Jan Marini and Imedeen Supplemental Beauty Insurance

Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) March 18, 2013

Beauty Research, a beauty blogging web site, recently discussed the importance of proper nutrition for healthy and beautiful skin. The blog posting recommended skin care supplements from Jan Marini and Imedeen. Jan Marini is a professional line of skin care often recommended by physicians. The Jan Marini C-ESTA line offers Vitamin C based topical products along with supplements. Imedeen specializes in skin care supplements, offering several different formulas for concerns related to aging and damaged skin.

We all know that eating right can help with weight control and medical conditions like diabetes and heart disease, but not many of us think about eating for healthy skin. Research shows that when the body has an adequate supply of key vitamins and nutrients the skin's texture and tone improve, and the tissue becomes more resistant to the effects of aging. Because it can be difficult to get an adequate daily dose of skin-healthy nutrients, a small number of skin care companies have formulated supplements especially for the skin. Today, I'll be discussing two of them: Jan Marini Skin Research and Imedeen. Writes Karen of Beauty Research

See the full article recommending Jan Marini and Imedeen at BeautyResearch.com.

Give your Skin an Internal Boost with Jan Marini and Imedeen

http://www.beautyresearch.com/blogs/beauty-research/archive/2013/03/18/give-your-skin-an-internal-boost-with-jan-marini-and-imedeen.aspx

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Amp it up with Beauty Tools from Clarisonic and LightStim

Todays skin care regimens are formulated with the latest cutting edge science and ingredients available to both the professional as well as the consumer. However, treatment products, such as serums, creams, lotions and cleansers can only do so mucheven though they certainly are capable of doing a whole heck of a lot with todays potent ingredients, science and technology. But how can we get even more efficacy out of our daily regimens without changing our favorite daily routines and products? And how can we potentiate the good results were already getting in order to get even better ones? Its easy to do and available right now for at-home use. Clarisonic and LightStim are two tools that can take your skin care regimens results and efficacy from commercial (very good) to professional (through the roof) strength! Writes Karen of Beauty Research

http://www.beautyresearch.com/blogs/beauty-research/archive/2013/03/15/amp-it-up-with-beauty-tools-from-clarisonic-and-lightstim.aspx

March Hair Spring for a New Stylish Do

Spring is a time of rebirth and renewal, as the gray, cold world of winter is replaced by colorful blossoms and bright greens. Why not give yourself a mini style makeover to welcome the season? The change in seasons also means new hair trends that are perfect for reinventing your style. The March 2013 hairstyle trends are very wearable, so read on to find the perfect new look for your spring transformation. Writes Karen of Beauty Research

http://www.beautyresearch.com/blogs/beauty-research/archive/2013/03/13/march-hair-spring-for-a-new-stylish-do.aspx

Beauty Research is a beauty blogging web site started by two experienced skin care enthusiasts wishing to share tips and suggestions. The Jan Marini and Imedeen article as well as a Jan Marini and Imedeen forum can be found at BeautyResearch.com.

Dr. Madan and His Colleagues Caution Patients on Weight Loss Research Such as JAMA Insurance Study

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) April 08, 2013

A new study posted in the highly regarded Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) on February 2013, Titled "Bariatric Surgery Not Associated With Reduced Overall Health Care Costs", seems to show no health cost savings after weight loss surgery. Study results seemed to indicate that weight loss surgery, such as Lap-Band Surgery, patients spent the same amount on health issues after surgery as before. However, as reported in Florida Today on Apr 3, 2013 (Titled: Brevard doctors dispute bariatric surgery study; Report targets price tag, patient quality of life), some doctors dispute the numbers, saying that the study did not include adequate long-term factors, and depended on outdated information. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Madan cautions patients to properly research methods of weight loss before scheduling an operation, such as gastric bypass or lap band surgery, to see if it is right for them.

Per the Florida Today article, Dr. Madan does agree with comments made by bariatric surgeon Dr. Nathan Allison. It tends to take anywhere from 18 to 24 months to see the best results from lap band surgery especially, because unlike gastric bypass, gastric banding merely restricts access to food. Gastric bypass can permanently change how the internal organs process food, which can speed up weight loss in the first few years, but there have been studies showing that years down the road of weight loss, changes made via gastric bypass may not continue to be so positive.

Cost savings can be real, especially in the area of diabetic and cardiovascular medication, but it may take some years before the savings add up to the cost of surgery. The real savings, says Dr. Madan in agreement with Dr. Allison, comes through in the quality of life. One classic example is a Pennsylvania resident, whose post-surgery loss of nearly 200 pounds and multiple medications was reported in the York Dispatch on March 25, 2013 (Weight loss surgery leaves Dover Twp. man satisfied with less). The patient, Ron Dale, also said that he noticed a great difference in social interaction after losing weight. He said that rumors of a 'social stigma' attached to weight were absolutely true, and that he was listened to and respected much more as a thinner person.

Though the JAMA study seemed to say that the only real value of bariatric surgery seemed to be the improved health and well-being of persons undergoing the procedure rather than on cost savings, but there do seem to be issues with the study. Although the researchers claim to have reviewed 30,000 patient expenses over a six-year period (2002 to 2008), Dr. Allison says that only 10% of the patient data included a two-year span of data. In other words, not all of the patients were tracked consistently over that six-year period.

Dr. Mark Fusco of Florida agreed, stating there was a very high fallout rate within the patient data. Further, the study only documented claims made by Blue Cross Blue Shield patients, who may not have claimed non-insurance obesity costs, such as weight loss programs and over-the-counter medications. However, study results did show a marked reduction in pharmacy and physician office costs, and a significantly lower cost for laparoscopic methods (lap band and bypass) than for traditional gastric bypass surgery. What may have further skewed the numbers was that the old, full-on surgical method of gastric bypass (a much more expensive procedure) was out of favor by 2005, halfway through study data that ended in 2008. Currently, laparoscopic methods are advised much more, as indicated in a cohort study posted in Medscape, due to lower complication rates, shorter length of stay, lower financial cost, and lower mortality.

Many studies are made about weight loss medication and procedures, says Dr. Madan, and that's why he cautions patients to really do 'apples-to-apples' research before engaging in a life-changing operation. Although lap band surgery is one of the least invasive, and least time-consuming, it's true that life after surgery must be much different than pre-surgery. A low-calorie, higher protein diet plus regular exercise works just as well pre-surgery as post-surgery, and is required by many physicians. These lifestyle changes ensure that people get the most out of the procedure, instead of becoming discouraged by weight regain and having to spend more money on additional procedures, such as slipped band issues or follow-up inpatient procedures.

Dr. Madan has written 175 articles, and was the first in Memphis to perform a laparoscopic gastric bypass. To date, he has performed over, and was first to offer an incision-less treatment for post-operative weight gain. As the former Chief of Laparoendoscopic and Bariatric Surgery Division at the University of Miami, Dr. Atul Madan may well be considered an expert in his field. Dr. Madan won the 2007 SAGES Young Investigator Award, was honored by the American Medical Association Physican's Recognition Award, among others. Dr. Madan's patient reviews are consistently high, and he received the 2011 and 2012 Patients' Choice Award.

For more information on Dr. Atul Madan or the LAP-BAND procedure, call (213) 973-2263 , or review more on Dr. Madan on http://dr-madan.com/.

hCGTreatmentes / Diet Doc hCG Diet & Weight Loss Plans Now Educate Patients on How to Lose Weight to Reduce Health Insurance Premiums

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 07, 2013

People are always searching for ways to save money but with the rising costs of health insurance, many arent looking for savings with their insurance providers. A recent survey where health insurance providers told patients to lose weight or pay twenty percent more for coverage garnered a lot of attention and left people searching for how to lose weight fast. Diet Doc offers clients a combination of medically supervised weight management aids and education on healthy living and how to lose weight safely and effectively for their personal needs. Beginning a weight loss plan will not only decrease weight related health concerns and improve self-confidence; it can also save money on health insurance payments.

As reported on by Medical daily, when people insured by Blue Care Network were offered discounts on their health insurance premiums if they lost weight, over 6,000 signed up for weight loss plans. Senior author Dr. Caroline Richardson, an assistant professor in the department of family medicine at the University of Michigan told Medical News Today, "Wellness interventions like this clearly hold significant promise for encouraging physical activity among adults who are obese. While these specific subjects chose to participate in a walking program, the overarching goal of the offer was clear: lose weight and save money on health insurance. Diet Doc understands that the road to learning how to lose weight can be challenging and created hCG weight loss plans to offer patients and easier, faster alternating for losing weight.

hCG weight loss plans combine the powerful appetite suppressant hCG diets education on how to lose weight effectively through healthy eating plans and lifestyle changes. When used as a weight management tool in weight loss plans, hCG diet plans suppresses patients appetites allowing them to consume fewer calories and reevaluate their current eating habits. Many clients have developed unhealthy eating habits over time and simply do not know how to take the first step in transforming their routines to learn how to lose weight. Temporarily suppressing the appetite gives patients the time they need to understand how to lose weight by eating foods high in energy content and protein that leave them feeling fuller and more satisfied for longer periods of time.

Patients losing weight with hCG weight loss plans will have unlimited access to Diet Docs team of weight management professionals six days per week. Physicians, nurses and certified nutritionists are always available to answer questions about hCG weight loss plans, offer suggestions for effective weight management or simply provide support and encouragement throughout this life changing journey. Whether patients are interested in lowering health insurance premiums or are looking for a complete lifestyle change, Diet Doc is committed to helping each patient achieve their goals.

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