About the author: Mila Q. McManus, M.D., graduated at the top of her class from the University of Texas-Houston Medical School in 2000. She then completed specialty training in Family Medicine at Christus St. Joseph in Houston, TX, and is board-certified in Family Medicine. She went in search of answers and discovered natural ways to treat the root causes of health problems rather than band-aiding symptoms with prescription drugs. She became certified by the American Academy of Biologically Identical Hormone Therapy in 2004 and founded The Woodlands Institute for Health and Wellness where she treats common health problems such as depression, fatigue, weight gain, allergies, trouble concentrating, PMS, headaches, high cholesterol, fibromyalgia, and sleep disorders. She treats women, men, and children of all ages! Since shes experienced the benefits of wellness firsthand, her mission is to increase public awareness of natural alternatives to treating health problems. She is also an accomplished public speaker and writer as well as being a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association, Pan American Allergy Society, and has board certification through The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

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NAPLES, Fla., Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthLynked Corp. (OTCQB: HLYK), a global healthcare network focused on care management of its members and a provider of healthcare technologies that connects doctors, patients and medical data, today announced that it will host the first annual Future of Healthcare Summit that will convene the top leaders in the $5 trillion healthcare industry at Arthrex's corporate campus that features a 30,000-SF fitness center and 200,000-SF Innovation Hotelin Naples, Florida from March 15-17th.

The summit is an invitation only event for healthcare providers. The event features world-class CEOs, innovators and industry experts who will come together to present a series of lectures on a wide range of healthcare topics and explore what can be done to both catalyze innovation and improve healthcare.

Dr. Michael Dent, HealthLynked's CEO has developed an agenda that focuses on genomics, functional medicine, anti-aging, stem cells, artificial intelligence, diagnostic advances, telemedicine, intellectual property, tissue regeneration, cancer treatments and medical devices.

The summit venue will be open to the public on Tuesday, March 16th, where a series of Ted Talk style lectures will cover the latest healthcare trends, technology, and treatments. This open forum will allow the public the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in healthcare and how they are being applied today and what to expect in future.

HealthLynked has confirmed a world-class slate of speakers including:

Attendees of the summit include doctors, hospital executives, academics, researchers, venture capitalists, pharmaceutical firms, policymakers, philanthropists, and future leaders. The seating for the summit will follow COVID-19 spacing guidelines and Arthrex campus facilities are equipped with Synexisair purification systems that kill airborne COVID-19 to add an additional layer of safety for the attendees.

For a look at the full agenda, as well as speaker bios, please visit the 2021 Healthcare Summitwebsite. For additional sponsorship opportunities please email [emailprotected].

Dr. Michael Dent, Chief Executive Officer of HealthLynked stated, "The next 15 years will bring a wave of medical breakthroughs in new therapies, medicines, medical devices and data analytics. We have achieved new milestones in gene editing, cancer immunotherapy and artificial intelligence. All of these advances will allow us to more effectively treat disease and find cures that have eluded us. Our goal is to provide an informative series of lectures to show the future of healthcare and create an environment for innovate thought leaders to turn ideas into actionable solutions."

About HealthLynked Corp.

HealthLynked Corp. provides a solution for both patient members and providers to improve healthcare through the efficient exchange of medical information. The HealthLynked Network is a cloud-based platform that allows members to connect with their healthcare providers and take more control of their healthcare. Members enter their medical information, including medications, allergies, past surgeries and personal health records, in one convenient online and secure location, free of charge. Participating healthcare providers can connect with their current and future patients through the system. Benefits to in-network providers include the ability to utilize the HealthLynked patent pending patient access hub "PAH" for patient analytics. Other benefits for preferred providers include HLYK marketing tools to connect with their active and inactive patients to improve patient retention, access more accurate and current patient information, provide more efficient online scheduling and to fill last minute cancelations using the Company's "real time appointment scheduling" all within its mobile application. Preferred providers pay a monthly fee to access these HealthLynked services. For additional information about HealthLynked Corp., please visit http://www.healthlynked.com and connect with HealthLynked on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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The Youth Fountain, a health and wellness clinic in New Jersey, is offering holistic weight loss treatments for patients. The clinic is spearheaded by Dr. Rada and Dr. Emil Shakov.

According to the CDC, the prevalence of obesity was 42.4% in 2017-2018, up from 30% in 1999-2000. Obesity brings along with it health conditions that can lead to premature death. These health conditions are diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. In the United States alone, obesity is a contributor to anywhere from 100,000 to 400,000 deaths every year. The medical cost for people with obesity was on an average $1429 higher than one without. Apart from dangers to physical health, the stigma and ridicule associated with obesity are also known to cause psychological distress leading to poor quality of life.

Though obesity has a negative impact on ones health it is also completely preventable through lifestyle changes that include changes in diet. The Youth Fountain believes in holistic treatment that looks at not just short term weight loss goals but prepares the patient for lifelong wellness as well. The doctors first take the time to understand a patients health goals. They then quiz them about their lifestyle, trying to arrive at a treatment that will suit them the best. This attention to detail is provided to every patient. Dr. Emil and Rada understand that every patient is unique and no size fits all. The doctors then craft a treatment regiment that incorporates all the tools at their disposal. The doctors can also set up follow up appointments to monitor a patients progress throughout the treatment.

When asked about the clinics philosophy, Dr. Emil says, When clients come to us, they are doing so because they are looking for a change in their lives. We do our best to live up to the trust that they put in us. We listen and understand the clients problems. We come up with solutions that best suit them on a case by case basis. The goal is to not just hit your target weight but to give you the tools to stay there for the rest of your life. Follow us on our Facebook page to stay up to date with our services.

The Youth Fountain offers skincare treatments such as tattoo removal, IPL, laser genesis, Picogenesis, chemical peel, Dermapen, vein treatments, hair removal, and SecretRF. The clinic also offers injectable treatments such as fillers, BOTOX, Dysport, PRP, and Jeuveau. The clinics wellness treatments include IV Infusions, weight loss, anti-aging, hormone replacement, and peptides. They provide hair restoration treatments such as medical treatment, laser cap, mesotherapy, PRP, and surgery. They also provide body sculpting treatments such as EmSculpt, Coolsculpting, truSculpt iD, mesotherapy, and Laser Liposculpting.

Dr. Emil Shakov is a board-certified surgeon at The Youth Fountain with extensive experience and training in advanced surgical techniques, advanced aesthetics, anti-aging, weight-loss, and hair transplantation. Fellowship trained in Advanced GI, Bariatrics, and Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), he continued to further his training and education at The American Academy of Procedural Medicine and The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine where he mastered aesthetic procedures, anti-aging, and medical weight-loss. Dr. Shakov brings his unique skill set to The Youth Fountain to provide a pleasant experience with the confidence you can trust.

Dr. Rada Shakov is a board-certified gastroenterologist at The Youth Fountain who specializes in all aspects of aesthetic medicine. She has extensive training in a variety of procedures and is always continuing her education to stay on the cutting edge of the newest and best practices. In practice since 2010, Dr. Shakov believes in seeing the patient as more than just their problem areas; taking an emphatic and whole-body approach.

A review of the clinics service by Rachel K. says, Dr. Rada Shakov and Dr. Emil Shakov are the finest doctors around. They are not only knowledgeable in their field but are also incredibly kind, helpful, and care tremendously about their patients. So happy with my outcome and I would highly recommend them and their wonderful office staff to anyone. I'm so glad I found them! More reviews can be viewed on the clinics GMB listing.

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A Harris Poll conducted on behalf of the American Psychological Association found that 2020 marked the first significant increase in American adults average stress levels since the annual survey began in 2007. The rise is undoubtedly linked to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic fallout, but nonetheless, stress has become its own epidemic in our country. As we look for ways to combat the daily tension that affects our minds, bodies and skin, one big wellness trend cant be ignored: adaptogens.

Used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic healing practices, adaptogens are herbs that, when consumed in foodsand supplements, help us create a state of resistance to a variety of stressors, including psychological and physiological stress, says David Winston, RH(AHG), clinical herbalist and author of Adaptogens; Herbs for Strength, Stamina and Stress Relief. They gently enhance and promote normal function for the endocrine, nervous, immune and reproductive systems. Essentially, adaptogens have the ability to help our bodies adapt (hence the name) to everyday changes and stressors. They support the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis that controls our stress response, hormones, sleep quality, energy reserves, immunity, and mood stability, explains Danielle Duboise, cofounder of wellness company Sakara Life.

They help us attune to the fight-or-flight rush of cortisol and adrenaline that happens when were stressed, so were not constantly pumped with inflammation-causing hormones. Many of us live in a constant state of stress, and our bodies dont know the difference between running late to a meeting and a lion chasing us, adds Duboise. When our bodies are in homeostasis, physiological stress levels naturally come down, and we can breathe deeply and feel powerful and beautiful inside and out.

Winston says newer research shows adaptogens also work on a cellular level, preventing the stress-induced shutdown of our mitochondria, our cells powerhouses. This explains why adaptogens can be so useful for treating conditions such as fibromyalgia, which is caused by HPA axis depletion and cortisol-induced mitochondrial dysfunction.

Though these super herbs are currently considered the darlings of the wellness industry, experts emphasize they are not a substitute for a healthy diet or lifestyle, and they are not a cure-all. Adaptogens will not make up for the fact that you are eating terribly, not getting enough sleep or exercise on a regular basis, smoking cigarettes, or in an unhappy marriage, says Winston. Where they can help is when someone who takes good care of themselves is going through a difficult timemaybe they have a new baby in the house or theyre working extra hours.

A great deal of hype and misinformation surrounds the benefits of herbs too. Though many herbs do fairly astounding things, not all fit the true criteria of an adaptogen, which means you must use discretion as a consumer, notes Duboise. In fact, according to Winston, there are only nine herbs with strong evidence for internal adaptogenic benefits: Asian ginseng, American ginseng, schisandra, rhodiola, eleuthero, ashwagandha, cordyceps, rhaponticum, and shilajit. Some adaptogens are soothing; others can have a stimulating effect. This is where the concept of body intelligence comes in, meaning you should pay attention to how your body reacts, says Duboise. These herbs are tools, but not a silver bullet, so get quiet with yourself, tune in and believe in the power of plants as medicine.

Adaptogens adjust to what the body needs, so as long as the recommended dose is taken, they are generally safe. However, those who are pregnant or have existing medical conditions should consult a doctor first. These herbs have a cumulative effect, so their potency is derived from taking them on a consistent basis, says Duboise. Creating rituals and noticing how your body feels is a great way to assess whether theyre enhancing your life and bringing you vitality, energy and pleasure.

In addition to Winstons nine proven adaptogens for the body, several other herbsreishi, turmeric, astragalus, chaga mushroom, holy basil, and othersalso possess antioxidant and healing benefits for the skin, though they dont function the same as when theyre consumed. Herbs classified as adaptogens have benefits for the skin, but there is no evidence that it is because they are adaptogens, Winston explains. It is because they may also contain phytochemicals that have wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, or emollient activity. Nonetheless, when skin is stressed, inflammation increases and hormone fluctuations cause a boost in cortisol that decreases circulation and compels our sebaceous glands to produce more oil, says Josh Rosebrook, founder of his eponymous skin-care line. This can be congesting for many skin types and exacerbate inflammatory conditions such as eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and acne. Herbs help bring the skin back into balance with an array of micronutrients.

According to New York dermatologist Dennis Gross, MD, stress can also manifest as dry patches, redness, dullness, tired eyes, flare-ups, lines, and wrinklessome experts agree skin is always stressed due to UV rays, pollution and other aggressors. When applied topically, adaptogens can increase blood flow to the skin and immediately reverse signs of stress, says Dr. Gross. But, as great as adaptogens are for the body, in order for them to really have an impact on the skin, they must have a proper delivery systemyou cant just rub mushrooms on your face.

Joe Cloyes, cofounder of skin-care brand Youth To The People, formulates products with reishi, rhodiola and ashwagandha, which he says are ideal for overexfoliated skin that needs to be healed and calmed. Their main goal is to nourish and protect the skin barrier.

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Ashwagandha: When consumed, this herb has proven stress-reducing powersDuboise says it also contains good-for-your-blood iron and helps balance out hunger hormonesbut Winston warns that because it also stimulates the thyroid, its best to consult a doctor before using. On the skin, ashwagandha is not only a potent antioxidant, but also a great ingredient for calming down stressed, irritated skin.

Asian Ginseng: Experts often recommend this stimulating adaptogen for those who are elderly or depleted of energy. Its also commonly found in Korean skin care, and particularly effective in anti-aging formulas to combat dullness and lackluster skin, notes skin-care blogger and YouTuber Rene Chow.

Chaga Mushroom: This particular mushroom tends to grow and survive in some of the most extreme environments, which makes it incredibly resilient and gives it both immune-boosting and skin-protective properties. It can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation and increase firmness and hydration in the skin, says Dr. Gross.

Holy Basil (Tulsi): Categorized as a possible adaptogen by Winston, holy basil is a calming herb and can be helpful for those who get brain fog or have metabolic syndrome. When used topically, Bay Harbor Islands, FL dermatologist Stacy Chimento, MD says its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties make it beneficial for someone with acne, atopic dermatitis or seborrheic dermatitis.

Rhodiola: Duboise says this herb has been studied extensively in regard to its DNA repair capabilities and support for adrenal fatigue, which occurs in situations of high stressthat burnt-out feelingwhen intense fatigue sets in. As a skin-care ingredient, Dr. Chimento praises rhodiolas high concentration of antioxidants, which fights free radicals and hyperpigmentation

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LAID BACK: Family nurse practitioner Ellyn Hill provides patients with an hour-long consultation at her New Alternatives office in Little Egg Harbor. (Photo by Monique M. Demopoulos)

Whether its locals struggling with addiction and looking for a recovery program or those simply wanting to bolster their health and wellness with preventative health care, New Alternatives, LLC, offers an integrated traditional and alternative medicine practice.

New Alternatives has taken up residence in what was formerly the Urgent Care office of Little Egg Harbor (1395 Route 539). Family nurse practitioner Ellyn Hill explained she and her partner, John Kulin, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, sold their Urgent Care practice to CityMD, which has offices in Manahawkin, Tuckerton and Lanoka Harbor.

We knew wed have this space, and we spent a year coming up with ideas to build off of what we do and what were already passionate about, explained Hill, who has practiced for over 21 years. The medical professionals wanted to cultivate a space to provide thorough, personalized patient care with a practice that intends to supplement, but not replace, traditional medicine.

Due to COVID-19, New Alternatives was not able to celebrate its opening with a public event, but the office is open and welcoming patients, with no referrals required. For the time being, only one patient is seen in the office at a time. Moreover, Kulin and Hill do their own registration and vitals, to limit the number of people in the building.

New Alternatives offers a wide range of services, such as Suboxone treatment for those recovering from substance abuse disorders. We see a lot of people in Urgent Care or the E.R. who need recovery, Hill said. Many of those patients, she added, are or have been in some type of recovery program. For those who are not in a recovery program, Ocean Mental Health has amazing resources for people with substance abuse disorders, she said. In conjunction with the patients primary care doctor and recovery program, Hill provides medication assisted treatment for opioid use.

Other treatments include complementary therapies, bio-identical hormone therapy, anti-aging medicine, medical marijuana prescribing, weight loss treatment and smoking cessation treatment.

Essentially, New Alternatives is a complement to the primary care doctor for people who want to maximize (their) health and well-being. That being said, anyone suffering from an acute, episodic illness is encouraged to consult their primary care physician. Preventative care as healthy lifestyle management is where Hills work at New Alternatives comes into play. So, while Hill wont treat a cold or virus, but shell help prevent it in the first place. In the interest of promoting wellness, she explained, I might suggest immune boosters, herbs and supplements such as elderberry, echinacea, zinc

New Alternatives is partnered with Emerson Ecologics, a carrier of a broad selection of high quality supplements. Also, Hill will refer her patients to good, reliable people to get information from, such as Pangaea Naturals or a local pharmacy. It is our goal, whenever possible, to source organic and sustainable (products).

New Alternatives is a fee-for-service facility, which allows for more personalized patient care. An initial visit is $200 for an hour consultation visit in a bright, organic-looking room. Most follow-up visits cost $100 for 30-minute appointments. Lab work and medications are separate, but rather than the standard physicians visit, patients of New Alternatives receive an elaborate panel that their physician will discuss with them in detail.

According to Hill, when working with insurance agencies, physicians are required to see anywhere between six and 10 patients per hour. You dont have an hour, she lamented. When you have a patient who needs an hour, you spend the rest of the day racing. Furthermore, in a traditional practice, your thyroid tests can be technically normal, but it wont be addressed, even if its on the lower end, Hill explained. In a preventative care practice, Hill added, lower levels are more likely to be addressed and treated, if necessary.

Our goal is not to have a one size fits all, but were also not a fast food service, Hill said, explaining they will not carelessly fulfill patient requests for therapy or medicine unless, through detailed assessment, it is found necessary. The ultimate objective is for patients to achieve wellness without the aid of medication. Id love to help people work towards not needing medicine. She emphasized, The goal is to really see what the individual problem is and give personalized care. But I still want you to see your primary care doctor.

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Jojoba Oil Marketshare is poised to witness a notable growth on account of its increasing applications across personal care and pharmaceutical industries. A native to the North America region, the plant thrives in harsh climate and produces a nut that is used to make oil with several healing properties. The wax produced from the nut can be used for personal care products and medicines.

The oil can be used to treat cuts, burns, sores, and bruises and is capable of soothing both sunburns and windburns. It can also be used as a cooking oil and exhibits features that help restore scalp and hair. Jojoba oil has 50% of unsaponifiable content as compared to other vegetable oils that contain only 2-3% of the same. Application of unsaponifiable oil on skin helps improve elastin formation, giving a lustrous hair and skin look while improving elasticity.

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Manufacturers across Japan have been convincing consumers to adopt the hair care regime similar to a skincare regime. The jojoba oil market from hair care applications in Japan has witnessed a massive rise owing to the aging population in the country. Jojoba oil acts as a moisturizer to the scalp and strengthens the hair, offering healthy growth which increases its use in hair care products.

With a lower rate of birth, elderly people in Japan sum up to about 35.57 million that accounts for about 28.1% of the entire population. It has been estimated that nearly 38% of the Japanese population will be aged over 65 by the year 2065, implying a higher demand for hair care products and influencing jojoba oil market outlook in the near future.

With the rising harsh environmental conditions, consumers have been seeking products that help protect their skin. The substance is capable of removing acne issues and can act as an anti-aging agent, that has encouraged major companies to manufacture anti-agent skin products comprising jojoba oil. Asia Pacific region has been experiencing significant growth in the demand for anti-aging products, rendering a positive impact on jojoba oil market trends over the years.

Jojoba oil is known to be rich in eicosanoid acid, erucic acid, and oleic acid that exhibit their own antiseptic, anti-inflammatory as well as antioxidants properties, further raising its demand across the pharmaceutical applications. It is essentially a suitable coating or carrier used in the preparations for medicines.

The U.S jojoba oil market has been dominating the pharmaceutical trends in terms of development and consumption with prescription spending accounting for nearly USD 500 billion in 2019, Europe following closely behind. As per Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers, the U.S. holds over half of the worlds research and development in pharmaceuticals which also includes significant spending over the uses of jojoba oil in medicine.

Increasing awareness regarding personal healthcare with the increase in the disposable income at hand in the U.S. has proliferated the jojoba oil industry share in the region. As the products highest producer in the world, North America will happen to be the major contributor to the business outlook in the coming years.

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Transparency Market Research (TMR) has ublished a new report titled, Dermal Fillers Market Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 20182026. According to the report, theglobal dermal fillers marketwas valued at US$ 2,584.9 Mn in 2017. It is projected to expand at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2018 to 2026. Expansion of the market can be attributed to technological advances leading to the development of newer hyaluronic acid dermal fillers with higher efficiency and long-lasting abilities, marketing strategies employed by market players, increasing awareness about these products on social media, and rising fad of anti-aging among people.

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Biodegradables is anticipated to be a lucrative segment

The report offers detailed segmentation of the global dermal fillers market. Based on product, the market has been classified into biodegradable and non-biodegradable. The biodegradable segment dominated the market in 2017. It is likely to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. Biodegradable dermal fillers usually consist of purified dermal components derived from animal, human, or bacterial sources. Expansion of the segment can be attributed to the high safety profile of these fillers and recent technological advances that offer longevity on the usage of biodegradable fillers.

Hyaluronic acid segment to expand at a robust CAGR

In terms of material, the dermal fillers market has been split into calcium hydroxylapatite, hyaluronic acid, collagen, poly-l-lactic acid, PMMA, fat, and others. The hyaluronic acid segment dominated the market in 2017. It is likely to maintain its dominance and expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period. More than 60% of dermal filler procedures performed globally are carried out with hyaluronic acid fillers. According to International Society of Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS), over 3,298,266 hyaluronic acid dermal filler procedures were performed annually. Additionally, technological advances have led to the development of various forms of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, which differ according to the concentration of hyaluronic acid and the degree of crosslinking. These are known to enhance the longevity of the filler effect. These factors are anticipated to drive the market.

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Rising fad of anti-aging driving the facial line correction treatment segment

Based on application, the dermal fillers market has been segregated into facial line correction treatment, lip enhancement, scar treatment, and others. The facial line correction treatment segment dominated the market in 2017. It is likely to continue the trend and expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period. Expansion of the segment can be attributed to the rising trend of anti-aging and increasing awareness about esthetic appearance among people. Additionally, facial line correction treatment appeals to varied age demographic, ranging from young adults to enhance their youthful features to middle-aged adults for volume restoration and older individuals to maintain age-related symptoms. Marketing strategies employed by market players, wherein celebrities promote their products, are fueling the desire among the population to mimic their favorite celebrities. This, in turn, is boosting the demand for facial line correction treatment procedures.

Dermatology clinics to expand at high CAGR

In terms of end-user, the market has been split into hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, dermatology clinics, and others. In terms of revenue, the hospitals segment dominated the market in 2017. It is likely to maintain the trend during the forecast period. However, the dermatology clinics segment is anticipated to expand at a robust growth rate during the forecast period. Robust expansion of the segment can be attributed to the increase in dermatology consultations and surge in preference for specialist dermatologists.

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Growth in Asia Pacific to be driven by Japan and India

In terms of revenue, North America dominated the global dermal fillers market in 2017. The U.S. was the major revenue generating country in the region. Expansion of the market in the country can be attributed to a rise in the number of dermal filler procedures performed annually. According to American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) over 2.3 million dermal filler procedures were performed in 2017, an increase of over 3% over 2016. The market in Asia Pacific is expected to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period. Expansion of the market in the region can be attributed to the increasing demand for dermal filler procedures in Japan, India, and China. Hyaluronic acid dermal filler procedures are highly common non-surgical procedures performed in various countries across Asia Pacific, including Japan, China, India, and Thailand.

Strategic acquisitions is a key strategy adopted by key players

The report provides profiles of leading players operating in the global dermal fillers market. These players include Allergan plc, Sinclair Pharma (a subsidiary of Huadong Medicine Ltd), Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA, Nestle Skin Health (Galderma), BioPlus Co., Ltd., Bioxis pharmaceuticals, SCULPT Luxury Dermal Fillers LTD, Dr. Korman Laboratories Ltd., Prollenium Medical Technologies, Advanced Aesthetic Technologies, Inc., and TEOXANE Laboratories. For instance, in 2014, Nestle acquired several dermatology brands owned by Canada-based pharmaceuticals group Valeant, which added a range of dermal fillers to the Nestle skincare business. Nestles skincare business was established through the acquisition of Galderma. In the same year, Allergan acquired Aline hyaluronic acid (HA) thread technology from Aline Aesthetics, a wholly owned subsidiary of TauTona Group.

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Longer life-expectancy is a cumulative effect of a healthy lifestyle and favorable environmental conditions. A trend of continuously increasing life expectancy has been a witness since a decade, primarily because of advances in medical sciences and treatment of chronic life-threatening diseases, availability of clean water and environment and other factors. This trend is projected to further show even more exponential growth graph owing to the anti-aging medicines, stem cell therapeutics, genetic screening and interventions, and high-tech biomedicines. American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine claimed that anti-aging medicines can add up to 10-20 years to the life expectancy of a human. Today, a combination of calorie-restricted diet, regular exercise, and anti-aging medicines are claimed to slow the process of senescence and aging. Various medicines used against the treatment of acute or chronic diseases can be considered as anti-aging medicines, however, to define anti-aging medicine market we have considered only the drugs that are directly prescribed and used for delaying the effects of aging.

The constantly growing demand to look young in old individuals and to remain young and youthful in young people drive the anti-aging market. The influence of aesthetics from the fashion and television industry propel the demand to retain the features and energy of younger age in old people. Additionally, the increasing number of anti-aging medicine manufacturers in the decade contribute to higher availability of the anti-aging medicine resulting in expansion of the global anti-aging medicine market. However, skeptical approach to anti-aging medicine as being an external stimulator of cell-cycles is a restraint to the expansion of anti-aging medicine market.

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The rising demand for beauty consciousness amongst people and the desire to stay young is the primary factor fueling the growth of anti-aging medicines in the market. The acclaimed benefits of the products and affordability along with regional presence compel the demand for anti-aging medicine in the global market. Hormonal replacement therapy segment in product type is expected to account maximum market share in the terms of revenue in the global anti-aging medicine market. However, antioxidant therapy segment in product type is expected to grow with the highest CAGR over the forecast years owing to the rising awareness about the plethora of benefits of antioxidants in anti-aging among the public. On the basis of the route of administration, the global anti-aging medicine market is segmented as oral, injectable and topical, out of which oral segment is expected to generate maximum revenue share over the forecast period. As per the distribution channel, the global anti-aging medicine market is segmented as hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, e-commerce, and drug stores. The e-commerce segment in the distribution channel is estimated to grow with the highest CAGR over the forecast time.

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Regionally, the global anti-aging medicine market is segmented into five key regions viz. North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. North America anti-aging medicine market is projected to account for the largest market share in the terms of revenue in the global anti-aging medicine market owing to the higher healthcare expenditure and presence of numerous manufacturers. Europe is expected to hold the second largest share in the global anti-aging medicine market during the forecast period because of the growing geriatric population and higher spending on healthcare products and supplements. MEA anti-aging medicine market is expected to witness sluggish growth over the forecast time owing to the limited presence of manufacturers and lower healthcare expenditure. Asia Pacific is projected to grow with the highest CAGR over the forecast years in the global anti-aging medicine market due to higher demand from end users and regional penetration of the key players in the region.

Some of the players operating in the global anti-aging medicine market are Pfizer, Evolution GmbH, Himalaya Global Holdings Ltd., Cipla Limited, Mylan Laboratories, Novartis, Merck Group, Vitabiotics, William Ransom & Son Holdings Plc, Uni-Vite Healthcare and Health Made Easy Limited amongst others.

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Wellness describes itself as complete physical mental and social well-being. It comprises all the components used to lead a healthy life. Wellness is multidirectional and constitutes social, emotional, physical, spiritual, intellectual and emotional wellbeing. According to National Wellness Institute, two more component of wellness includes cultural and environmental wellness. Mental health and well-being are an integral and essential component of health. Wellness goes further than disease or disability and highlights the maintenance and improvement of health and well-being of the person. Wellness includes activities that improve health, enhance the quality of life and increase the levels of well-being of the person. Different types of wellness include workplace wellness, wellness tourism, lifestyle wellness and others. In order to help prevent disease, reduce stress, and enhance the overall quality of life Global Wellness Institute (GWI) organizes e Global Spa & Wellness Summit (GSWS) annually, that brings together leaders and visionaries to discuss various aspects of health and wellbeing.

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Nowadays, people are focusing on preventive, proactive aspects of wellness, wellness economy incorporates industrial sector that enables consumers to incorporate wellness into their lives. Consumers are inclining towards preventive measures to prevent diseases and maintain good health. The key sector of wellness includes wellness tourism, fitness, complementary & alternative medicine, lifestyle wellness, rejuvenation and spa industry, workplace wellness and others.

Wellness is self-responsibility and is opening new opportunities for wellness market as due to increase in geriatric population, rise in disease population due to sedentary lifestyle, new research on wellness procedures using alternative medicines, expansion of consumer base and wellness industries, tourism is growing, that will incorporate wellness into travel, shift of consumers towards personal care products are some of the factors that will drive the medical wellness market. The awareness about medical wellness will help consumers, spread wellness to homes and their workplace and help the right way to exercise, include healthy eating in their diet, focus on preventive and personalized health and others. Lack of awareness about medical wellness, rise in products and services of wellness industry, lack of workforce and others are some of the factors restraining the market growth.

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The global medical wellness market is segmented into wellness sector and distribution channel. Based on the wellness sector, the medical wellness market is segmented into complementary and alternative medicine, beauty care and anti-aging (surgical and non-surgical), preventative and personalized medicine, healthy eating, nutrition and weight loss, rejuvenation and others. The beauty care and anti- aging segment will dominate the wellness market due to rise in number of aesthetics procedures and increase in number of beauty care wellness sectors. Based on the end user, the medical wellness market is segmented as franchise and company owned outlets. The global medical wellness market is going to increase significantly is near future due to shift of consumers towards proactive approaches and include wellness in day to day life

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By regional presence, the global medical wellness market is segmented into five broad regions viz. North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa. North America market is expected to dominate in terms of revenue share, owing to the high availability of advanced products and services, wellness tourism, expenditures growth, , increasing penetration of leading companies in the region along with increase in patient population. Significant economic development has led to an increase in healthcare availability in Asia Pacific region, growing number of multi-specialty care centers, rejuvenation and fitness centers and penetration of global players in Asia is expected to fuel the medical wellness market

Some of the major players in medical wellness market are Enrich Hair & Skin Solutions, VLCC Wellness Center, Guardian Lifecare, Healthkart, WTS International, The Body Holiday, Bon Vital, Biologique Recherch, MINDBODY Inc., Massage Envy, ClearCost Health, Golds Gym International, Inc., World Gym, Spafinder Wellness 365, Kaya Skin Clinic, Body master.

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Everyone is buzzing about Netflix's latest journey into the wellness space, (Un)Well, a short docuseries that comes on heels of this year's The Goop Lab and follows in the footsteps of popular shows like What the Health. (Un)Well has attracted a bit of heat for featuring somewhat controversial products and topics, but the series owns the fact that it's looking at new approaches to medicine that stray from the path of traditional methods and often lack sufficient research or clinical input to prove their efficacy. One particularly controversial episode dove into what's commonly referred to as bee venom therapy.

Officially known as apitherapy, bee sting therapy is a holistic practice that uses bee venom to treat illnesses ranging from arthritis to Lyme disease. Beyond physical treatments, (Un)Well also shows that bee venom itself is used as an ingredient in facial masks and other topical products as well; advocates even float potential improvement in symptoms for those who live with multiple sclerosis (MS). And while the show's directors definitely entice viewers to want to learn more about bee venom, they don't necessarily cover all the side effects and risks you should know about.

You might be wondering: What's the catch? Are there any drawbacks to exposing yourself to bee venom? And is there any validity to claims about these holistic treatments? We spoke to experts in the field to find out what they have to say about bee sting therapy and bee venom beauty products.

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Bee venom is released through the stingers when bees feel threatened, and the venom has historically been used for several illnesses as it is believed to have various medicinal properties, explains Sunitha D. Posina, M.D., a board-certified internist and locum hospitalist based in New York City.

Dr. Posina adds that bee venom in its simplest form does contain anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory compounds, including one known as melittin, which has 26 amino acids and contributes to about 50% of the venom's dry weight. It is believed to have positive and negative effects, depending on the dose being used, she tells Good Housekeeping. It also contains other components including phospholipase A2, apamin and adolapim, all of which have been studied for potential anti-inflammatory effects and pro-inflammatory effects.

As portrayed on the documentary, bee sting therapy involves a practitioner placing a bee on a certain area of the body (more often than not an area that is painful for one reason or another). The bee proceeds to sting the patient's skin, and rather than remove the bee's stinger immediately, the practitioner may leave it in there for several seconds. But the most important thing to note is that practitioners are involved, says Amy Rothenberg, N.D., a naturopathic physician who heads up Naturopathic Health Care in Massachusetts.

"Some people are sensitive to bee stings [while] others have anaphylactic responses so any kind of bee sting therapy, per se, should be done with guidance and care," says Rothenberg, adding that she believes it may "help [treat] certain nervous system ailments like Parkinsons disease, and ALS."

Her main takeaway? It's worthwhile to dig deeper and not dismiss bee venom therapy. "Apitoxin contains peptides and enzymes that have been shown to decrease inflammation," says Rothenberg. "There are some studies that show anti-cancer effect and impact on immune system illnesses, [so] there is enough research to date to warrant broader studies to assess the efficacy of using bee venom therapy in the medical setting," she explains.

As seen in the docuseries, bee venom is also painstakingly sourced for pricey beauty creams and treatments that target the anti-aging market. In the cosmetic world, bee venom is believed to trick the skin into a stinging effect, resulting in increased blood flow to the skin and stimulating collagen synthesis, Dr. Posina says. Manufacturers often use it in skincare products like serums, moisturizers and face masks that are designed to target wrinkles with the venom's antimicrobial effects.

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"It's like having your picture taken with a soft focus lens," Deborah Mitchell, founder of U.K.-based Heaven Skincare, says in the documentary when asked to explain her bee venom products' effects.

Although bee venom has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties, there isn't one piece of singular evidence or sound collective data in regard to its clinical effectiveness. "There are a few small studies done on its benefits in terms of skin health, inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid arthritis," Dr. Posina explains, but its not enough to say it is definitively a helpful holistic practice for treating medical conditions.

"A randomized control study done in China in 120 people showed that bee-venom acupuncture showed some symptomatic relief similar to Rheumatoid arthritis medications such as Methotrexate and Celecoxib, she adds. However, we do need larger studies, including randomized control trials, to know that its effects are substantial and to initiate these treatments."

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Those who turn to bee venom for topical beauty treatments, however, may actually be onto something. Experts say the venom could potentially manage aging effects on skin: "In skin, there is some evidence suggesting its antimicrobial and anti-wrinkle effects. One study showed increased collagen protein synthesis, stimulated skin cell turnover, and recovery of damaged cells," Dr. Posina says. But many leading healthcare experts agree: There needs to be more scientific evidence to validate any benefits before consumers can feel comfortable about any claims.

There isn't substantial scientific evidence about its benefits, yes, but Dr. Posina also adds that research also lacks in terms of its negative side effects. That said, one of the most important risks to be aware of is the risk of a severe allergic reaction, such as anaphylactic shock, which can result in death if not treated immediately, Dr. Posina warns.

Also, you'll need to consider the bees. Honeybees in particular are extremely important and essential for our environment as they contribute to about 80% of the pollination of flowers, fruits, and vegetables so experts stress that consumers need to consider the agricultural impact these treatments and products could have overtime. For more than a decade now, it is noted that there is a significant reduction in the number of bee colonies. It is believed that it is due to aggressive farming methods, chemical and pesticide use, pollution, global warming and disease spread through a parasite, Dr. Posina adds.

Sting therapy results in a long, slow death for honeybees specifically, as they leave their stingers behind, but nonlethal venom extraction for all kinds of bees is also invasive. "The modern techniques light electric current administered via a glass pane of obtaining bee venom have been less painful and nonlethal compared to the original methods. However, given that we still cause some discomfort in this process, we have to be more considerate about being cruelty-free and avoid causing any pain or harm to the bees, Dr. Posina argues.

All experts consulted agreed: Never attempt apitherapy at home or unsupervised without guidance from qualified healthcare professionals. You should always speak with your healthcare provider about any forms of long-term treatment or use of new topical treatments in your routine.

The bottom line: Dont think of bee sting therapy as a cure-all approach to MS, Rheumatoid arthritis or Lyme disease sadly, it is not yet. There is not enough credible research for most doctors to recommend it as a form of treatment. "[Bee venom] may serve a purpose if studied further for using it for anti-inflammatory benefits, especially if there are no significant side effects given that the traditional Rheumatoid arthritis medications come with their own set of side effect profiles, Dr. Posina says. Plus, there may even be more ways to use bee venom for long-term treatment that could be unlocked on the horizon, Rothenberg adds. "There are some studies that show anti-cancer effect and impact on immune system illnesses, [so] there is enough research to date to warrant broader studies to assess the efficacy of using bee venom therapy in the medical setting," she explains.

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Trusted Business Insights presents an updated and Latest Study on Medical Lasers Market 2019-2029. The report contains market predictions related to market size, revenue, production, CAGR, Consumption, gross margin, price, and other substantial factors. While emphasizing the key driving and restraining forces for this market, the report also offers a complete study of the future trends and developments of the market.The report further elaborates on the micro and macroeconomic aspects including the socio-political landscape that is anticipated to shape the demand of the Medical Lasers market during the forecast period (2019-2029).It also examines the role of the leading market players involved in the industry including their corporate overview, financial summary, and SWOT analysis.

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The global medical laser market size was USD 3,778.9 million in 2018 and Is projected to reach USD 12,327.8 million by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 15.9% in the forecast period.

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Laser therapy is a medical treatment that uses an intense beam of light to cut, burn, or destroy tissue. The term LASER stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Medical lasers are used in many areas of medical treatment. The earliest medical lasers were applied in ophthalmology and dermatology. A medical laser is a non-invasive and intensive light source to treat tissue and provides fast healing and without scarring and discoloration.

The escalating need for medical lasers for the treatment of several diseases and intensifying need for non-invasive treatments are some of the factors propelling the medical laser market growth. The increasing demand for the aesthetic laser procedures in the developing countries is anticipated to boost the medical laser market share.

Rising Demand for Minimally Invasive Procedures, are some of the Factors Driving the Growth of the Global Medical Lasers Market

The rising demand and adoption of minimally invasive procedures, an increase in the number of cosmetic procedures, and increasing incidence of eye disorders are some of the major factors boosting the demand for the laser treatments, subsequently driving the demand for medical lasers. Increasing prevalence of congenital heart diseases, coronary artery diseases, glaucoma, age-related macular edema, and other diseases is another major factor anticipated to drive the medical lasers industry growth.

In October 2018 Lumenis introduced a new laser hair removal system, SPLENDOR X, at the 2018 American Society of Dermatological Surgery (ASDS). SPLENDOR X, the first solid-state laser system equipped with the unique BLEND X technology for fast and effective hair removal and skin solutions.

The introduction of new medical lasers, with procedure-specific applications, and innovative technology integration in these medical laser systems, are some of the major factors projected to drive the market growth during forecast period. According to American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), approximately 17.5 million surgical and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2017, with a 2 percent increase over 2016. The increasing number of cosmetic procedures, combined with market players offering innovative systems are factors propelling the medical laser market sales in 2018.

However, a comparatively higher cost of laser systems is driving the rising preference of healthcare settings towards the purchase of refurbished systems, especially in emerging countries. This has been a major restraining factor for the growth of the global medical lasers market.Market Segmentation

Based on the type, the medical laser market segments include surgical lasers, dental lasers, aesthetic lasers, and others. The aesthetic lasers segment dominated medical laser market share in 2018. The aesthetic laser segment is anticipated to grow at a comparatively high CAGR due to the increased number of minimally invasive cosmetic surgical procedures. The segment accounted for 47.0% share of the market in 2018.

Based on the product, the global market segments include laser systems and consumables. Consumables include probes, laser fibers, accessories for head and neck and others. The increasing number of consumables used per laser system is propelling the consumables segment growth. Around 100-140 consumables are used per year per system. Rising demand for the surgeries will subsequently increase the demand for the consumables leading to significant growth of the consumables segment. Based on end users, the global market segments include hospitals and specialty clinics. The rising number of aesthetic clinics and growing demand for new unit shipments of medical lasers by healthcare facilities in emerging countries, is propelling the medical laser market growth.

Regional Analysis

Escalating Healthcare Expenditure, and Increasing Number of Cosmetic Surgeries Are Propelling Market Growth in North America

North America dominated the global medical laser market revenue in 2018 and is projected to show the same trend over the forecast period of 2019-2026. The increasing demand for minimally invasive medical procedures, high preference for cosmetic procedures, and high adoption rate of novel technologies in U.S., are the primary factors responsible for the higher market share in North America in the global market.North America Medical Lasers Market Size, 2018

Asia Pacific accounted for the second largest market share in 2018, followed by Europe. Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness the fastest growth in the market, due to developing healthcare infrastructure, and increasing number of medical laser centers. In addition, increasing demand for anti-aging treatment and rise in a number of hair removal procedures are some factors anticipated to increase the demand of the aesthetic lasers, hence propelling the medical laser market growth. The medical lasers sales in Latin America and Middle East and Africa are expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period of 2019-2026.

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El.En. S.p.A., Lumenis, and Ellex Medical Lasers Ltd., Dominated the Global Medical Lasers Market in 2018The medical laser market is a semi-consolidated market with the top three players accounting for a significant share of the market in 2018. A well-established brand presence in the medical lasers segment, combined with a strong product portfolio of medical lasers, has been influential in the dominance of these players in the medical laser market report. Lumenis is one of the prominent players in the global medical laser industry, offering a wide range of products in different application segments such as surgical, aesthetics and ophthalmology.

The aesthetic laser systems by Lumenis are used for hair removal, tattoo removal, scar removal and others. In April 2019, Lumenis introduced a New Skin Rejuvenating Technology, Legend Pro+, at the 17th Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress conference in Monte-Carlo, Monaco from 4th -6th April, 2019. In January 2015, Lumenis launched ResurFX laser system for fractional non-ablative skin resurfacing treatments.

The launch of new products by the company will help to remain as one of the strong market player in the medical laser systems market. However, other market players are expanding their portfolio of medical lasers especially in the cosmetic lasers, along with focusing on the expansion of geographic presence and strengthening their distribution channel, and are expected to gain market share during the forecast period.

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According to the Refractive Surgery Council, laser vision correction procedure volume increased in the U.S. procedure volume increased by 6.2% from 2017 with more than 843,000 procedures performed having an upward trend in processes such as LASIK, PRK, and others. In the areas of skincare and dermatology, the focus has now shifted from conventional methods of treatment to advance technologies. The adoption of the minimally invasive anti-aging, skin lighting, pigmentation removal treatment is anticipated upsurge the market growth during the forecast period.

The increasing number of eye disorders, subsequently increasing the number of non-invasive surgeries performed using the laser systems is likely to boost the medical lasers market growth. Technological advancements in the medical lasers systems are one of the major factor anticipated to drive the medical laser market growth during the forecast period of 2019-2026.

The report provides qualitative and quantitative insights on the medical lasers industry trends and detailed analysis of market size and growth rate for all possible segments in the market. The global market segments include product, type, end user, and geography. Based on the type, the market segments include surgical lasers, dental lasers, aesthetic lasers, and others.

Based on product, the medical laser market segments include laser systems and consumables. Based on end user, the market segments include hospitals and specialty clinics. Geographically, the global market is segmented into five major regions, which are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The regions are further categorized into countries.

Along with this, the report analysis includes medical laser market analysis dynamics and competitive landscape. Various key insights provided in the report are the technological advancements in the field of medical lasers, new product launches, by key players, detailed product portfolio, by key players, pricing analysis of medical lasers, by key players, overview of medical laser surgical procedures, by key regions, key mergers & acquisitions, by key players and others.

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In May 2018, OmniGuide launched C-LAS Line of Sight CO2 Laser System. The medical laser system is the latest addition to the laser portfolio that offers CO2 tissue sparing properties.

In October 2017, Lumenis India launched Moses holmium medical laser technology for urology. The technology has been designed to significantly reduce retropulsion during lithotripsy, enabling significantly minimized stone migration and a more efficient procedure.

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Good lifestyle choices exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, not smoking, and drinking in moderation obviously makes a big difference in staying healthy. Research in the last few decades has shown, however, that environmental exposures may also contribute to major diseases and health problems that disproportionately affect men, including heart disease, prostate cancer, infertility, and skin cancer.

These exposures involve a number of toxic substances that turn up in food, food packaging, drinking water, and personal care products. Fortunately, there are simple steps men can take to significantly lower their risks.

For example, risk factors for heart disease have been linked to mercury from certain seafoods, Teflon chemicals in non-stick cookware, bisphenol-A (BPA) in hard plastic containers, and canned foods, as well as the arsenic and lead in much of the nations drinking water.

Similarly, prostate cell damage has been traced to the plastics chemical BPA and the heavy metal cadmium. Increased prostate cancer risk has been associated with certain agricultural pesticides common on some fruits and vegetables and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) that build up in meat and dairy products.

And while many people mistakenly think of infertility as primarily a womans problem, the fact is that in about 40% of infertile couples, its the male who is either the sole or a contributing source of the problem. Several studies have tied sperm deficiency to a variety of environmental factors, including exposures to lead, chemicals in personal care products, and pesticides.

Skin cancer is also an especially important issue for men, who are at a higher risk than women of developing and dying from melanoma, the deadliest form.

While many believe that theres not much a man can do about his genetics, this is a common misconception. In fact, many interventions exist that will fix a mans genetic makeup. That is because its not always about what genes you have, but its about what genes are turned on and which ones are turned off.

A huge reason why you will feel better is that you will be turning on good genes and turning off bad genes. This is called epigenetics, which is why you will start feeling so much better. By reversing your current health problems and preventing new ones from starting, you will be empowered to thrive with a healthier lifestyle.

Aside from genetics, there are lots of ways to reduce potentially harmful environmental exposures. Here are five steps you can take immediately:

Invest in the right in-home water filter system to reduce your exposure to lead, arsenic, and other drinking water contaminants.

2. Spot and Avoid Products with BPA

Avoid canned foods and plastic containers with the recycling code No. 7 to lower your exposure to BPA dramatically.

At the supermarket, choose the conventionally grown fruits and vegetables that have the fewest pesticide residues and buy organic versions of those.

4. Know the Grooming Ingredients

When buying deodorant, soap, lotions, and shampoos, consult http://www.EWG.org/skindeep which is an extensive database of nearly 80,000 personal care products to highlight those products that are free of toxic chemicals.

Learn more about skin cancer and melanoma, use proper sun protection, and get regular skin checks with a dermatologist.

Liberally apply sunscreen about 20 to 30 minutes before going outside. And dont forget your ears, scalp, back of neck, and the tops of your feet. Some of the worse burns occur there. Because the sun emits two types of harmful rays UVA and UVB your sunscreen should provide broad-spectrum protection against both.

The specialists at Bingham Healthcare Dermatology highly recommend using sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or greater with the physical UV blockers zinc oxide. (Avoid sunscreens that contain titanium dioxide as studies have shown this could lead to decreased testosterone levels.)

About David J. Bilstrom, MD

Dr. Bilstrom is director of the International Autoimmune Institute & Bingham Memorial Center for Functional Medicine, which is the first medical center in the country to treat all types of autoimmune diseases. It is also the first to use nature, and its ability to improve human health and well-being, as an integral part of a wellness program.

He is quadruple board certified in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Medical Acupuncture. He has extensive experience in Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine, Acupuncture, Integrative Medicine, and Complementary and Alternative Medicines.

Dr. Bilstrom works closely with experts in a number of medical specialties to evaluate, diagnose and treat chronic and autoimmune diseases. He is always welcoming new patients at his office within the Bingham Specialty Plaza in Blackfoot. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (208) 782-2444.

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Gopesh Patel, RPh, of VLS Pharmacy in Brooklyn, New York, and New Drug Loft in New York City, has been named PCCAs 2020 M. George Webber, PhD, Compounding Pharmacist of the Year.Photo Credit: New Drug Loft

Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA) named Indian-American Gopesh Patel, of VLS Pharmacy in and New Drug Loft in New York City,as its 2020 M. George Webber, PhD, Compounding Pharmacist of the Year.

More than 1,300 compounders from the U.S., Canada, Australia and beyond attended the companys virtual International Seminar 2020 on November 6 where PCCA President Jim Smith announced Patels award.

Smith had presented the award to Patel on October 26, on a Zoom call where Patels family and pharmacy staff also joined him to celebrate the honor.

Thank you for this honor. Im truly humbled by it, Patel I quoted saying in a press release. I always want to serve anyone who has a problem or a difficult time. I like to help them. Thats how my family grew up, thats what Im following, and I tell my daughters to do the same. I like teaching and sharing with others, so that we can save lives. My reward has always been helping people feel better, he added.

The award is presented annually to an independent pharmacist who has demonstrated service excellence to patients, health care providers and pharmacy colleagues, according to the press release. The award is named after the late M. George Webber, PhD who was a longtime professor with the University of Houston College of Pharmacy and was instrumental in founing PCCA in 1981.

What an honor it is to have someone of Gopeshs caliber and character blessing the lives of patients in his community and blessing those in the PCCA community, Smith is quoted saying in the release. In 2020, his care and compassion especially stood out through his work with patients afflicted with COVID-19 and their physicians, and his commitment to protect the members of his community with hand sanitizer donations and much more. Were all enriched because of our knowledge of him and our friendship with him.

According to his bio on New Drug Lofts website, Patel is a PCCA member since 2009, and is the compounding pharmacist-in-charge and owner at VLS Pharmacy and New Drug Loft. A 1979 graduate of MS University in Baroda, India, Patel has extensive clinical knowledge in hormone replacement therapy, dermatology, urology and IV therapy.

Patel is also a member of the Pharmacists Society of the State of New York, Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and American College for Advancement in Medicine.

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A new study led by the University of Edinburgh and Queen Mary University of London has identified a protein that plays a crucial role in protecting the bodys blood stem cells from damage during infection, a finding that could lead to new ways to slow down the aging process.

Hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) are found in bone marrow, and from there they produce other blood and immune cells. When an infection strikes the body, HSCs are known to ramp up production to fight it off but thats raised some questions for scientists in the past. In particular, how do they protect themselves from damage while working overtime?

We know that inflammatory pathways induced by infection force blood stem cells to rapidly produce immune cells to help combat infections, says Kamil Kranc, corresponding author of the study. However, these pathways can eventually exhaust stem cells or cause their premature aging, and it is important to understand how this can be stopped.

In the new study, the researchers identified a protein called YTHDF2 that seems to be responsible for this important job. When an infection arises, the HSCs produce far more immune cells, but at the same time that triggers inflammatory processes that can damage the stem cells. The study found that the YTHDF2 protein regulates genes that control those inflammatory processes, protecting the stem cells from premature aging.

To investigate the role of YTHDF2, the team engineered mice to be deficient in the protein, then administered a chemical that acts like a viral infection. Sure enough, the mices HSCs appeared to suffer chronic inflammation, altering the production of different blood cell types. Interestingly, the blood of these young animals began to resemble that of much older mice.

The new study seems to agree with previous reports that blood transfusions from young animals to older ones can improve the health of the recipient, and even slow the progression of diseases like Alzheimer's. As such, the team says that future work could investigate whether manipulating levels of YTHDF2 may be a potential anti-aging treatment.

The research was published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine.

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A CapeTalk listener named Caro has suffered serious lung damage after inhaling harmful gas during an ozone therapy treatment session.

Oxygen chamber therapy is a popular procedure in which users climb into an ozone pod with their head out of the top of the pod while steam and an ozone/oxygen mixture circulates inside the unit.

Caro booked an appointment for an ozone treatment at a beauty salon called Skin in Hout Bay last month.

She ended up inhaling gas when the tank was hastily opened due to an equipment malfunction during her treatment.

While the beauty salon has paid for her medical bills, Caro says her breathing has been significantly impaired and she currently uses an inhaler because of ongoing respiratory side effects.

"I now have to use a steroid inhaler daily and go for more tests in three months to see if there is an improvement. I cannot tell you how debilitating and anxious this has made me", Caro has told consumer journalist Wendy Knowler.

Knowler says ozone therapy is often marketed as a wellness treatment that has a range of medical benefits, including immune-boosting properties and skin rejuvenation.

It's often punted as an anti-aging and detoxifying treatment. Typically, the marketing will claim that ozone therapy helps with everything from weight loss to skin rejuvenation, that it helps clear the lymphatic system, and that it can help boost the immune system and reset the body into healing and rejuvenation mode.

Given that it's 2020, some of the marketing here and abroad is on the back of boosting the immune system in light of Covid-19.

However, medical doctor Dr. Harris Steinman says ozone therapy is a scam which can have harmful health consequences

He says the medical benefits of ozone therapy have not been scientifically proven, and it remains a controversial form of alternative medicine.

In 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States stated that ozone is toxic and has no proven medical applications.

Dr. Steinman warns that unqualified people are administering ozone and making false health claims without any regulatory oversight.

Ozone therapy is one of the biggest scams around, practiced by a lot of alternative medicine users based on very flimsy research.

Ozone can be extremely harmful, not just to the skin, on inhalation, it can cause lung damage and there have been reported deaths from ozone therapy.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had ripple effects on industries throughout the world. While it's been an incredibly difficult year, the pandemic has proved that life still goes on in the face of adversity, and specific industries can weather the storm better than others. Though it is not an easy time to be in business or seek various services, the medical aestheticsand anti-aging market have experienced a high level of resilience during this tumultuous year.

According to a market research report by Technavio, "the medical aesthetics market is poised to grow by USD 7.64 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of 7 percentduring the forecast period."

Although I dont endorse medicalcosmetic procedures, asa fashionand beautyinfluencer, Im always curious to know the latest trends that impact the fashion industry in one way or the other.Irecently connected withAnush Movsesian, a top nurse practitioner in aesthetics and cosmetic medicine. She shares her thoughts on what has helped keep cosmetic medicine unaffected by the global pandemic.

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Pandemic or not, aging is something we continue to face, and it's something we shouldn't ignore. Movsesian explains, "Anti-aging is all about consistent care, and we have to make sure we stick with our appointments and our routines." Movsesian understands that results are achieved through consistency, and when we let it go, we often have to go back to where we started. People aren't giving up on their routines, and they are keeping up with their appointments.However, she also states that beauty enthusiasts must not vie for unrealistic results that can do more harm than good to their facial aesthetics.Its always good to consult a medical professional and get realistic and achievable beauty advice. I'm a firm believer that even though everyone wants to enhance their own beauty,people must draw a line and control obsessions to look like an Instagram filter.

In the face of the pandemic, we've seen self-care skyrocket in terms of prioritization, and rightfully so. Society has realized just how important self-care is, and aesthetics are a big part of that. Something I am thrilled to see come out of this pandemic is a renewed commitment totaking better care of ourselves. This includes everything from eating better to exercisingto cosmetic procedures. I learned in my conversation with Movsesian that self-care is best when individuals take a well-rounded approach. With advancements in technology, more people today, regardless of gender, are including aesthetics in their general self-care practices to achieve better looks and gratification.

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While self-care is incredibly important right now, safety is still a valid concern. "Because licensed medical professionals practice aesthetics and anti-aging, there is no question that safety is being taken very seriously," Movsesian says. "I strongly believe that cleanliness never has and will never be taken lightly in our industry, so these measures are not new to us. Getting an aesthetic or anti-aging procedure is low-risk when you know you're getting it from a licensed professional."

If anything, the pandemic has brought about an increased interest in anti-aging and aesthetics as people realize how essential self-care is to our vitality and how inherently safe these procedures are. Talking to Movsesian clarifies how important a role the industry plays in our overall health and wellness while proving its tenacity. The future for aesthetics looks bright as we put our best foot forward.

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During the Tang Dynasty (618-907), imperial consort, Yang Yuhuan was considered one of Chinas four great beauties, admired for her youthful and glowing skin. Her secret? According to China Today, she regularly ate Ejiao, aka collagen derived from donkey hide. Many centuries on, the protein, found in the connective tissue and bones of animals, is still a controversial topic in the beauty world.

Collagen is a major component of skin, acting to strengthen cells and retain the skins natural elasticity, which decreases as we age. Serums, creams, and supplements with collagen now line the shelves at Sephora, Whole Foods, even Costco, all boasting anti-aging and skin-plumping benefits. But how effective is collagen? And do you really need to use animal-derived products to achieve its purported results?

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. Registered dietician Kerri-Ann Jennings explains: Its one of the major building blocks of bones, skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Collagen is also found in many other body parts, including blood vessels, corneas, and teeth.

She adds: You can think of it as the glue that holds all these things together. In fact, the word comes from the Greek word kolla, which means glue.

Collagen keeps our skin plump and wrinkle-free, but as we age, we dont produce as much.

After the age of 30, both women and men lose around one percent of their collagen per year. According to the International Dermal Institute, for women, this escalates during menopause. During the first five years, up to 30 percent of the female bodys collagen can be lost. After that, the loss slows down to around 2 percent per year.

Dermatologist Whitney Bowe told WebMD: As we get older, we break [collagen] down faster than we can replace it.

This is why collagen supplements have become such a buzz ingredient in the beauty industry. Many believe that taking the protein from the connective tissue of other animals, like chickens and pigs, can help improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

In 2020, collagen is still hailed by some as a fountain of youth. Its not just for the elite, and its not just used in China, its global. In fact, the collagen market is expected to reach $7.5 billion USD by 2025.

There are studies, like this one conducted in 2014 and this one from 2019, that do support claims that collagen supplements can help improve skin elasticity. But some experts are still wary, due to other potential health risks. Ground-up animal parts can contain contaminants and heavy metals.

Mark Moyad, director of the University of Michigan Medical Centers complementary and alternative medicine program, told WebMD: I think the elephant in the room here is safety. He added: We are talking about ground-up fish, chicken, pig, and cow parts, and these parts tend to act as sponges for contaminants and heavy metals.

Last year, one study by ConsumerLab, a supplement testing company, tested 14 collagen supplements. One of those supplements had high levels of cadmium. The heavy metal is harmful to humans; long-term exposure may even lead to cancer and organ system toxicity.

A white paper report, published by the Organic Consumers Association and non-profit the Clean Label Project, tested 30 collagen products, all of which were available to purchase through Amazon. It found that 34 percent had trace levels of mercury, 37 percent were positive for lead, and 17 percent tested positive for cadmium.

The report found that four of the products tested did not meet standards relating to maximum heavy metal limits. Due to its lack of peer review, the Collagen Stewardship Alliance disputed the papers findings, but a spokesperson told Nutrition Insight that collagen supplements exceeding maximum limits was clearly unacceptable.

When it comes to heavy metals, lots of products tested look great, a spokesperson for the Clean Label Project said. Some products dont this is important information for consumers of any food products, but especially those consumers whose health concerns drive their buying decisions around supplements.

Not everyone consumes collagen in supplement form. Many years after Yuhuans time, renowned Chinese playwright Bai Pu (who lived between 1226 and 1306) wrote about the perceived benefits of a bowl of donkey collagen. He wrote: A bowl of ejiao and a cup of sesame; cheeks pink and lips red; the young have zest and the old are in health.

Ejiao is still consumed across China, often in stew or soup. The dish has been widely criticized for fuelling an industry that could potentially see half the global donkey population slaughtered in the next four years.

But simmering animal bones isnt exclusive to China. While most ejiao is consumed in the East, bone broth is becoming an increasingly popular dish in the West. The stew is made by simmering the connective tissue and bones of animals, often pigs, chickens, or cows. As with ejiao, many believe the collagen in bone broth will promote health and wellness.

But Kamal Patel of Examine, a scientific group that investigates nutritional claims about food and supplements, says its unlikely youll get any form of collagen-related benefit from eating it. He told Mother Jones: Youd have to eat a whole lot of bone broth to get as much collagen as is in supplements.

Going one step further, heart surgeon Steven Gundry says that eating bone broth for collagen is pretty much pointless. He told the Huffington Post: Your body doesnt have a system that says if you eat collagen, or any other complex protein, that you will remake that particular protein on the other side of the intestinal wall.

He added: Sure, youll have the building blocks to make collagen, but you could do that by ingesting foods or supplements high in proline or lysine, the two main amino acids in collagen.

Collagen comes from animals, so by its very nature, it isnt vegan. But scientists have figured out a way to make a genetically-engineered animal-free version.

Registered dietician Ana Reisdorf explains: Instead of being sourced from animals, collagen can now be made by using genetically modified yeast and bacteria. Researchers have found that the bacteria P. pastoris, in particular, is the most effective and commonly used for genetically engineering high-quality collagen.

This may be a while away from going mainstream, but much more easily found on the market is a vegan collagen builder or booster. Basically, the theory is that, due to their vitamin and mineral content, these products will help stimulate collagen production in the body.

These boosters contain various vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and zinc that the body needs to make collagen, Reisdorf notes. If you want to try out a vegan collagen booster, here are five brands to look into.

London-based Raw Beauty Lab claims to offer the UKs number one vegan collagen superfood. Its made with antioxidant-rich ingredients, including strawberry, beetroot, carrot, and baobab powders. The brand says youll see visible results after just 28 days of consuming this natural plant-based collagen builder. Check it out here.

Alicia Silverstone has contributed many great things to this world. The first being her portrayal of Cher in 90s classic Clueless, and the second is, arguably, this Organic Plant Collagen Builder from her brand Mykind Organics.

The vegan certified organic tablets contain more than 30 powdered fruits, vegetables, and botanicals. All will help promote your bodys healthy, natural glow. Check it out here.

Vegaveros Vegan Collagen Complex contains high-quality extracts from a number of plants, including rosehip, ginseng, tomato, and pomegranate. It also contains lysine and proline, the basic building blocks for the synthesis of collagen. Check it out here.

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Unless you've been living under a rock lately there's a good chance you've caught wind of this collagen craze. We're constantly seeing it advertised in food, drinks, powders, supplements and beauty products. But what is it? . Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body. Its the primary component of connective tissue in our skin, bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, blood vessels, and gut. It's commonly glorified as an anti-aging supplement and believed to reduce wrinkles, hair loss, joint pain, etc. . Some people may be all over this "beauty" craze thanks to celebrity and influencer endorsements however, there's little scientific research that proves these collagen beauty products and powders help the gut, or that these topical treatments work. And the ugly truth is the source of the collagen in these products come from animals (bovine, fish or porcine) AKA not vegan-friendly. . But that doesn't mean vegans can't increase their collagen production. In fact, food, as always is the true medicine we need. If you want to increase collagen production and achieve that youthful glow eat these healthy, whole-food, plant-based items: leafy greens, tomatoes, carrots, garlic, pumpkin seeds, almonds, kiwi, avocados and berries. . Various sources were used for this post but if you'd like to research this more thoroughly @drkellyannpetrucci has a post on her page titled "Vegan Alternatives to Collagen Supplements" you can reference. (This is not a plant-based focused website but the article itself is easy to digest and specifically for vegans.) . . . . . #futurekind #vegansupplements #vegannutrients #veganvitamin #healthyvegan #veganblogger #plantbasedhealth #plantbasednutrition #vegandiet #govegan #veganchallenge #plantbasedsupplements #vegansofinsta #veganinfo #veganathlete #veganfit #plantbaseddietrecipes #plantbasedasfuck #plantbasedeater #plantbasedblogger #plantbasediet #plantbasedfamily #PlantBasedFoodPorn #plantbasedformyhealth #plantbasedEVERYTHING #veganquotes #veganstrong #veganandhealthy #veganb12 #veganistheway

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Future Kind operates on the principle that your own collagen is the best collagen.

With 16 vitamins and potent herbal ingredients, the brand designed its Vegan Collagen Booster to rejuvenate your skin, nails, joints, and hair. Check it out here.

Made with organic aloe vera, Ora Organics Vegan Collagen Booster powder contains a magic mix of protein, silica, vitamin C, and vitamin E. It tastes delicious too, thanks to the organic coconut sugar, organic coconut milk, and natural vanilla flavor. Add a scoop to your next smoothie, shake, or even coffee you wont taste the difference, but your skin may thank you. Check it out here.

If you dont want to try a supplement, dont worry. Reisdorf notes that you can get the same vitamins and minerals through a healthy balanced diet.

You can add these vitamins and minerals through your diet, instead of a supplement, to help you meet your amino acid needs, she explains. The most abundant amino acids in collagen are glycine, lysine, and proline.

Kantha Shelke, food scientist and spokesperson for the Institute of Food Technologists, also recommends a healthy diet for collagen stimulation. She told NPR: Eating a diet rich in leafy green vegetables is ideal. Plants offer richer sources in collagen building blocks and, in addition, provide nutrients not found in sufficient quantities in meats or broth.

So, whether you decide to try a vegan supplement, or you choose to follow a healthy plant-based diet, it seems you can boost your bodys own collagen. No animal bones needed.

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Symphony Medical Spa is an Aesthetic Medical Spa located in Tooele, UT. Carolyn Forbes, MD, has more than 20 years of experience in wrinkle reduction, body contouring, and anti-aging medicine, serving patients throughout beautiful Tooele County. Today, Nicea got the chance to speak with Michelle fromSymphony Medical Spaabout the amazing skincare treatments they have on offer. Plus, learn how you can get a consultation without even coming into the office!

You cant come into the spa for a usual consultation, but their new virtual consultations make it simple for you to figure out what you can and want to get done. Whether its Facetime, Zoom, Skype, or any other video service, Symphony Medical Spa will talk with you and give you a recommendation on treatment all from the comfort of your own home.

Symphony Medical Spa can help you achieve a better-looking body and skin with very little to no downtime. Schedule an appointment or learn about their specials by visitingSymphony Medical Spa.

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Mobile IV therapy is commonly associated with relieving hangovers after a long night of raucous libation-focused partying.

However, Rocky Mountain IV Medics is using the procedure to help people with a variety of ailments including fatigue, anxiety, altitude sickness and much more.

Opening in the Denver area in October 2019, the company has quickly grown to offering services in Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Greeley and Loveland areas.

Cofounder and CEO Ryan Richardson first learned about the benefits of IV therapy after becoming a client of partner Jonny Weber's Mobile IV Nurses business, which operates in Arizona.

"My wife and I were just deathly ill and said we finally had an excuse to call Jonny and his new IV therapy company," Richardson explained. "So he comes out and literally by the end of the IV we were perfect. It was like, 'Oh, my God, this is the future.'"

Richardson was so impressed with the results from his treatment that he and Weber discussed expanding the business concept into Colorado.

With a background as a paramedic/firefighter, Weber heads the medical portion of the business while Richardson is in charge of marketing and business development.

Each IV tech on the team is either a nurse or paramedic, with years of experience under their belts, Richardson explained. The staffs' extensive experience also allows them to recognize more serious situations where clients may need to go to the hospital.

"It's super safe. It is an invasive procedure, so some people still get worried about that, but everything is sterile and safe," Weber said. "As a paramedic/firefighter, I have done IVs on the side of the road, upside down in a car, in the back of a helicopter, in the back of an ambulance, things like that where it's super crazy. When I go to a client's house, this is fun. I can take my time and it's controlled and clean."

And while 10% of the company's calls are for hangover relief, the therapy can help with a variety of issues such as dehydration, constipation, pain management and migraines.

"The majority of our calls are from people that really need the IVs, like people going through chemo and cancer or going through migraines. You don't have to go to the ER for migraines anymore, we come to you," Weber said. "We can take care of that migraine without any narcotics."

With the COVID-19 pandemic spreading across the U.S., the company has seen an increase in calls from clients needing therapy to help overcome the virus or from clients, like pregnant women, needing a boost of hydration or relief from nausea, but not wanting to risk going to the hospital.

"We do this in a controlled environment, we are one-on-one and everything we use is single-use, single package directly from our pharmacy," Richardson said. "It just makes it so that it's another opportunity to be treated on a medical level without ever having to get out of bed."

Rocky Mountain IV Medics client Brenda Williams was looking for something to help her daughter who suffers from cyclical vomiting syndrome, a condition often seen in children and young adults where they have unknown causes of recurring bouts of vomiting.

"When an episode starts, there is no at-home relief," Williams said. " I figured that since it is 2020, there must be something out there. When your child is sick, you will do anything."

Williams came across an ad for Rocky Mountain IV Medics while scrolling Facebook when her daughter was in the hospital. She contacted the company for a service, wanting to try out IV therapy on herself first before considering it for her daughter.

"Michael showed up and educated me on everything they offered. He was amazing," she said. "I have only used the service once so far but am considering using it for a general boost once a month. They offer so much for so many different ailments and preventative care.

"I have recommended this service to everyone I know and look forward to my next visit," she added.

Clients can choose from several different IV therapy "cocktails" and add-ons.

The Myers' Cocktail features six high-impact vitamins, minerals and antioxidants including vitamin B complex, zinc and glutathione. This IV solution can be used to help recover from various things like the flu or an athletic injury and aides in skin health and weight loss regimens. The cost for this therapy is $175 per session.

The Ultimate Myers' Cocktail includes everything in the regular Myers' Cocktail but has an increased dose of vitamin C and glutathione. This option is great for people interested in boosting their vitamin C intake and raising their overall energy level. The cost for the Ultimate Myers' Cocktail is $275 a session.

The Gold package, which runs for $150 a session, offers clients 1,000 ccs of normal saline, vitamin B complex and two additions of their choice -- vitamin or medicine. This package is great for curing nausea and food poisoning.

The Silver packages features 1,000 ccs of normal saline, vitamin B complex and one addition of your choice for $125 per session. This package it typically recommended for people suffering from headaches, the cold or flu, and need some added hydration and a boost.

For people just looking for added hydration with a small boost of vitamin B complex at a minimal price, the Bronze package is perfect. For $110 clients can get the benefits of hydration and energy. This package is great for people preparing for an athletic event.

Clients can also choose plain saline for $100 or the NAD+ IV therapy that has anti-aging and addiction properties for $200. Add-ons range in price from $25 up to $50 and include options of extra saline, vitamin C, Zofran, Zinc or an MIC B12 injection.

The company doesn't accept insurance but clients can pay with a debit or credit card, Health Savings Account card, cash, or through Venmo, Paypal or or Zelle.

Interested in experiencing the benefits of IV therapy firsthand, I took Richardson up on an offer for a complimentary session.

Working full time, taking three classes at Aims and caring for my dog, Don Luigi,I tend to burn the candle at both ends and am often tired and sluggish. Add that to not exercising regularly, going through an early medically induce menopause and not having the healthiest diet, I was a good candidate to put the treatment to the test.

The first thing the IV tech Juan Salomon did was talk to me about my health history, any medications I take and if I have any allergies. He then took my vitals, listened to my heart and lungs, and prepped the solution.

After filling out some short paperwork, I was ready for my stick.

This is where most people get nervous, especially if they've had a bad experience with blood draws and needle sticks before. But being a paramedic, Salomon is used to having to set IV's in all kinds of veins -- including the forehead-- and in all kinds of situations and assured me that my veins weren't a challenge.

A small poke and short sting later my IV was set and the bright green solution began dripping into the tube that flowed down to my arm.

The entire process from start to finish took around 45 minutes.

While I didn't feel anything right off the bat, I did sleep much better that night and the next day I did feel more energized, alert and peppy. My energy levels have continued to stay up and my body just feels better.

So do I think that IV therapy is beneficial?

For me, I do think that the burst of vitamins and minerals has helped me for sure. While the cost can be a little high, I feel that the benefits are worth the cost. IV therapy is something I would seriously consider doing once a quarter.

For more information on services offered, or to schedule an IV therapy session with Rocky Mountain IV Medics, go to http://www.rockymountainIVmedics.com.

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Oshrit and Leah Nelson, 39 and 15, live in Even Yehuda; Leah is flying to New York

Hey, where are you flying to?

Leah: Im going to New York, I live there. My father lives there, and so do my grandfather and grandmother.

Oshrit: We decided to come to Israel because of the coronavirus and also because my father doesnt feel so well. We got here a month and a half ago, and Leah started to go to the American School in Even Yehuda. But we didnt know that everything here would be done on Zoom. And Leah really missed New York, so I decided to send her there for the period of the lockdown. Shes going for three weeks.

So youre planning to come back?

Oshrit: Youd better.

Leah: Yes, for a year.

How do you feel about the move to Israel?

Leah: I dont want to make the move. But I have some good friends here, all of them Americans, so we have things in common. Where we live, in Even Yehuda, its not so bad. But I still want to go back to New York after a year here.

Oshrit, when did you leave Israel?

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After the army. I was sent by the Jewish Agency to be a summer camp counselor [in the United States]. I didnt have money, so I did it that way. Once I was there, I received a six-month visa and I never came back.

Did you know you wouldnt come back?

Yes. People say Im strong; I say Im weak. Everyone asked me how I could move to New York with $1,000 in my pocket and not return. I would say to my siblings, Youre strong for staying. This country was too tough for me from childhood. When I got to New York I felt immediately like I belonged, I immediately felt a type of orderliness. What you do is what you get, with no games. In Israel you never know what youll get. And thats frustrating.

Why did you decide to return, after all?

My husband is Jewish and he always wanted to make aliyah. We left the United States, he sold everything the house, the car he closed the business. And they wouldnt let him enter Israel. He was in shock, he didnt believe that Israel wouldnt let him in, they have rejected his request five times already with no explanation. Hes stranded now outside Israel, and for four months theyve been refusing to let him enter. Hes Jewish, were married, and thats still not enough.

Would you have returned even if there were no coronavirus?

I came for my mother and father, I knew I had to. It was a hard decision, and the crisis actually made it easier, because there was chaos in New York. Leahs school is very democratic, so everyone supported Black Lives Matter.

Leah: I also supported them very much.

Oshrit: In New York you cant say you dont support BLM or that you support Trump. I support Trump. In her school if you like Trump, people wont talk to you.

Leah: I hate Trump, I despise him.

Whats it like when there are those kinds of differences between mother and daughter?

Leah: All my friends follow what their parents say My mom doesnt like that, so I dont, either. But I have my own opinions.

Oshrit: Shes a kid, so I think shes judging him [Trump] according to his persona.

Leah: No, I watch the news, I read articles, and thats my opinion. And its not comfortable for me to talk about politics.

Oshrit: New Yorkers dont feel comfortable talking about politics. I thought that Israel would help develop her a little, because Israelis are more open to talking about politics. I wanted her to get something of that Israeli approach.

Leah, whats so special about your school?

Its called LaGuardia, and its an arts school. Ive sung since I was very young. I like to sing pop, but I was accepted at the school to sing opera.

Who do you like listening to?

I used to be into Selena Gomez, but not any more.

Would you like to be a singer?

The truth is I would really like to be a fashion designer. If I learn how to sew, I think I could be really good at that.

Oshrit: Shes changed. She was really locked into singing and acting, and she matured and came out of it.

Leah: I didnt come out of it, but I feel that its a childhood dream and that its really hard to do it.

George and Judith Eshed, 72 and 65; live in Ramat Hasharon, arriving from Thessaloniki

Hello, where are you coming from?

George: We were at an amazing resort in Greece, whose name were not divulging, so people wont go there. Its a place weve known for a long time.

Judith: We work hard during the year, and we saw that it was possible to go to Greece. The service there is incredible. They really spoil you and there are five gourmet restaurants. You sit by the sea with a towel and a book, and someone comes to ask which cocktail or coffee you want.

Amazing. And what do you do?

Judith: Im a lawyer. I have my own firm and I deal with all areas of civil and commercial law. These days Im doing a lot of arbitration and mediation.

George: Im also a lawyer originally, but I hardly engage in practice because of my advanced age. These days Im in the sports business. I was Israeli champion in full-contact karate for many years. Thats the most physical type of karate in the major championships you lose by a knockout.

What does a fight like that look like?

George: Im quiet in fights, cool and calm, I dont get agitated. On a competition day, you might do six fights in a row, and theres serious pressure.

Judith: But unlike some people, who shout, he never utters a sound in fights.

Whats the secret of winning?

George: Focus and self-discipline. The secret of life is self-discipline.

How did you get started in karate?

George: Im an athlete from birth. I was into soccer I played for Hapoel Ramat Gan when they were at the height of their glory. I wasnt an outstanding player, but I was in the first five for a good few years. When I was young I also swam; today Im an enthusiastic mountain bike rider.

Judith: George is a killer and a healer. He also does acupuncture. Hes a very strong and supportive person.

Isnt there a contradiction between violence and gentleness?

George: I dont think there is. Karate in itself is not violent. As a boy, I got into fights every day, in an immigrants neighborhood, but over the past 30 years I dont think Ive been in one.

Whats your specialty in Chinese medicine?

George: I have a first degree and a second degree in Chinese medicine. I engage in something very specific: in treating side effects of chemotherapy. I had experience in it because of a relative who fell ill with cancer. Now, during the coronavirus pandemic, Im hardly doing it, because it involves close contact with people who have a weak immune system. People like that dont easily leave the house.

Can I ask how you met?

George: We met on a plane. I was a security guard for El Al, and Judith was a flight attendant.

Did you enjoy being a flight attendant?

Judith: It was very hard to be accepted then; it was a great honor. The trips abroad were like winning the lottery, it was glamorous, fun, and we also made a lot of money. The flights were very pampering because they involved layovers flights to South Africa for a week, to New York for five days. I was a law student at the time, so it suited me. But it was temporary, I never thought I would stay on as a flight attendant.

What are your plans for the future? Do you plan to slow down anytime?

Judith: I think work helps to preserve vitality. Coping with work is anti-aging, anti-stagnation. But the dosage has to be different. When I was young, I worked very hard, and today I am looking for a situation where I do what I need to at work, but also dont knock myself out. But I dont see myself sitting around and only cooking meals for the grandchildren. That doesnt suit me.

George: Im in favor of retirement, but I dont think that mean having to stop being active. Theres a great deal to do and much to contribute, including volunteer work. For 15 years I taught anatomy for high school dance majors, and I will go on being active. I have no doubt of that, but you need more leisure time.

Judith: Were planning to travel, to visit the airport a lot.

George and Judith Eshed, 72 and 65; live in Ramat Hasharon, arriving from Thessaloniki

Hello, where are you coming from?

George: We were at an amazing resort in Greece, whose name were not divulging, so people wont go there. Its a place weve known for a long time.

Judith: We work hard during the year, and we saw that it was possible to go to Greece. The service there is incredible. They really spoil you and there are five gourmet restaurants. You sit by the sea with a towel and a book, and someone comes to ask which cocktail or coffee you want.

Amazing. And what do you do?

Judith: Im a lawyer. I have my own firm and I deal with all areas of civil and commercial law. These days Im doing a lot of arbitration and mediation.

George: Im also a lawyer originally, but I hardly engage in practice because of my advanced age. These days Im in the sports business. I was Israeli champion in full-contact karate for many years. Thats the most physical type of karate in the major championships you lose by a knockout.

What does a fight like that look like?

George: Im quiet in fights, cool and calm, I dont get agitated. On a competition day, you might do six fights in a row, and theres serious pressure.

Judith: But unlike some people, who shout, he never utters a sound in fights.

Whats the secret of winning?

George: Focus and self-discipline. The secret of life is self-discipline.

How did you get started in karate?

George: Im an athlete from birth. I was into soccer I played for Hapoel Ramat Gan when they were at the height of their glory. I wasnt an outstanding player, but I was in the first five for a good few years. When I was young I also swam; today Im an enthusiastic mountain bike rider.

Judith: George is a killer and a healer. He also does acupuncture. Hes a very strong and supportive person.

Isnt there a contradiction between violence and gentleness?

George: I dont think there is. Karate in itself is not violent. As a boy, I got into fights every day, in an immigrants neighborhood, but over the past 30 years I dont think Ive been in one.

Whats your specialty in Chinese medicine?

George: I have a first degree and a second degree in Chinese medicine. I engage in something very specific: in treating side effects of chemotherapy. I had experience in it because of a relative who fell ill with cancer. Now, during the coronavirus pandemic, Im hardly doing it, because it involves close contact with people who have a weak immune system. People like that dont easily leave the house.

Can I ask how you met?

George: We met on a plane. I was a security guard for El Al, and Judith was a flight attendant.

Did you enjoy being a flight attendant?

Judith: It was very hard to be accepted then; it was a great honor. The trips abroad were like winning the lottery, it was glamorous, fun, and we also made a lot of money. The flights were very pampering because they involved layovers flights to South Africa for a week, to New York for five days. I was a law student at the time, so it suited me. But it was temporary, I never thought I would stay on as a flight attendant.

What are your plans for the future? Do you plan to slow down anytime?

Judith: I think work helps to preserve vitality. Coping with work is anti-aging, anti-stagnation. But the dosage has to be different. When I was young, I worked very hard, and today I am looking for a situation where I do what I need to at work, but also dont knock myself out. But I dont see myself sitting around and only cooking meals for the grandchildren. That doesnt suit me.

George: Im in favor of retirement, but I dont think that mean having to stop being active. Theres a great deal to do and much to contribute, including volunteer work. For 15 years I taught anatomy for high school dance majors, and I will go on being active. I have no doubt of that, but you need more leisure time.

Judith: Were planning to travel, to visit the airport a lot.

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