| Chromium and Weight Loss |
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Chromium is an essential trace element needed in minute amounts to form an organic complex known as the Glucose Tolerance Factor (GTF). This interacts with the pancreatic hormone, insulin, to regulate the uptake of glucose by cells. GTF encourages the production of energy from glucose, especially in muscles, and may also suppress hunger pangs through a direct effect on the satiety centre in the brain.
Most refined carbohydrates have little chromium content and people eating processed foods will have low intakes. In general, the more carbohydrate you eat, the more chromium you need. Food sources of chromium include whole grains, cereals, spices (black pepper, thyme), mushrooms, brown sugar, coffee, tea, beer, wine, and meat products. Brewer's yeast is also a good source of chromium.
Because chromium has an effect on appetite, hunger pangs and fat metabolism, it has been used as a slimming aid. When combined with a sensible diet and regular exercise, chromium supplements may help some people lose weight (especially if they are deficient in chromium).
It may help reduce sugar cravings and regulate appetite by stabilizing blood sugar levels. It won't help you lose weight by itself, but if you take it along with changing your diet and adding exercise, it may be helpful. Ask about our new weight loss supplement packages that include other important supplements for health and weight loss!
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| New Study on Co Q10 |
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Coenzyme Q10 levels were significantly lower in depressed patients and patients with chronic fatigue syndrome than in normal controls. Researchers conclude that since statins are known to deplete CoQ10 levels, supplementation should be considered for cardiovascular disease patients taking statins that exhibit depression or fatigue.
The Institute has been using Co Q 10 has an integral part of its health and skin program for many years. To learn what other supplements might help, get tested today!
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Greetings! 
The staff at The Institute for Optimal Health and Advanced Skincare wants to help you learn to love yourself on the inside and outside. This month, our focus is on weight loss to help you look good, feel great, and live better!
Our exclusive new weight loss program is now being offered. It will help get your diet, supplements, and cellulite under control before the summer months arrive. The details of this new plan are listed below.
We also have some information about testosterone supplementation as well as chromium, which has been shown to aid in weight loss.
As always, please email me or call the office at 610.642.2644 to make your next appointment.
Kelly Miskin Maack
Internal Marketing Coordinator
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| Love Your Body
-Inside and Out
-Our new exclusive weight loss club
 Our newest exclusive program is now available for all of our patients. The Love Your Body Program is designed to help you look good on the outside and feel great on the inside. This six week program will jump start your weight loss and give you the tools you need learn how to eat properly, exercise, take the proper supplements, and reclaim your health!
The program is designed to include a holistic approach to weight loss and using the Accent laser to help speed up the more difficult areas of fat to lose!. The program integrates the physician consultation to learn about your medical concerns, need for supplements or further testing as well as nutritional information to help you begin the weight loss program. We have detailed instructions for all who enroll on a three meal and snack program daily that can improve your health and waist line.
The program will include the following:
Week 1: Physician Consultation: Includes a visit with Dr. Patel to discuss your goals, medical concerns, and review your diet and supplements. You will be given a 6 week diet and exercise plan as well as a B12 shot. You will also receive a Body Fat and measurement testing to establish your baseline.
Week 2: Nurse Follow-up: Includes a visit for a B12 shot and pre-treatment for your Accent Body Sculpting Laser
Week 3: Accent Body Sculpting Laser Treatment: Includes an Accent treatment of front of the abs and back or upper thighs. We want to concentrate on the areas that are the most difficult to lose for everyone! Most people will need intervention on the abs and love handles to smooth them out! Even our trainers tell us, there is no exercise for those love handles!!
Week 4: Nure Follow-up: Includes a B12 shot and follow up after your Accent Laser.
Week 5: Accent Body Sculpting Laser Treatment: Includes Accent treatment for front of abs and back or upper thigh. Most people usually need a series for optimal results.
Week 6: Physician Follow-up: Includes a visit with Dr. Patel to evaluate your program as well as a B12 shot and another Body Fat and measurement to evaluate the end result.
During each visit, you can choose add-on services, such as a combination shot of different vitamins to expedite the wellbeing feeling, adding additional Accent treatment areas, and taking advantage of discounts on supplements and skincare products.
The summer months are approaching quickly. This is the best time to start a weight loss program to look good and feel great in your summer clothes. Our goal is to help you learn how to take care of yourself in this intense six week program!! Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Patel for the LOVE YOUR BODY-INSIDE AND OUT!
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| Testosterone Replacement
New Clinical Trial Underway
 There is a new clinical trial underway regarding testosterone therapy for hypogonadal men. Hypogonadism (low Testosterone) is on the rise and may be linked to higher death rates from all causes. This study is unprecedented in order to determine if testosterone therapy can improve some afflictions of old age. This is great news for The Institute since we have been offering hormone optimization for years!
After the age of 30, hormones drop 1%-35 each year, which means a 20% drop by age 50 and a 50% drop by age 80. With the recognized decline of hormones from 30 onward, maintaining hormonal balance is critical since each hormone has a specific job and overlaps with others to create a synergictic environment for good health.
The decrease of testosterone levels can cause symptoms such as erectile dysfunction, low libido, increased fatigue, decreased muscle mass, decreased bone density, depression, and impaired cognition. So, the concern is having a longer health span and a higher quality of life.
Hormone optimization is not the only thing that is important. Low glycemic nutrition, exercise, and physician grade supplementation all work together to create optimal health.
For women, unfortunately, there are no trials to see if testosterone therapy can help women. This is still an unexplored area after so many years! However, Integrative physicians have been using Testosterone supplementation for over thirty years to help women with low libido, improving muscle and bone mass, memory, focus and concentration.
If you are concerned about your hormone levels, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Patel to discuss your options.
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