Reader's Digest / Dr. Youdim This is What Happens When You Drink a Glass of Wine Every Night April 17, 2017

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You might get sick less often

While it’s no replacement for a healthy diet loaded with all of the illness-fighting vitamins and nutrients you need, research has found that wine possesses immune system-boosting benefits. “The antioxidants in wine increases heart-healthy HDL cholesterol as well as keeping the immune system strong,” says Kristine Arthur, MD, internist at Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California. “HDL helps to prevent “bad” plaque build-up in the arteries, which can also help prevent heart attacks and strokes.” If you’re over age 21, these are the wine terms you need to memorize. (more…)

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Womanista / Southern California Reproductive Center What Nancy Kerrigan’s Public Heartache Is Doing for Other Women April 14, 2017

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Nancy Kerrigan made headlines this week after bravely revealing that after marrying her husband Jerry Soloman in 1995 and welcoming their son Matthew in 1996, she experienced six miscarriages in eight years. (more…)

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Bustle / Carlota Zimmerman 11 Little Things You’re Doing Every Day That Can Attract More Negativity Into Your Life April 11, 2017

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I’m pretty sure no one’s ever sat up in bed and promised themselves to have a negative day. “Hey self, let’s make today super negative” is just not something people think. And yet, so many of us engage in little habits that attract more negativity, this way of thinking might as well be a morning mantra. (more…)

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Bustle / Southern California Reproductive Center 7 Subtle Symptoms That Can Sometimes Indicate Infertility April 10, 2017

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There’s a lot involved when you’re trying to have a baby, and if you’re having issues, a visit to the doctor’s office can often help shed some light. However, if a visit to the fertility clinic isn’t in your near future, you can also pay attention to some subtle signs of infertility that you might not realize. Understanding what’s going in your body can help you determine your chances of getting pregnant, even if you’re not looking to have a baby right this moment. (more…)

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She Knows / Southern California Reproductive Center 6 Myths to Stop Buying About Sex and Conception, Stat April 10, 2017

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Ladies trying to have babies, allow us to save you some serious time and energy (more…)

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San Fernando Business Journal / Dr. Sargon Lazarof SMILE IN A FLASH April 6, 2017

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Where does a Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia go for dental work? To Dr. Sargon Lazarof at the Sargon Dental & Implant Institute in Encino. Lazarof is the inventor of Ultratooth, an FDA-approved dental implant procedure that can be completed in one hour and provides a new tooth with full functionality immediately after the surgery. (more…)

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SELF / Southern California Reproductive Center I Froze My Eggs at Age 15…and Did It Again at Age 19 April 5, 2017

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After suffering a painful condition starting at age 12, this college student made her choice.

Egg-freezing is rising in popularity, and it’s become even buzzier lately thanks to celebrities like Bachelorette star Kaitlyn Bristowe and Olivia Munn opening up about their experience with the procedure. (more…)

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Cosmetic Surgery Times / Dr. Behrooz Torkian On point with off-label Botox April 5, 2017

Whether they intend to or not, cosmetic surgeons are treating botulinum toxin patients for more than to diminish facial lines. (more…)

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Bustle / Southern California Reproductive Center 11 Subtle (But Potentially Serious) Signs You Need To Change Your Birth Control April 3, 2017

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Birth control is supposed to make your life easier. Whether you take a pill, use a vaginal ring, or have an IUD, you can often expect regulated periods, clearer skin, and (of course) protection from pregnancy. But if things don’t go as planned, you may find yourself experiencing all sorts of side effects. Whether it’s nausea that just won’t quit, or something a little more serious, your body will definitely let you know when or if you need to change your birth control. (more…)

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NBC News / Carlota Zimmerman Want to Be Your Own Boss? Here’s What You Need to Know March 28, 2017

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Many of us who are self-employed look back on our 9 to 5 cubicle days and wonder: How did I ever do that? Not because we didn’t enjoy our full-time careers, but because it’s just so different now: We make our own schedules, build our own clientele, choose our workspace and are 100 percent responsible for our financial growth. Everything we do — and every decision we make — is self-directed. We are the boss. (more…)

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Flex Jobs / Carlota Zimmerman How to Get a Raise in 2017 March 27, 2017

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Asking for a raise is one thing–getting it is another. In fact, a variety of factors go into whether or not one successfully secures a pay bump. How and when you ask, the type of research you do beforehand, and your follow-up all make a huge difference in whether or not you get a raise. (more…)

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Prevention / Dr. Youdim Top 4 Things Nutritionists Look For On A Food Label March 27, 2017

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In an ideal world, you’d only be eating foods that lack labels. “Foods that don’t have labels are often some of the best things you can eat–the fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs from the farmers’ market; the fresh seafood at the fish market; and the amazing whole-grain bread from the local bakery,” says Susan Bowerman, RDN, coauthor of What Color is Your Diet?. (more…)

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She Knows / Dr. Daniel Bober 6 Smart Strategies to Keep Money Stress From Poisoning Your Relationship March 27, 2017

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If stressing out about money is the worst, then stressing out about it to the point that you start fighting with your partner is the absolute worst. But, unfortunately (as you’re probably aware), it’s a pretty inevitable issue that most couples grapple with at some point. (more…)

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SELF / Southern California Reproductive Center How Hard on Your Body Is Freezing Your Eggs? March 23, 2017

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More and more, women looking for options when it comes to their reproductive future have turned to egg freezing. In addition to the rise of “egg freezing parties” nationwide, some employers are even adding egg freezing to their benefits packages. But there are many myths about what freezing your eggs actually is like. (more…)

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Us Domestic medical travel / Southern California Reproductive Center Mark Surrey, M.D., Co-founder and Medical Director, SCRC March 21, 2017

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SPOTLIGHT: Mark Surrey, M.D., Co-founder and Medical Director, Southern California Reproductive Center (SCRC) (more…)

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http://www.thedailymeal.com/healthy-eating/10-nutritionists-weigh-donald-trumps-diet-slideshow / Dr. Youdim 10 Nutritionists Weigh In on Donald Trump’s Diet March 20, 2017

 

trumpSince his January 20th inauguration, everything about Donald Trump’s presidency has been controversial, and to say that the public is concerned would be a gross understatement. But at the end of the day, we are all Americans, and the health of our president is of the utmost importance in preserving the stability of the nation.  (more…)

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People / The Hills Treatment Center Ben Affleck Is a ‘Leader’ for Opening Up About Alcoholism, Says Specialist: He’s ‘Fighting to Help’ Others March 16, 2017

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Through revealing his personal and private struggles, Ben Affleck may be able to make a difference in others’ lives, an addiction specialist tells PEOPLE. (more…)

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Women's Health / Dr. Youdim 11 ‘Healthy’ Foods Nutritionists Never Eat March 15, 2017

pretzels-1467655_1920It’s no secret that many of the “healthy” foods lining supermarket shelves are actually junk foods in disguise. Some we’re already aware of (here’s looking at you, fruit juice and flavored yogurt), but others are so deep undercover that they’re probably a regular staple in our shopping carts. They flaunt their misleading health halos like it ain’t no thing–meanwhile, they’re loaded with added sugars and other naughty ingredients that are a total buzzkill for the body. (more…)

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Reader's Digest / Dr. Youdim Don’t Even Think About Starting a Detox Without Reading This First March 14, 2017

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The term detoxification means eliminating harmful substances like alcohol, excess minerals, pesticides, food additives, and other dietary and environmental toxins from your body. But your body has its own detoxification systems in place and is quite capable of purging toxins by itself. (more…)

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Self / Southern California Reproductive Center Fertility Treatments and Heart Disease Study: Here’s the Truth March 14, 2017

woman-356141_1920There’s no guarantee of success with fertility treatments, and it can be painful for couples to go through the time, emotional energy, and money involved in treatments without becoming pregnant. Now, a new study has found a correlation between unsuccessful fertility treatments and a higher risk of heart disease later in life. But before you freak out about his, there are a few things you should know. (more…)

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The Roanoke Times / Dr. Youdim Starshine Roshell: Trump Plump: Post-election stress-eating is a thing March 14, 2017

pexels-photo-139681You used to be fun, they say. You used to make us titter with your escapist jaunts into the lighter side of life. What happened, a few restless readers have asked, to the ribald soccer-mom confessions and largely superficial rants about bass players and Fallopian tubes? (more…)

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Outside / Dr. Youdim The World’s Most Unhealthy Health Foods March 14, 2017

carrot-1085063_1920Once upon a time, the rules of clean eating were pretty straightforward: eat lots of plants, get your protein from lean sources, don’t stuff yourself. But thanks to a ballooning packaged-foods industry and a never-ending desire to make healthy eating even more convenient, it’s actually harder than ever to make good nutrition choices. (more…)

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Moneyish / Carlota Zimmerman The Secret to using your side hustle to get ahead at work March 14, 2017

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Mark Zuckerberg attributes a lot of his success to his hobbies.

You don’t need Harvard. You need a side hustle.

Harvard-educated Mark Zuckerberg attributes some of his success to his side projects. “I probably learned more coding from random side projects than the courses that I took in college,” he says in town hall meeting at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University that was broadcast via Facebook Live. (more…)

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Medical Economics / Concierge Choice Physicians What the Obamacare repeal bill means for physicians March 13, 2017

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One of President Donald Trump’s big rally cries during his campaign was that he was going to get rid of Obamacare, and the new president seems to be getting his wish. On March 6, House Republicans released legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with its American Health Care Act (AHCA). (more…)

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New York Post / Carlota Zimmerman Being an introvert in the office may not be a bad thing after all March 13, 2017

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Getting noticed, speaking up, being visible. Sounds like a winning knockout punch to land the corner office, right? (more…)

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More Money / Carlota Zimmerman How To Stay In Touch After The Job Interview Is Over March 9, 2017

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You can breathe now–the hardest part is over. You’ve landed an interview with the company of your dreams and you’ve given it your all with the job recruiter or manager who interviewed you. And now, you wait to hear if you’ve moved on in the hiring process or not. But your anxiety levels are rising on the daily and you’re checking your inbox and voicemail every ten minutes, hoping for any kind of response. (more…)

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ABC Goodmorning America / Dr. Youdim Gabourey Sidibe opens up about weight-loss surgery, past bouts with depression March 9, 2017

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Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe is opening up about her new outlook on life and in her new memoir, “This Is Just My Face.” (more…)

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Financial Advisor / Carlota Zimmerman Want To Avoid Losing Your Job To Ageism? Just Raise Your Hand March 9, 2017

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If you and your clients want to avoid losing your jobs to ageism, raise your hands at work. (more…)

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The List / Dr. Youdim Health Products That Are Actually Bad For You March 9, 2017

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It is hard enough to stick to a diet or fitness regimen, or to simply eat more healthfully. The lure of binge-watching Netflix and eating Shake Shack can be pretty strong, after all. But sometimes even if you are doing everything right, too much of a good thing can hurt you. (more…)

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Alive / Dr. Youdim GROWING STRONG FROM BOYHOOD TO RETIREMENT March 8, 2017

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As men, we like to use our wit and skills to make decisions on the fly. But when it comes to life’s journey, it’s helpful to know what’s coming around the bend. Every life stage offers something new. With the right nutrition and the best supplements for men at every age, we can conquer anything life throws at us. (more…)

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Healthcare Finance / Concierge Choice Physicians Hybrid models give concierge medicine a boost for physicians, patients March 8, 2017

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Increasing physician burnout led by reporting requirements and the need to increase care volume to meet financial needs has more doctors thinking about embracing a concierge medicine model to ease those burdens. (more…)

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Bloomer Boomer / Dr. Behrooz Torkian Why Cosmetic Surgery Is Catching On Among The Older March 7, 2017

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Since early retirement is no longer an option for many in today’s economy, many older people, even those in their 60s and 70s, still need to be bring home the bacon.  But competition from people 20-30 years their junior is stiff. As a result, cosmetic surgeons see an uptick in senior patients who WANT but NEED to look younger to be viable in the work place.  (more…)

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Reader's Digest / Concierge Choice Physicians 11 Weird Tricks That Really Do Help You Go to Sleep March 6, 2017

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If you want to fall asleep faster, think about staying awake. “It sounds counter intuitive, but for those who find it difficult to sleep because they keep worrying about not falling asleep, do the opposite,” says Sujay Kansagra, MD, director of Duke University’s Sleep Medicine program and Mattress Firm’s sleep health consultant. (more…)

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San Fernando Business Journal / The Hills Treatment Center Dr. Addiction March 6, 2017

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Howard C. Samuels, 64, grew up with a silver spoon in his mouth. His father, Howard J. Samuels, founded Kordite Co., which produced the Hefty bag; he sold the company for $43 million in 1958. The sale catapulted him into New York’s high society and prompted a political career that included a stint as undersecretary of commerce and director of the Small Business Administration during the presidency of Lyndon Johnson. (more…)

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People / Dr. Behrooz Torkian Breast Augmentation Remains Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedure, with Facelifts on the Rise March 3, 2017

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Breast augmentation is the most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the U.S. for the second year in a row, with 290,467 patients opting for the surgery, according to new statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (more…)

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The List / Dr. Sargon Lazarof Things you’re doing that will ruin your smile March 3, 2017

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Your smile conveys so much information. It expresses happiness, can mask sadness, will indicate sarcasm, and often conveys warmth. Your smile is the feature that can light up your entire face and is often returned by whomever you may flash a grin at. But there are daily things you are doing that will ruin your smile, the majority of which involve some sort of damage to the teeth. Chances are, you are guilty of one, two, or six of these behaviors, and you are slowly and steadily lessening the general awesomeness of your smile. (more…)

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Kindness and Hope / The Hills Treatment Center A heartbreak beyond belief: Julie Nagy lost her husband and son within the space of three days March 1, 2017

 

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How would you feel if your whole life was literally torn apart within the space of week? The two people you loved the most, taken away from you?

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AP The Big Story / Dr. Behrooz Torkian How stars spend a month getting ready for Oscars’ red carpet February 24, 2017

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Like prom for movie stars, the Academy Awards is Hollywood’s most glamorous night. It’s also the most photographed celebrity event of the year, its starry images beamed instantly around the world and endlessly reproduced in fashion magazines. (more…)

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Health Business Blog / Concierge Choice Physicians Concierge Cardiology: podcast interview with Wayne Lipton February 23, 2017

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Wayne Lipton runs Concierge Choice Physicians, which converts traditional physician offices to “hybrid”concierge practices that provide new options for patients and increase physician income. While we typically hear about concierge practices in primary care, the model is expanding to other specialties.

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Good Call / Carlota Zimmerman Common Job Search Blunders – and How to Avoid Them February 22, 2017

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Successfully navigating the job search process can often seem, in and of itself, like a full-time job. An open position may garner dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of responses, requiring applicants to be more competitive while also staying abreast of requirements and preferences. (more…)

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