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Misguided guidelines

Every five years, the US Department of Agriculture will issue a dietary guideline for Americans.  One can go to www.health.gov to see the latest one for 2015-2020.  There are five executive summaries and they are reasonable but very general.  Among them are the...

Carbohydrate intake

I have been advising my clients to reduce their carbohydrate intake as part of an anti-aging dietary plan. In the Western Diet, this means reduction of wheat and sugar consumption. Carbohydrate intake is related to weight gain, obesity and metabolic syndrome....

Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency could lead a person more susceptible to infection. In a retrospective study of 489 patients at the University of Chicago, untreated Vitamin D deficiencies were 77% more likely to test positive for COVID-19 than those who likely had sufficient...

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Technology is evolving rapidly in the beauty and cosmetic treatments industries. Few devices represent the leaps and bounds we’ve experienced better than the Picosecond Laser. Skin imperfections, acne scarring, discoloration, premature aging, unwanted tattoos, and...

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Are you looking to rewind the clock and reverse the visible signs of aging without going under the knife? Do you wish there was a safe, effective, long-lasting treatment available to tighten and contour the skin on your face or body? Well, there is. It’s called...

Sweet or no sweet

Sweet or no sweet

With the COVID-19 epidemic showing no sign of retreat, it is apparent that our own health is the best defense after-all.  The co-morbidity list points to obesity is a main issue with poor outcome from this viral infection.  With the prevalent over-weight condition of...

Preface

Preface

This blog is about food, diet, lifestyle and health. I consider these the pillars to a happy life. Here I am sharing my own journey during this COVID-19 pandemic. After practicing medicine for over 37 years, I am just beginning to discover the wonders of a healthy...

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser treatments for the removal of acne scars are convenient. They allow you to enjoy smoother and clearer skin in a quick and relatively comfortable way. If you decide to use laser acne scar removal in Los Angeles, CA, you will likely be at the clinic or office...

Misguided guidelines

Every five years, the US Department of Agriculture will issue a dietary guideline for Americans.  One can go to www.health.gov to see the latest one for 2015-2020.  There are five executive summaries and they are reasonable but very general.  Among them are the...

Carbohydrate intake

I have been advising my clients to reduce their carbohydrate intake as part of an anti-aging dietary plan. In the Western Diet, this means reduction of wheat and sugar consumption. Carbohydrate intake is related to weight gain, obesity and metabolic syndrome....

Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency could lead a person more susceptible to infection. In a retrospective study of 489 patients at the University of Chicago, untreated Vitamin D deficiencies were 77% more likely to test positive for COVID-19 than those who likely had sufficient...

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Technology is evolving rapidly in the beauty and cosmetic treatments industries. Few devices represent the leaps and bounds we’ve experienced better than the Picosecond Laser. Skin imperfections, acne scarring, discoloration, premature aging, unwanted tattoos, and...

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Are you looking to rewind the clock and reverse the visible signs of aging without going under the knife? Do you wish there was a safe, effective, long-lasting treatment available to tighten and contour the skin on your face or body? Well, there is. It’s called...

Sweet or no sweet

Sweet or no sweet

With the COVID-19 epidemic showing no sign of retreat, it is apparent that our own health is the best defense after-all.  The co-morbidity list points to obesity is a main issue with poor outcome from this viral infection.  With the prevalent over-weight condition of...

Preface

Preface

This blog is about food, diet, lifestyle and health. I consider these the pillars to a happy life. Here I am sharing my own journey during this COVID-19 pandemic. After practicing medicine for over 37 years, I am just beginning to discover the wonders of a healthy...

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser treatments for the removal of acne scars are convenient. They allow you to enjoy smoother and clearer skin in a quick and relatively comfortable way. If you decide to use laser acne scar removal in Los Angeles, CA, you will likely be at the clinic or office...

Misguided guidelines

Every five years, the US Department of Agriculture will issue a dietary guideline for Americans.  One can go to www.health.gov to see the latest one for 2015-2020.  There are five executive summaries and they are reasonable but very general.  Among them are the...

Carbohydrate intake

I have been advising my clients to reduce their carbohydrate intake as part of an anti-aging dietary plan. In the Western Diet, this means reduction of wheat and sugar consumption. Carbohydrate intake is related to weight gain, obesity and metabolic syndrome....

Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency could lead a person more susceptible to infection. In a retrospective study of 489 patients at the University of Chicago, untreated Vitamin D deficiencies were 77% more likely to test positive for COVID-19 than those who likely had sufficient...

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Everything you need to know about Pico laser technology

Technology is evolving rapidly in the beauty and cosmetic treatments industries. Few devices represent the leaps and bounds we’ve experienced better than the Picosecond Laser. Skin imperfections, acne scarring, discoloration, premature aging, unwanted tattoos, and...

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Everything you need to know about Thermage

Are you looking to rewind the clock and reverse the visible signs of aging without going under the knife? Do you wish there was a safe, effective, long-lasting treatment available to tighten and contour the skin on your face or body? Well, there is. It’s called...

Sweet or no sweet

Sweet or no sweet

With the COVID-19 epidemic showing no sign of retreat, it is apparent that our own health is the best defense after-all.  The co-morbidity list points to obesity is a main issue with poor outcome from this viral infection.  With the prevalent over-weight condition of...

Preface

Preface

This blog is about food, diet, lifestyle and health. I consider these the pillars to a happy life. Here I am sharing my own journey during this COVID-19 pandemic. After practicing medicine for over 37 years, I am just beginning to discover the wonders of a healthy...

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser Treatments for Acne Scar Removal Produce Quick Results

Laser treatments for the removal of acne scars are convenient. They allow you to enjoy smoother and clearer skin in a quick and relatively comfortable way. If you decide to use laser acne scar removal in Los Angeles, CA, you will likely be at the clinic or office...