Acupuncture For Migraine: Mechanisms and Science
I have a large number of migraine patients in my practice. Acupuncture can be so helpful. (even on celebrities It works incredibly well, but like all interventions, it isn’t 100% It is my hope that with more and more science, we can make acupuncture more and more effective. Chen Y, Liu Y, Song Y, Zhao…
Read MoreTherapeutic neuromodulation for aging-related disorders associated with the autonomic nervous system.
Excellent editorial connecting the dots between autonomic balance and age related diseases. We’ve discussed autonomic activity and health here and here and I cover it in my book here. A comprehensive review here. Tjen-A-Looi SCY, Fu LW, Malik S, Harris RE, Uchida S. Editorial: Therapeutic neuromodulation for aging-related disorders associated with the autonomic nervous system….
Read MoreAnti-Aging Oral Supplements for Skin : Niacinamide
A simple vitamin may be of use in defying skin aging. I have a serum of 20% niacinamide from Paula’s Choice. More resources for skin here. here Marques C, Hadjab F, Porcello A, Lourenço K, Scaletta C, Abdel-Sayed P, Hirt-Burri N, Applegate LA, Laurent A. Mechanistic Insights into the Multiple Functions of Niacinamide: Therapeutic Implications…
Read MoreSympathoinhibitory Acupuncture for Hypertension interacts positively with anti-inflammatory EA alleviating blood pressure in hypertension
We’ve discussed mechanisms of highblood pressure treatment here, but this article introduces the role of anti-inflammation as a mechanism also. Fu LW, Gong YD, Nguyen AT, Guo ZL, Tjen-A-Looi SC, Malik S. Sympathoinhibitory electroacupuncture (EA) interacts positively with anti-inflammatory EA alleviating blood pressure in hypertensive ratshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10262041/. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2023 May 30;10:1140255. doi: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1140255….
Read MoreElectroacupuncture for High Blood Pressure
This article looks at an array of devices being studied to lower blood pressure. They cite an electroacupuncture device that can be used at home that is under study. We’ll see about that, but acupuncture and electroacupuncture do seem to help@ We’ve discussed acupuncture and high blood pressure here and here. Tolu-Akinnawo O, Ray DN,…
Read MoreAnti-Aging Skin Topical Treatment That Really Work In Clinical Studies
I went on a deep dive into anti-aging skin care because of a patient with gorgeous skin (not a young person!) and she attributed it to Tretinoin. I had tried tretinoin over the years but it was too irritating for my skin, no surprise since I’ve always had a hard time with any sort of…
Read MoreResistance training fights aging in skin reducing inflammation and boosting matrix
This is a fantastic study that looks at the importance of resistance training in addition to aerobic activity to help with antiaging of the skin. More resources for aging skin here and hereAnti-Aging Skin Oral Supplements. Nishikori S, Yasuda J, Murata K, Takegaki J, Harada Y, Shirai Y, Fujita S. Resistance training rejuvenates aging…
Read MoreSunblock and Skin Aging A Randomized Trial
As one of the most valuable examples of the principle of avoidance being powerful, this study showed that applying sunblock daily (NOT as needed) stopped the skin from aging AT ALL over a period of 4.5 years. That’s good enough for me. The sunblock that I recommend is Roche Posay because it has bemotrizanole, a…
Read MoreAnti-Aging Skin Oral Supplements
You can click through to watch the video or scroll down for the transcript and references. Defy skin aging! #skinwrinkles #skincare #longevity #antiaging #dermatology #supplement It’s never too late to improve your skin! Dr. Brad Stanfield, a data-driven dermatologist, recommends these three supplements based on the latest research. Dr. Brad Stanfield’s video here Learn health…
Read MoreHow to get the most boost of your mood from exercise
Getting the most from your workout from the NYTimes. Of all the anti-aging tricks, exercise is the most important of all of them!! So anything to help you to exercise is worthwhile. We’ve discussed exercise and aging here and moderate exercise benefits here and exercise and immune here. We’ve all encountered that person who comes…
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