Prior to 2002, giving women hormones during the peri and menopausal years was considered the standard of care. In 2001, 17.9 million women were on at least one hormone replacement therapy [HRT] drug. In 2002, a study called the “Women’s Health Initiative” hit the headlines, stating that HRT raised the risk of cancer and didn’t […]
Today’s modern woman wants to feel youthful and vibrant, which includes feeling youthful “down below.” The problem is that when we begin experiencing issues in that department, we don’t openly talk about it and tend to suffer in silence. You are not alone … it is extremely common for women to experience changes in vaginal […]
Five of the top 10 health conditions related to men’s health and aging are heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke, and depression. All five are highly correlated to weight gain and obesity. To be even more specific, the location of fat storage in men is most important. Men with the highest risk are individuals who store […]
Inflammation (Latin, inflammare, to set on fire) is part of the complex biological response to harmful stimuli. It is a protective attempt to initiate the healing process. Although inflammation is a beneficial first response, if it persists, it may cause long-term symptoms and lead to more serious chronic disease. Inflammation may be detected in routine […]
Streamlining your skincare products can be challenging. With new products on the market every day, it’s easy for your home routine to become overwhelming. With the big promises of new serums and creams, it’s tempting to try them out. Unfortunately, many of these products don’t deliver or may be used improperly with other products. Organizing […]
While we are all born with a different genetic makeup, which does affect the size and shape of our lips, often men and women ignore this very important body part when it comes to aging and rejuvenation. Lips can communicate quite a bit about you, although it may not be in your favor. Read on […]
I was recently asked to write something about the “Best Beauty Treatments in Chicago.” This is a huge topic that can include everything from hair to nails, and all the muscles in between, so I decided to focus on what I think is the best “bang for your buck” in the medical spa industry and […]
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