate making it a good source of sustained energy.

Green juices are a great source of getting many awesome nutrients into your diet, especially if you prefer not to eat vegetables. Tomato juice has antioxidants such as lycopene which is good for the prostate, reducing cardiovascular disease and some forms of cancer. Most commercial products have way too much sodium. My top selling Green's First is a wonderful source of the best nutrients available and a little goes a long way.

Wheat germ is actually the small center of the wheat seed that is responsible for growth of the new sprout. It's full of vitamins and nutrients and even has protein, fiber and some fat.

I'd prefer organic forms of these foods but if that is too pricey regular is FINE!

 

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January 11th, 2012 at 6:37 pm

I apologize if you receive this twice I didn't get the first notification which means you probably didn't either and it's a hassle sorry!

 

CHEERS and Happy 2012!

 

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January 11th, 2012 at 5:50 pm

Cheers and Happy belated new year and best of health to you ALL!!!  Nutrition News is finally posted as is the updated site. Link is right here:  http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/215.html  I have some awesome events planned so please come and visit.  The weather has been so awesome I haven't had the heart to bog anyone down with reading but It'll be a little more typical Chicago weather for the next few days so...ENJOY!!!!  Happy 2012 and see you soon!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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December 13th, 2011 at 7:04 pm

 Sorry the Nutrition News is delayed a day or two....Thanks appreciate so many of you thinking about out promotions.  If you have requested removal from my list...it will be forthcoming as well thank you!

 

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December 6th, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    As Ben Franklin stated years ago, " the first wealth is health"....yet far too few people realize it.  Many people, if not most, scrimp on health services the minute things get tight or other opportunities to spend money arise... I E the holidays?  This week's topic is how to conserve money and improve your health at the same time.

 

#1: Recognize how expensive sickness is....illness costs money, doctor bills, surgeries, medications, tests, anesthetics, and transporatation and time to fufill these interventions are cripplingly expensive and that is before one even begins to think about the pain and suffering of being sick.  Traditional Chinese medicine and tradition had folks pay their Chinese doctors when they were well not sick, that way they were accountable for doing a good job.

 

#2 Recognize that being less than optimally well has, in economic terms, an "opportunity cost". That is:  what could you be doing if you were in wonderful health?  Earn more, be more,love more,  do more with your life.  When counselling clients I often refer to building up their health banks.  Life events can inexplicably cause large withdrawals of our health banks but investing in one's health means that you can weather those withdrawals without going bankrupt.

 

#3 Health is not an entitlement.  Like everything else in life....you get what you deserve and what you work for.  That doesn't mean that each chapter of life is fair...but in the longer run it is. 

 

#4 Eat a lot less and eat alot more nutritiously.  Fast food  becomes very expensive and very inconvenient when you factor in the destruction it does to your waistline, the wrinkles you'll have, how you may  have to retire early because you're perceived as "old", the cholesterol lowering & diabetes medications you need etc.   You do not need an expensive diet program when simple changes you can make at home will have you eating better, enjoying it more and saving money and your health at the same time.  Eating seasonal foods saves alot of money... for instance: right now we are eating alot of acorn and spaghetti squash.  My dog LOVES squash and sweet potatoes as part of his diet...he refuses dog "treats" now that he is accustomed to better food.

 

#5 Concerned about "organic" food prices check out sales and join a coop.  Even Whole Foods has terrific weekly sales on staples and organic meats that make them par with other markets and the toxic burden, nutritional value, and cost to the environment makes them superior choices for us all.  As I've started to vocalize lately, American's focusing only on price has turned us into a nation of imported junk from China....it's UH cheap though

 

#6  Eat out less...you will lose weight, eat much better, and have more energy and save big money if you pack a lunch or bring healthy leftovers to work.  I cook foods everyday and once a week or so make large quantities of chili or stew or soups and freeze them.  They are even more delicious this way.

 

#7 Take the money you spend on cable and buy a gym membership.  If you're like me, you'll make great friends, get in shape, and be far more engaged in wellness, and like minded people who either are or are in the process of getting in great shape. 

 

#8 Focus your dollars.  Most of the people I see visit multiple practioners and spend lots of money for myriad services when really only one or two are altering their health.  Figure out where you are getting the most benefit and be loyal there. I really extend myself for loyal customers who are loyal to my clinic.  Copays for unecessary visits add up quickly. 

Combine services in one day to receive a discount.  This is a program I'll begin in Janurary.

 

#9 Take advantage of discounts.  I run specials and coupons every month and very few people take advantage of them. Very few of you have joined me on Facebook and Twitter and the purpose of having these pages was to be able to communicate some great savings opportunities quickly.    Values are there but you have to be conscious to take advantage of them and think or even spend in advance at times but the savings are there.  Read the emails of businesses you frequent you'd be surprised at what may be available to you and your family.

 

#10 Focus on one health challenge at a time.  This enables you and I to get results much more quickly, and results in less expenditure than trying to fix everything at once.  I prefer to focus on the most serious issue first and move forward from there.

 

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Please put your health and wellbeing above dollars and you'll manage to have both.

 

Best of Health!

 

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Arlington Heights, IL

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