What are peptides? Peptides are a short chain of amino acids. Chains of amino acids are what make proteins, these proteins vary in size from just a few amino acids to thousands of amino acids. Proteins are responsible for the healthy maintenance of every tissue type in our body, including bones, skin and muscles. Peptides […]
Walking is the most underrated form of exercise Walking may be one the most effective tools for weight loss, generalized health and disease prevention. Walking provides: Strengthening of muscles Bone health Cardiovascular (heart) health Joint support Immune system support Movement (walking) activates muscles and moves our joints, helping us stay mobile, particularly as we age. […]
How does Botox work? Are you bothered by the lines around your eyes when you smile? Have you noticed the lines across your forehead in photos? Are you tired of having to raise your eyebrows when you apply your eyeliner and eyeshadow? Botox is short for botulinum toxin, which is a neurotoxin that softens muscle […]
How do injectable dermal fillers work? Injectable dermal fillers are gel-like substances that contain hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a large sugar molecule that is naturally found throughout the body and is most abundant in the skin. Hyaluronic acid has the ability to attract and bind water, which keeps the skin hydrated as well as […]
The Benefits of IV therapy: IV (intravenous) therapy is the administration of nutrients, medications and hydration directly into the blood stream for immediate absorption (90-100% absorption rate) and use by the body. Traditionally, IV therapy has been used in hospitalized patients who are dehydrated, lacking nutrients and unable to take medications by mouth. However, this […]
How does Semaglutide work for weight loss? Semaglutide, more commonly known as Ozempic or Wegovy, has been FDA approved for weight loss. Its original use was for those with diabetes to lower their blood sugars but significant weight loss was also observed with patients taking this medication. This medication works by improving glycemic control. It […]
What is BHRT? BHRT (bio-identical hormone replacement therapy) is a natural and safe way to replace the natural hormones our bodies produce. As we age, our hormone levels steadily decline due to the natural aging process. Bio-identical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones we make in our bodies and are derived from […]