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Do you think dry, flaky skin is only a winter problem? Think again… Whether you’re taking an exotic vacation, spending more time outside, or simply enjoying some well-deserved R ‘n’ R, dry skin can be a real summer bummer. Let’s take a look at three dry summer skin culprits (and what you can do to […]

There’s a TON of bogus products and bad skin care advice out there. Which is a shame, because if you use those harsh chemical cleansers and soaps, you’ll strip your skin of its essential oils, drying it out, leaving it to become unbearably itchy and flaky… Or maybe you’ll end up listening to some beauty […]

Do you suffer from wrinkles, enlarged pores, or “rough-to-the-touch” skin? If the answer to any of these is “yes,” you’ve probably found yourself lost in the skincare aisle, overwhelmed by the endless selection of anti-aging products. You may have been instructed to use five different products each morning… and then ANOTHER five totally different products […]

The Standard American Diet leaves a LOT to be desired—it spells “SAD” for a reason. Following such a “sad” diet can leave your body lacking in a whole host of essential nutrients. When you’re nutrient-deficient, that’s when bad things start happening… Achy bones, muscle cramps, punishing fatigue, skin irritation and dryness, getting sick all the […]

Water Plays a Key Role in Promoting Skin Health Skin thrives with water. Being made up of 64% water, the benefits of hydrated skin are greatly rewarding. Staying hydrated helps to improve the elasticity of your skin. This in turn can help in achieving what we all want… a reduced appearance of wrinkles. Hydrated skin […]

If you’re tempted to nab a decadent dessert on your way home from work, this little fact might convince you otherwise — sugar actually ages your skin faster. In fact, it’s among the worst offenders against your complexion, as well as the rest of the body. Here’s how sugar may be responsible for your skin […]

In our last blog, we revealed how plain sugar causes skin aging over time and causes undesirable effects. Fortunately, there are ways to slow these effects in the diet and give your skin some love. We’ll share with you more strategies to kick sugar to the curb for that youthful appearance you always wanted. 1. […]

Lethargic, nauseous, scatter-brained, feeling like the room is spinning… Kinda sounds like a bad hangover, doesn’t it? But you can EASILY feel this way without indulging a few too many glasses of wine over dinner… As it turns out, a terrible night’s sleep can also make you feel like the walking dead, lumbering over to […]

Do you feel like you’re doing everything right but still struggling to lose fat? You’re not alone. I’ve seen enough patients walk through Dr. Chasan’s doors to understand that this is a massive problem. Particularly with those who are health-conscious—the ones who exercise regularly, watch what they eat, and keep up to date on the […]

Please don’t take skincare advice from people who moonlight as a “dermatologist…” You’ll end up with a smorgasbord of wonderfully ineffective skincare advice, such as… “Eat more pickles!” “Scrub away the pimples!” “Lather your face in butter and mayonnaise to moisturize your skin!” No… just… no. Here are 3 other common skincare tips you should […]

When you were a kid, I’ll bet you couldn’t WAIT to get older. Do you remember the freedom of college, living in a dorm room, or your own apartment back when you were a teenager… The endless world of opportunities that were at your feet in your twenties…. But by the time you hit your […]