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Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods and sleep, as well as preventing illness and injury or managing chronic health conditions
for your skin is a vital part of “men’sCaring health. In addition to an annual
skin cancer screening, establishing a basic routine of cleansing, moisturizing and using a mineral-based sunscreen will prevent the cutaneous signs of aging as well as boost confidence and wellbeing. Looking after your skin is one of the easiest ways to look and feel your best every day.” – Stefan C. Weiss, MD, FAAD, b oard-certified dermatologist, Trillium Dermatology Chapel Hill
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Most adults try to stay healthy by guessing; the ones who excel start measuring. Track your muscle and bone strength, your protein intake and how efficiently your heart and lungs use oxygen – those metrics, checked regularly, turn wellness from guesswork into a strategy that extends high-function living.” – Ryan Schulteis, MD, founder, Carolina Longevity
people don’t realize that “UVAManydamage is cumulative. Not
only does it increase the risk of skin cancer, but it also accelerates skin aging. Building consistent sunsafety habits early can make a real difference in your skin’s health and appearance. Make sunscreen a daily routine, just like brushing your teeth. Your future self will thank you!”
As a physician-entrepreneur, “mother of three and daughter
of a mom whose sudden brain hemorrhage reshaped my life and understanding of health, I’ve learned that wellness begins with simple daily foundations. Simple, consistent practices – hydration, sleep, exercise, fresh air and even brief moments of intentional stillness or pause – strengthen our resilience more than anything fancy or complicated. Prioritizing these small habits not only supports long-term health but also gives us the capacity to show up for the people and roles that matter most, like being a wife, mom and daughter. You truly cannot pour from an empty cup.” – Helen Bode, MD/MPH, founder and owner, DeeTox Skin & Laser
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We have one vehicle in this life, which is our body, and we can’t trade it in for a new one. The regular care and maintenance of our body ‘vehicle’ has a profound impact on how well our body will function as we age. Optimizing the quality of our food, drink and nutritional supplements is very important while also minimizing the intake of toxins and accelerating the removal of toxins. Regular exercise and cultivating a spiritual connection to our creator are also essential for maintaining a highly functional and productive body and mind as we age.” – Dennis Fera, MD, founder, Holistic Health & Medicine
misconception I see “in Amycommon clinic is that patients think
healthy skin and hair are only about the products we use, when in reality they’re also shaped by the nutrients we give our bodies. Without enough amino acids to build keratin and collagen, increased hair shedding, brittle nails and slower wound healing can occur. A simple daily dietary habit that supports healthier skin and hair is aiming for about 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight.” – Payvand Kamrani, DO, board-certified and fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologist, Aesthetic Solutions
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A daily brisk walk is one of the best ways to maintain health and wellness. Walking strengthens ligaments, improves cartilage health and restores nerve function. Exercise is the original regenerative therapy.” – Thomas Buchheit, MD, author of “Healing Joints and Nerves: Immune Stimulation and the New Science of Regenerative Therapies” and founder of Triangle Regen Medicine & Biologics Center
– Chris G. Adigun, MD, FAAD, owner and medical director, Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill January/February 2026
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