Beyond Beauty Blog: The Surgeon's Secrets

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p1Combat wrinkles with regular exercise and a well balanced diet that includes foods rich in antioxidants.

Eat leafy, green veggies, lean proteins including beans and lentils, omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon and flax seed, brightly colored berries, dark chocolate (yes! even chocolate has antioxidants), and green tea.

Also, don’t forget to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated!

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‘Real Housewives’ Jacqueline Laurita Gets Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

p10‘Real Housewives’ Jacueline Laurita had non-surgical rhinoplasty procedure and her results are fabulous. She, like many others, didn’t know this was possible but it is and it really does only take 2 minutes.

I always tell my patients, why not come to my NYC office on your lunch hour?

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Elderly ‘Experts’ Share Life Advice in Cornell Project

Elderly ‘Experts’ Share Life Advice in Cornell ProjectAging can be a beautiful thing. Integrate health and beauty and you’re set.

Be sure to manage your stress levels (it’s a silent killer), contribute to healthy relationships while avoiding relationships that make you unhappy, eat well, take vitamins, and stop smoking (it’s known to cause wrinkles!).

Above all else, listen to elderly advise. Their knowledge can be invaluable according to a recent article entitled “Advice From Life’s Graying Edge on Finishing With No Regrets”.

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Celeb Beauty Advice: Fact or Fiction?

Celebrities may be beautiful and well-spoken, but they’re not health and beauty experts. A recent report from the non-profit organization Sense About Science discovered that many celebrities are repeating medical and cosmetic advice that is based in fiction, not fact.

It’s fun to hear what stars have to say about their beauty and health Copyright 2010 Corbis Corporationregimens. After all, they’re famous and alluring-we want to hear what tricks they’ve got up their sleeves! But it’s important to be aware that their advice may not be medically sound. From royal sister Pippa Middleton’s comment about using a cold rinse to “close the pores” of her hair and “give it a lift and shine” (hair doesn’t have pores!) to actress Juliette Lewis’s assertion that “coconut water is pretty much the most hydrating thing you can drink” (try water!) to supermodel Gisele Bundchen’s vehement hatred of “synthetic” sunscreens (even though they are rigorously tested and safe), these ladies are full of well-meaning quips for healthier lifestyles-but they’re not exactly authorities on these topics.

Before you take their advice, make sure you verify the accuracy of their recommendations with someone who is truly knowledgeable about integrative health and beauty–Dr. Michelle Yagoda, a Facial Plastic Surgeon, ENT, and co-creator of BeautyScoop. Here’s to a year of beauty and wellness!

Snoring: The (not-so) Silent Killer

Snoring: The (not-so) Silent KillerIf knowledge is power, then reputable sources have the ultimate power! Next time you are reading to educate yourself for self-treatment, consider the source. Marketing materials, advertisements, and random on-line forums often provide partial information or even misinformation. Beware of the dangers that lurk! While a head strap to stop snoring might prevent oral breathing, it may also lead to an irregular heart rhythm (and possibly even death during sleep) if the oxygen inflow is restricted due to nasal obstruction. Read more about Snoring and Sleep Apnea.

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Blackheads, Beware!

p5Do you have blackheads on your nose? Are you having trouble getting rid of them?

Use a medical grade salicylic acid, glycolic acid and/or benzoyl peroxide blackhead treatment cream every night (or every other night if you have sensitive skin), and, get a professional facial or peel to shrink your pores, control your acne and give you the skin texture you’ve been dreaming about!

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Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

p3Everyone knows that baggy and hanging upper eyelids can make you look old and tired. But, did you know that they can also cause functional/visual problems? That’s right. If it’s hard to put eyeliner on, it may be impacting your peripheral vision too.

Here’s what you need to do to find out if your eyelid surgery is cosmetic or functional: www.mayoclinic.org

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