Archive for 2008

Oprah Hits 200 Pounds Again – What Happened

Oprah Hits 200 Pounds Again – What Happened

Ever since she wheeled 67 pounds of fat onto the set of her talk show in 1988 to signify the weight that she had lost, Oprah has become ensconced in America's collective psyche as a celebrity who took on the battle of the bulge and won … and then lost … and then won again. Oprah did not know it at the time, but she was on her way to being America's favorite yo-yo dieter.

Glaucoma Treatment to Go Cosmetic and Boost Eyelashes

Glaucoma Treatment to Go Cosmetic and Boost Eyelashes

A panel of experts for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that a current glaucoma treatment is safe and effective enough to be used to make eyelashes fuller and longer. The panel recommended to the FDA that the drug from Allergen be approved for cosmetic use, with the requirement of follow-up testing after the product's release.

Popular Physician-Grade Skin Care Product Lines

Popular Physician-Grade Skin Care Product Lines

Physician-grade skin care products can improve a variety of cosmetic facial flaws, including rosacea and hyperpigmentation. Learn more about the latest professional skin care products to hit the market.

Comparing REALIZE™ Band with Other Weight Loss Surgery Options

Comparing REALIZE™ Band with Other Weight Loss Surgery Options

The FDA recently approved the REALIZE™ Band weight loss surgery procedure for use in the Unites States. How does the REALIZE™ Personalized Banding System different from the LAP-BAND System® and other bariatric surgery options?

Five Most Popular Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

Five Most Popular Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

There are a variety of non-surgical treatments available to address common cosmetic complaints such as lines and wrinkles, redness, acne, and unwanted hair. Learn more about the most popular non-invasive treatments available to patients.

Dream a Little Dream of Me: The Meanings of the Four Most Common Dreams

Dream a Little Dream of Me: The Meanings of the Four Most Common Dreams

Many of us dreamers want to know what our dreams mean; in many cases, our dreams symbolize our fears about aging, appearance, and death.

Staying Fit During the Winter

Staying Fit During the Winter

When the days get shorter and the weather takes a turn for the worse, it's easy to hang up the running shoes, retire the sporty clothes, put on a sweater, and simply hibernate. With some creativity and motivation, you can stay active despite the weather.

How to Cut the Cost of Bariatric Surgery

How to Cut the Cost of Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is an expensive procedure, but there are ways to make treatment more affordable. Learn the three secrets you need to know before you decide to undergo weight loss surgery.

What’s Left to Eat? The Debbie Downer or Negative Ned’s Guide to Food

What’s Left to Eat? The Debbie Downer or Negative Ned’s Guide to Food

Many Americans are committed to choosing healthy, nutritious foods, but their options appear to be very slim. What choices are unanimously considered to be healthy, if any?

Does Diet Soda Truly Lead to Cancer?

Does Diet Soda Truly Lead to Cancer?

Does aspartame, one of the main ingredients in diet sodas, cause cancer? We present both sides of the debate so you can decide for yourself.

Five Reasons People Start and Continue to Smoke (And Why They're All Bad)

Five Reasons People Start and Continue to Smoke (And Why They're All Bad)

Why do people start smoking? It's a complex question, but we think we've wrapped our heads around it. The reasons can essentially be broken down into why people start smoking and why they continue smoking.

Fat vs. Sugar Round 2: Is Sugar Worse for Your Body than Fat?

Fat vs. Sugar Round 2: Is Sugar Worse for Your Body than Fat?

In the greatest dietary duel of our generation, fat and sugar are battling it out to determine which one poses a bigger threat to your health and waistline. Who will be crowned the true Heavy Weight champ?

Seven Things to Consider Before Getting LASIK Eye Surgery

Seven Things to Consider Before Getting LASIK Eye Surgery

As the technology has matured, safety has increased, and prices have become more affordable, LASIK has become more popular. Here are seven things you should consider before going under the laser.

Five Things to Consider Before Getting Cosmetic Surgery

Five Things to Consider Before Getting Cosmetic Surgery

Are you considering plastic surgery? Here are some important factors to consider before you go under the knife.

Weight Loss Shortcuts — Fast Tracks to Success or Dead End Disasters?

Weight Loss Shortcuts — Fast Tracks to Success or Dead End Disasters?

We live in a world that promises instant results. Whether its "instant" teeth whitening, an "instant" oil change, or just "instant" oatmeal, we want it now. Added to this list is another modern invention: "Instant" weight loss, with minimal effort.