Holistic Plastic Surgery Show

Psoriasis.  Eczema.  Dandruff.  Tinea Versicolor. Millions of us are dealing with skin issues that we’re embarrassed about.  If this applies to you, you may have seen a dermatologist, been prescribed topical steroids or other prescription or non-prescription medications, yet not seen your skin problem completely resolve.

The terms Coronavirus and COVID-19 have all of us feeling fearful.  You’ve been told to wash your hands and avoid close contact with others, but what else can you do to stay healthy during this scary time?

Is your doctor educating you or your daughter about the potential short and long term effects of the pill? My guest this week has made it her mission to educate women across the globe about the potential side effects of taking oral contraceptives. While millions of women have benefitted from the pill in countless ways, there may be unintended consequences you need to know about. These include gastrointestinal issues, sleep problems, weight gain, rebound acne, libido reduction, and many more.

Non-invasive cosmetic treatments are exploding in popularity.  It seems every week there is a new device that offers a more effective way to tighten this, lift that, and even give you bigger muscles.  On this episode of The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show, we’re going to introduce you to the newest technology in cosmetic medicine.  Have you heard of Geneveve, Votiva, Emsella, Emsculpt, or the Big D Wave?  No? Most plastic surgeons haven’t either!

Are cellphones the cigarettes of the 21st century? My guest this week believes they are. EMF stands for Electromagnetic Frequencies, and we are being exposed to a greater amount of EMF’s than ever before. So what can these exposures do to our health?

Essences. Masks. Copper. Retinol. Vitamin C. Today there are more categories of skin care products and important ingredients in these products than anyone can learn and master. If you’re like the vast majority of women and men in the United States, the sheer number of different kinds and brands of skin care products on the shelves leaves you confused. Which of the hundreds of different products sitting on shelves in front of you do you actually buy?

Do you have a “sugar brain?” Sugar brain is the term coined by my guest this week, New York Times bestselling author and psychologist Dr. Mike Dow. It describes the actual physical shrinkage that occurs when you eat too much sugar and other unhealthy foods. Yes, eating too much sugar can actually make your brain smaller!

Menopause and perimenopause bring with them major changes to the pelvic region, specifically to the vagina. The vaginal walls can thin and atrophy, making intercourse difficult and even painful. There is also an increase in recurrent vaginitis and urinary tract infections. So what causes these changes to occur, and what can you do about them or even prevent them from becoming a problem?

How we eat can be as important as what we eat. As a society, we are placing less and less emphasis on the timeless tradition of enjoying a good meal with good company. We eat while driving, watching TV, or staring at our phones. But how does this affect our health, our weight, and our relationships?

In 2018, Americans spent a total of $122 million on collagen supplements. But do they work? On this episode of The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show, we’re going to do a deep dive into collagen supplements. What are they? How are they made? Can taking a collagen supplement to improve the collagen of your skin? What do the studies show? And why do the naysayers believe they’re a waste of money? We’ll get to the bottom of the collagen controversy and I’ll give you my honest take.

Have you tried intermittent fasting? Also known as time-restricted eating, this method of limiting the hours in which you eat has helped millions of Americans to lose weight, improve their brain function, and even de-age their bodies. But how should one do this, and exactly what benefits can you achieve?

Plastic surgery is a rapidly changing field. Today’s popular cosmetic treatment could be tomorrow’s afterthought. So what’s trending in the field today, and what appears to be on its way downhill?

What you eat can have a profound effect on your appearance and how you heal from surgery. On this episode, I’m joined by a board-certified plastic surgeon and expert in anti-aging and restorative medicine. In his practice, he has successfully combined plastic surgery with holistic nutrition. We’ll tackle the question, “What should I eat to look younger and heal faster?” Should you consider nutraceuticals – foods that claim to turn back the clock?

We’ve entered the party season! Whether you’re going to a work holiday party, New Year’s celebration, or getting together with family, we all want to look our best.  But not all of us has time or the foresight to do a cosmetic treatment that we have to recover from.

Today’s hot new cosmetic treatment is often tomorrow’s abandoned option. There are so many trending treatments that come and go in cosmetic medicine, it’s hard for consumers and patients to know what is best for them.