Many common societal misconceptions exist about gastric bypass. Two such misconceptions are that the surgery is “cheating” and that it fails to produce positive results. Previous research has shown that the surgery produces very beneficial short-terms results, but research now…
The Venus Freeze Treatment is a procedure that shows promise by tightening the skin and reducing overall volume on the stomach. For people who fret about an excess pooch, it can remove the worry by taking away a common beauty…
Adult braces are sometimes necessary, but the fear of braces doesn’t seem to go away with age. Time and again, men list a woman’s smile as being a favorite part of what attracts them. However, it’s hard to smile when…
A lot of us spend money on organic food. It’s a popular belief that organics benefit the body, both health and beauty-wise. But this popular belief is being called into question with some startling evidence. To be honest, I eat…
Women, we all love our heels on special nights out. For those nights, you can take a cab and wear special inserts to keep your feet comfortable if the inserts don’t show. Or, if they do show, you suck the…
The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was upheld by the Supreme Court, and dermatology professionals from across the country are discussing it in Dermatology Times via On Call. Some of the dermatologists interviewed expressed surprise over why…
From the point of view of a cancer researcher, eating less plays a key role in preventing the development of cancer. Through the use of animal models, it seems obvious that calorie restriction not only lengthens the life span, but…
Red is a classic color for lips, especially in the fall. But not every red works on every woman. If fair, bright coral reds do not overwhelm the pale skin. Coral reds stun and pack the same pop against a…
Vitamin C, vitamin E and ferulic acid (CE Ferulic, SkinCeuticals) fight the damage down by infrared A (IR-A) radiation. Besides the aging damage, infrared A (IR-A) is involved in the development of skin cancer. Ir-A causes damage through its capability…
CoolSculpting by Zeltiq is the newest treatment for reducing love handles and other unsightly bulges. It is approved by the FDA and doesn’t require anesthesia, needles, pain medications, or recovery time, plus is strictly non-invasive. It is simply one of…
Estrogen replacement therapy can benefit a number of skin concerns. Eight years ago, a famous study linked estrogen replacement with higher rates of breast cancer and heart disease, unfairly blaming the therapy for these issues and more, plus creating a…
Body Acne Tip
Body acne affects the neck, chest, back, and buttocks. It can be particularly embarrassing during intimate moments, or if wearing revealing clothing like a bathing suit. There are all sorts of remedies for acne, some store bought and some homemade.…