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| Albert Dabbah, MD PA | January 2011 |
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To Our Patients and Friends,
After a tough 2010, we are all looking to 2011 as being a true NEW beginning. We always make the resolution to better ourselves, whether it is to focus more on ourselves, our diet, our loved ones. By doing so, we are able to present the happiest sides of ourselves to others. In our attempt to help you start the New Year off right, I am starting a monthly anti-aging recipe, we are continuing some of our most requested promotions and, Susan Wong, our aesthetician, is ready to start her facials and procedures. You may call us to arrange a consultation with her (no charge) to determine the best way to proceed.
Happy New Year!!
Sincerely,
Robin |
 Beauty Sleep Get too little sleep during the holidays? Your looks may suffer! "Sleep is a cheap and effective 'beauty treatment', says the author of a study testing to see how we look to others following sleep deprivation. The study found that of the 23 people tested, 19% were deemed to look more tired, 6% less healthy and 4% less attractive. Though this doesn't seem like much, it can affect how a person is viewed on an important day. Looking healthy and well-rested "improves the chances of better treatments in a wide range of social situations. It is well known that attractive people are favorably treated in many situations, " says John Axelsson, PhD, associate professor of clinical neuroscience at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm. Sleep deprivation has effects on the person's features also. Donna Arand, PhD, clinical director at Kettering Sleep Disorders Center in Dayton, notes that people's eyes are not as open and their facial muscles are not as active. "Sleep does help to restore muscle tone and repair the physiological degradation that occurs after being up for 16 hours going through your normal day." When we sleep we naturally "moisturize" and "the body secretes more human growth hormone during deep sleep", says Donald Greenblatt, MD, director of the Strong Sleep Disorders Clinic of Rochester Medical Center in New York. CNN.com, 12/17/10 |
 Carbs and Its Affect on Obesity and Life-Span We know that insulin is released in an attempt to clean up the blood glucose as a result of excess blood sugar levels from consuming excess carbohydrates. After years of carb overload, the insulin becomes resistant and the blood glucose levels remain high. The result? Sugar feeds cancer cells as well as damages the arterial walls, increasing the risk of heart attack.
In addition, over the years, the medical profession has encouraged a low fat diet to promote healthy hearts. The unexpected result is that there has been a large increase in obesity and heart disease. Researchers from the University of California have found that in addition to a moderate intake of fat (yet eliminating all trans and hydrogenated fats), it is vital to eliminate all processed and refined carbohydrates to maintain good heart health and end obesity.
Lastly, research from this study has shown that carbohydrate intake directly affects two genes that deal with longevity and youthfulness. We knew that genetics was one component to the aging process and this study shows that refined and processed carbohydrates can influence the action of these genes. The Daily Mail, 10/26/10
Article first published as Cut Carbs from Diet to Aid Weight Loss and Extend Life, on Technorati |
 Beautiful People Make Better First ImpressionsSay it isn't true!!! Yet the University of British Coumbia in Canada says it is.
The study found that people can figure out the personality traits of those who they find physically attractive more accurately during brief meetings than of those who are more plain. In addition, the researchers deemed that participants were able to identify the personality trait rankings of attractive subjects more accurately (for example, that she is more generous than she is organized). It is thought the reason is that the participants tend to give more attention to those who they deem attractive.
University of Pennsylvania psychiatrist Dr.Christos Ballas says the research doesn't necessarily prove what it claims. He says it could be that the attractive person might be better at conveying what they want you to think is true about them, rather than a perception on the part of the participant. Either way, it seems that the old adage "beauty is in the eye of the beholder", still holds.
AOLHealth.com,12/22/10 |
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Anti-Aging Superfoods
As we move past another year, and we all find such enjoyment when we eat, I thought talking about anti-aging foods would be enticing. Over the next few months, I will be talking about food that is thought to be anti-aging and pair it with a recipe. Enjoy!
A study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found diets rich in olive oil (as well as other foods from the Mediterranean diet, such as fruits, vegetables and nuts) were associated with anti-aging skin. Other foods also found to do just that; those with higher amounts of vitamin C and omega-6 fatty acids, and red wine and skin of grapes, both of which have resveratrol.
Olive Oil roasted Tomatoes and Fennel with White Beans
2 large fennel bulbs with fronds attached
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teasp coarse kosher salt, divided
2 pints grape or cherry tomatoes
4 large oregano sprigs
3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teas dried crushed red pepper
1 teas freshly ground black pepper
2 15oz cans cannellini beans, drained
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Chop enough fennel fronds to measure 1/2 cup. Trim fennel bulbs and cut in half vertically. Cut each bulb half to 1/2 in wide wedges, leaving some core attached to each wedge.
Heat oil in ovenproof skillet over med-hi heat until very hot, about 3 minutes. Add fennel wedges in single layer; sprinkle with 1 teas salt. Cook until fennel begins to brown and soften, turning occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes. Add tomatoes, oregano, garlic and crushed red pepper; sprinkle with 1 teas salt and 1 teas pepper. Fold together gently.
Transfer skillet to oven. Bake fennel and tomatoes until soft, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Mix in beans and 6 TBL chopped fennel fronds. Bake 5 minutes longer to heat through. Transfer mixture to large shallow bowl. Sprinkle with remaining chopped fronds. Serve warm or at room temperature.
BonApetit, 8/10 |
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New Year .....................................New You
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15% off three syringes
20% off four or more syringes
(And, this month, you may prepurchase syringes! We will hold them for you for when you are ready!!)
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