I first met my patient Penny more than 20 years ago. Her youngest son was off to college. She had just become an empty nester. I asked if that explained her red eyes. “Are you kidding?” she laughed. “I’ve been looking forward to this for years. Now that we’re free, my husband and I have… Read More
Author: dr.sears
Are These “Health” Foods Killing Your Metabolism?
My patients often ask, “What can I eat to boost my metabolism?” It’s a good question. If you increase your metabolism even a little you’ll burn more fat. That can mean losing weight without feeling starved. But adding metabolism-boosting foods may not be enough. In fact, you could load up… Read More
Friendly Way to Boost Vital B Vitamins
I don’t watch much TV. But when I do it’s hard to get away from all the ads for yogurt aimed at women. You’ve probably seen these ads, too. A famous Hollywood star meets “ordinary” women and convinces them to try it. Sure enough, their problems with “irregularity” disappear. Have you… Read More
Is Your Lipstick Toxic?
Many of my patients won’t go out of the house without lipstick. It makes them feel polished, confident, and beautiful. I get that. But here’s my concern. Women are paying a hefty price for that look. And I don’t mean the $35 some are handing over for a tube of Chanel. I mean they could be… Read More
An Orange A Day Keeps The Plastic Surgeon Away
When I was in my 20s I heard about collagen. It was being used by celebrities to get fuller lips and smoother looking skin. To be honest, I thought it was something foreign and I didn’t want anything to do with it. Later I came to learn that we have collagen in our bodies but would not realize… Read More
A Refreshing Glass Of Water For Your Skin
Moisture is your skin’s best friend, but sometimes it can feel like the enemy. By your mid-30s, keeping your skin hydrated can seem like a losing battle. Your skin naturally begins to get a little drier. Your cell renewal slows down and your natural supply of key nutrients like hyaluronic acid… Read More
Are You “Embalming” Your Own Hair?
My heart went out to my patient Katie. She had long, thick chestnut hair the last time I saw her. But at this visit, I almost didn’t recognize her. Katie’s hair had fallen out in clumps leaving bald spots at the crown and on the sides of her head. She had cut 10 inches off to remove burnt… Read More
Get Your Glow And Groove Back
Most men just don’t understand what it’s like to be a woman. Their idea of getting ready to go out is putting on a different shirt. It’s so easy for them. But I’ve got good news for you… Being a woman doesn’t have to be hard. There are effortless tricks that take just minutes but make… Read More
The Perfect Choice for Healthier, More Beautiful Skin
I’m trekking through the heart of the Peruvian jungle, sweat running down my face and back. Giant mosquitoes buzz us as we hack our way through the underbrush. Slowly but surely, we make our way higher and higher… At last my companion gives a shout. “Here it is,” he calls to me in Spanish.… Read More