{Best Rx} Atlanta Experts Answer Your Health & Beauty Questions
Daniel Nicholson, M.D.
Teri Eastin
Paul E. Cox, M.D., MS
Perimeter Orthopaedics
Owner and licensed esthetician, Atlanta Acne Specialists
Vital Living Healthcare
Why Is Sports Medicine/ Orthopedics Even More Important in the Summertime? Summer means heading to the golf course, going on hikes or bike rides and having fun at the pool or beach to take advantage of the warmth. Staying active and getting some sun is great for your health and well-being, but summer sports and activities bring a number of potential injuries. It is important to visit Perimeter Orthopaedics as soon as a possible injury occurs. Dr. Daniel Nicholson is an award-winning sports medicine orthopedic surgeon specializing in both traditional and modern techniques. Dr. Nicholson can treat your injury quickly and efficiently to get you back out enjoying the summer!
Contact 404.255.5595 (Atlanta) or 404.458.8859 (Woodstock) lmueller@perimeterortho.com www.perimeterortho.com
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What Are Some PoreClogging Ingredients in Skincare? Before using any new products on your hair or skin, be sure to check the ingredients first — even if the bottle says “won’t clog pores” or “noncomedogenic.” Government agencies don’t oversee this process, so often skincare companies will claim that their products promote clear skin while the ingredients actually contain many pore-clogging elements. Natural oils such as jojoba, olive and lanolin are mildly comedogenic and can be a problem if formulated with other comedogenic ingredients. While others like cocoa butter and coconut oil are the worst offenders and often found in many organic skin care lines. Prescription products such as Retin-A cream, over-the-counter acne medications and even “oil-free” acne products can also contain pore-clogging ingredients.
Contact 404.900.5152 denise@atlantaacnespecialists.com www.atlantaacnespecialists.com
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Can HRT Help Women With Weight Loss? Yes. We know that changes in hormones that begin in the early to mid-40s and progress through menopause can change a woman’s metabolism, mood, body composition and energy levels. All of this can affect weight negatively. Low estrogen and high FSH, which is common in menopause, have been proven to slow metabolism and increase insulin resistance. Low testosterone levels can impede maintaining lean muscle mass and lower energy levels. Low progesterone can cause anxiety, moodiness and sleeplessness. Taken together, all of these factors can result in the gradual weight gain women often battle in their 40s and 50s. Women sometimes resort to extreme dieting or have liposuction, but most won’t be able to maintain those gains without balanced hormones. If you are experiencing these issues, call today for your complimentary consultation with Dr. Paul E. Cox at Vital Living Healthcare, Atlanta’s hormone whisperer.
Contact 404.843.3636 info@vlhmd.com www.vlhmd.com bestselfatlanta.com
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