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YAHOO News: The Future is Here - Coolsculpting Will Freeze your Fat off your Love Handles

Tue, 22 May 2012 19:54:00 GMT

Here's a great video from Yahoo News featuring Coolsculpting. A guy many can relate to - athletic, in good shape his whole life, but now in his 40's suddenly had a gut!

Here's Troy's story.

I'd seen the billboards advertising CoolSculpting and I was skeptical. In a country consumed with weight loss and get-thin-quick gimmicks, it's sometimes hard to tell what's legit and what isn't. But I wanted to be impartial, so I went into Dr. Gordon Sasaki's office with an open mind.

What I learned surprised me. I expected a hardcore sales pitch from Dr. Sasaki and the CoolSculpting reps. Instead I got a no-nonsense discussion about science and the physiology behind weight loss and fat loss. CoolSculpting isn't a process they recommend for everyone. And it's not so much about overall weight loss as it is focused on fat loss — getting rid of that stubborn fat that even fit, healthy people have lingering around their midsection. This was certainly refreshing. Where were the miracle claims? Where were the obviously altered before and after photos that strained credulity?

Troy is a guy many men can relate to. Athletic, married with kids, his weight has fluctuated over the years. Overall he stays pretty healthy, but he's got some love handles that he just can't seem to break up with. According to Dr. Sasaki, that's a common problem. Once weight is gained and then lost in an area, those fat cells are still there, albeit smaller than before. Traditionally, the surgical method to get rid of that fat meant liposuction, an invasive technique with plenty of risk and plenty of pain. CoolSculpting was a perfect alternative for Troy. He spends an hour in the chair, dealing with a cold application that's numbing but not painful, and that's it. Over the next few weeks his body works to eliminate the newly destroyed fat cells.

Seeing the process firsthand was helpful. I learned that CoolSculpting isn't a miracle cure designed to eradicate the negative effects of a lifetime of bad habits,. Rather, it's a bit like teeth whitening to get rid of stubborn stains. It helps patients get over that last hurdle. Looking better, feeling better, and without having to go under the knife. Turns out CoolSculpting might be kinda cool after all. Link to Original Article >

Video produced by Lori Parker and Will Lerner. Production by Jeremy Heyward, Marc Levy, John Adams. Editor: Nolan Cooper. Sound editor: John Adams. Graphics by Todd Tanner, Matt McDonald and Howard Kim for Yahoo! Studios.

Oprah Magazine: The Tipping Point: O's Beauty Challenge

Wed, 02 May 2012 14:30:00 GMT

Perspectives from three women on what they will and won't do for beauty - from Oprah Magazine.

What is it that finally pushes a woman into doing something about her anxious little frown lines, her mousy hair, or whatever she's (more or less) "accepted" about her looks? Three women step up to O's beauty challenge and discover what they can and can't live with.

A Shot At Gorgeous
Millions of women are looking remarkably fresh and rested thanks to tiny injections of a botulinum toxin. Why wasn't Valerie Monroe one of them?
The Laser's Edge
After a few false starts, Jessica Winter finally stops turning red.
Fair-Haired Girl
She was blonde as a child. Stung by strangers' comments, Celia Barbour decides to reclaim her birthright.

Seven May Superfoods

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:17:00 GMT

Looking good is a seasonal endeavor! Here's a list of Seven May Superfoods...

The Huffington Post | By Catherine Pearson Posted: 05/ 1/2012 8:45 am Updated: 05/ 1/2012 8:52 am

Now that the weather is a wee bit warmer, many of us are thinking about getting outdoors to enjoy the spring air and sunshine.

May offers a welcome chance to get out there and be active, whether it's by taking a walk with friends (good for the body and the soul!), enjoying a bike ride or -- depending on the temperatures where you live -- taking a refreshing dip in the nearest body of water.
All of those activities require fuel, which can come from eating healthy foods -- particularly the fruits and vegetables that are at their peak this time of year.

So what are our picks for May superfoods? Take a look at our list. Then, as always, let us know if there are any in-season favorites you can't believe we overlooked.
See The May Superfood Slideshow >

Six Foods That Will Make Your Face and Skin Look Better

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:07:00 GMT

Great Video from Kimberly Snyder. Kimberly Snyder is a highly sought after nutritionist for many of the entertainment industry's top celebrities and author of the best-selling book, The Beauty Detox Solution. Follow the Link Below to see the original article - and be sure to Like her on Facebook so you'll get all her great nutritional tips.

Face-mapping is an ancient Eastern philosophy which, similar to acupuncture, is rooted in the belief that all parts of the body are intrinsically connected.
In this Eastern Chinese philosophy, issues showing up on your face can be indicative of issues much deeper in the body.
This supports what I’ve always said- you can’t just count calories or grams of carbs and protein. Our bodies are more complex than a collection of numbers. That processed diet food or high amounts of animal protein may help keep you lean (at least for a little while), but over time can age your organs at an accelerated rate. What good is it to be thin if your face looks haggard and aged?
Eat more fibrous, enzyme-rich fresh plant foods and watch an improvement in your skin. The foods which are good for your health will also elevate your beauty. Orignial Article >

How to Tighten Loose Skin After Weight Loss

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:50:00 GMT

If you've lost weight recently, you may have noticed that you have loose skin hanging around. Whether it's flaps under your arms, or a hanging pouch around your stomach, loose skin can be an embarrassing issue. In this article you'll learn why skin gets loose, how to tighten it after fat loss and which medical procedures, nutrition tactics and exercises will actually help keep your skin tight.

Why Skin Gets Loose
Skin is an elastic living tissue that stretches as we move and grow (or shrink). It's not one big piece of rubber that covers your body, but an actual organ. And just like all the other organs in your body, it is made of cells.

The cells on the outer part of your skin are constantly being lost and replaced with new cells, but the skin cells under that outer layer are more permanent. These lower layers of the skin are made up of connective tissues, fibers, blood vessels and all sorts of components that can stretch or contract -- depending on how you treat them.
When you lose weight (and especially when you lose weight quickly) the elastic parts of your skin don't have time to adapt to your new shape. If you are older, have poor nutrition, aren't hydrated, have excessive sun exposure or smoke, this problem is aggravated even more, since all of these things contribute to decreased elasticity.

How to Tighten Loose Skin
As you lose weight and loose skin begins to appear, don't panic! Your skin will slowly return to a shape that fits your new body. But that process can take up to two years, so here are steps you can take to make your skin tighten faster:

#1: Don't Lose Weight Too Quickly
Crash diets and excessive amounts of time spent exercising can rapidly shed both muscle and fat, and result in a greater amount of loose skin. Aim for no more than 1-2 pounds of fat loss per week, and include weight training so you build muscle to help stretch the skin.

#2: Hydrate
Water is a crucial component of maintaining skin elasticity. From both food and drink, you should be taking in at least two liters of water each day.

#3: Eat
Two ingredients that keep skin plump and elastic are collagen and elastin, and the protein to help form these is found in cottage cheese, milk, legumes, tofu, beans, seeds, nuts and fish. The oils in these foods will also help with skin elasticity.

#4: Care for Your Skin
Avoid harsh detergents like sulfates in soaps, shampoos and dishwashing liquids. Limit sun exposure, stay away from tanning booths, and limit exposure to hot and chlorinated water, since all of these elements decrease elasticity.

Do You Need Surgery?
Skin can only be stretched so far before it loses some of its innate ability to snap back. If you've had a 9-month pregnancy, then you can tighten your loose skin. In contrast, if you've carried 50-100 extra pounds on your body for a long time, you might need to resort to plastic surgery and stapling to tighten loose skin.

As mentioned earlier, elasticity of your skin will naturally decrease with age. Although you have control over the rate of your weight loss, staying properly hydrated, eating the right foods and caring for your skin, you simply have no control over your age! So rather than letting age stress you out, you should focus on the things over which you do have control -- like exercising and eating right -- and you'll find that you always look better than your peers. And feel great!

Ben Greenfield is a fitness and triathlon expert and host of the Get-Fit Guy podcast on the Quick and Dirty Tips network. His book, "Get-Fit Guy's Guide to Achieving Your Ideal Body -- A Workout Plan for Your Unique Shape," will be published by St. Martin's Press in May 2012. Original Article >

Kristin Chenoweth Tells Prevention Magazine She Regularly Gets Botox

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:49:00 GMT

Prevention's January cover story features Kristin Chenoweth, on newsstands this week. This cover is particularly timely as Kristin will be hosting and performing at the American Country Music Awards on Monday, December 5, on FOX.

On if she's had plastic surgery and why she's happy to talk about it:

No, no work. But I get Botox regularly, and I'm very happy to talk about why. When I was thirty-five, I was having debilitating migraines about once a week. I went to my doctor in New York, and she said she wanted to give me five shots of Botox across my eyebrows. And I said, 'Oh, no. I make my living through my facial expressions.' And she said, 'You're not going to have a living if you can't work.' So I let her do it, and I haven't had a full-blown headache since. Every six months, five shots right here [motions across her eyebrows]. I'm thankful for it.

On not being on Glee this season:

I'm sad, because I love April Rhodes and so does the audience. It just goes to show that people love a good drunk, I guess! Whole Article >

The lesser known benefits of Botox

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:49:00 GMT

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), Botox injections have been the most common non-surgical procedure performed by plastic surgeons since the year 2000. In 2010, more than 2.4 million individuals in the U.S. received Botox injections.
But while Botox is commonly used to treat crow's feet, laugh lines and other wrinkles, it may also have other non-cosmetic benefits.

In 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of Botox to treat migraine headaches. According to WebMD, the FDA suggests Botox when used to treat chronic migraines be given at intervals of about 12 weeks as multiple injections around the head and neck to try to dull future headache symptoms.

The drug, which is a form of botulinium toxin type A, is also used to treat more than 20 other conditions, including muscle spasms and excessive sweating. Scientists are currently testing Botox's efficacy in treating conditions such as asthma. Experts say Botox often provides positive cosmetic results with few side effects. However, its effects are not permanent and injections need to be repeated every three to six months for the best results.

There are ways that individuals can ensure the best outcome when using Botox for cosmetic reasons, according to WebMD. The health website recommends those planning on getting Botox injections avoid bruising by abstaining from taking aspirin or ibuprofen, which can thin the blood, for two weeks prior to treatment. Most importantly, those who want the best possible outcome are advised to seek out a physician that is board-certified in dermatology or plastic surgery.

While there are several options available when it comes to injectable treatments, experts recommend speaking with your physician to discuss your areas of concern, and to hear the options they suggest before making a decision.

Full Face & Neck Thermage - $1999

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:03:00 GMT

Loose skin around the eyes, jowls, neck, and upper arms used to be a problem only surgery could correct. Now there's a new non-surgical procedure that significantly tightens skin and restores your youthful appearance. This-one-time procedure is available at a fraction of the cost of surgery. It's called Thermage CPT, and is available at The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa for $1999. The price includes face and neck, eyes are additional charge. Good thru 10/31/11

Picture your perfect body. Now Freeze it. CoolSculpting.

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:36:00 GMT

Picture Your Perfect Body. Now Freeze It.
CoolSculpting by Zeltiq.

How do you make that last bit of belly fat or the most stubborn love handles disappear, when dieting and exercise just aren’t doing it? There’s always surgery. But wouldn’t you like a less radical solution? Well, now there is one. And it really works. You can actually lose those unwanted bulges without knives, needles, suction hoses or even lasers. It’s a very gentle, very effective procedure. And very cool...Literally. It’s called Coolsculpting. And The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa is where you’ll find it in Connecticut.

Developed by Harvard scientists, this unique, patented, FDA cleared and clinically proven procedure from ZELTIQ involves freezing fat cells without damage to your skin. Because Coolsculpting is totally non-invasive, most people can go right back to their normal routine with no down time whatsoever. The targeted fat cells are then eliminated naturally by your body over a couple of months. The belly bulges, love handles and other stubborn fat deposits on the bac2 simply melt away. Is that cool or what? to learn more visit CoolSculptingCT.com or call us at 203.627.06

SUNSCREEN BASICS 101

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 17:26:00 GMT

We’ve all heard this several times before, but it pays to go over the points below:

1. The right SPF - Nothing less then an SPF 30 (anything higher than SPF 50 is only protecting you a teensy, weensy bit more, so why clog your pores?)
2. Always use a Broad Spectrum sunscreen to help protect from both UVA and UVB rays. Remember A is for Aging and B is for Burning.
3. How Often: Reapply every 2 Hours when in direct sunlight.
4. How Much: Use the equivalent of a “shot” glass in product to make sure you’re using enough! Studies show most of us aren’t!
5. Check the Expiration Date! Anything older than a year—through it out!
6. “Physcial” vs. “Chemical” Sunscrees: It’s boils down to a matter of choice, however, the physical sunscreen is better for breakout and sensitive skin and for those of us “going green”. Tip: Skinceuticals has a phenomenal new physical sunscreen – Physical Fusion SPF 50 - it has a slight tint to it to enhance your natural skin tone and it’s paraben free!. And NeoCutis has an SPF 30 called Journee Bio-restorative Day Cream, which has PSP in it. Both feel like silk on the skin. (not greasy feeling at all) and are very light reflective.

Ellen’s Tip: I’m sure many of my clients have heard me say this, but the best protection I ever got was when I was in the Caribbean a few years ago, I used an SPF 30 (sorry, forgot which one), and put my Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup over it. After the trip, my friend’s felt sorry for me since they assumed it must have been cloudy and rainy the entire trip!

ONE MINUTE ANTI-AGING SKINCARE TREATMENT!

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:46:00 GMT

JOURNEE, a bio-restorative Day Cream with PSP and SPF 30+ from NEOCUTIS, is our newest product from the NEOCUTIS line that helps build up your own collagen all summer long without the photo-sensitivity you can get from product such as Retin-A.

JORNEE Offers 4 Key Benefits in One Bottle!

1. PSP for skin rejuvenation! PSP helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for visibly younger looking skin and sooths stressed, irritated skin.
2. Hyaluronic Acid to keep skin hydrated! Long lasting hydration for radiant, luminous skin.
3. Sunscreen to minimize photoaging! SPF 30+ protects against aging UVA/UVB exposure.
4. Anti-oxidant complex neutralizes aging free radicals!

INTRODUCING THE NEW OXYGEN FACIAL TREATMENT

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:14:00 GMT

THE OXYGEN FACIAL. You asked for it, we got it! Many of you have inquired or suggested us adding an Oxygen Facial treatment either because you’d had one and saw the results or read about how Madonna has one in each of her houses so she never misses a treatment! Now we can finally offer it to you! And the timing is no accident! Summer is the perfect time to have an Oxygen facial due to its many benefits geared toward nuturing and nourishing stressed, dry, deyhydrated—(remember, deyhydrated skin can still be oily skin!) skin. And this treatment DOES NOT have any contraindications with the sun. On the contrary, it can actually heal sunburned skin faster, which is why this treatment can be performed directly after many of our laser treatments to help you be less red and have less downtime. And this is definitely our summer “Go To” treatment when your skin just has to look fabulous for a big event due to its visible, immediate and plumping results!

Call 203.637.0662 to book your appointment. $150 per treatment.

Great Thermage Video

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:50:00 GMT

Here's a nice video showing the Thermage procedure. The Thermage® procedure is a revolutionary treatment to tighten skin without surgery or recovery time. Thermage utilizes radio-frequency technology to gently heat the skin's lower layers resulting in a gradual tightening and building of collagen.

Botox in the News - A New Solution for Hyperhydrosis - Excessive Sweating

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:51:00 GMT

WOWT interviewed a patient and Thomas Franco, MD, Methodist Physicians Clinic HealthWest Physical Therapy, about using Botox for hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating).

What is the best way to get rid of acne?

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 22:35:00 GMT

Q. I've had acne for 3 years now and I'm determined to get rid of it. I wanted to ask if you could give me some advice of how I could get rid of my acne? I've tried a lot of creams, but none of them work. I would appreciate advice on how to treat my acne and what products to try using.

A. I know how devastating acne can be since I suffered with it for years myself, and nothing would please me more then to help you eradicate your acne too! However, with the information you gave me it is very hard to determine the cause, or the root-- so to speak-- of the problem. How old were you three years ago when it started? Did you start any new medications at the time, especially those that would affect you hormonally? Do you have any other health problems going on right now? Have you been under an unusual amount of stress the past three years? The "creams" that you have tried so far, are they over the counter or prescriptions from your doctor? Do you have allergies? Food allergies? Have you ever had a professional skin peel to try to fix the problem? These are just SOME of the questions we would ask you in a consultation and we would also go over everything you are currently using now including your shampoo, conditioner, and even nail polish! Acne can be very tricky so what works for one person does not necessarily work for another. This is why it is essential to see the acne patient in person through one of our complimentary consultations, (you can plan on this taking about one hour from start to finish). Afterwards, a home protocol and any necessary professional treatments will be recommended and tailored to your unique and specific skin care needs to eradicate, or at least control, your acne once and for all.
Wishing you the best in beautiful skin, and I hope to see you soon at the Medical Spa,
Ellen Tartaglione
Medical Esthetician