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The perimenopausal period, the transitional phase leading to menopause, can be a challenging time for many women. Fluctuating hormone levels during this time can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms, including heightened stress levels. Coping with stress during perimenopause is essential for maintaining overall well-being and quality of life. Coping Strategies 1. Regular Exercise

Too Emotional or Just Hormones?   In a society where discussions about women’s health often overlook perimenopause and menopause, it’s crucial to shed light on the emotional turmoil many women experience during this phase. Contrary to misconceptions, the roller coaster of emotions isn’t merely attributed to being “too emotional” but is largely influenced by fluctuating

Understanding Insulin Insulin, often regarded as the gatekeeper of metabolism, plays a pivotal role in how our bodies handle sugar and fat. Acting as a storage hormone, insulin directs cells to store excess sugar in the form of fat, rather than using it immediately for energy. While this mechanism is essential for survival, problems arise

What is a healthy metabolism?   A healthy metabolism is a key factor in achieving and maintaining weight loss goals. Metabolism refers to the complex biochemical processes that occur in the body to convert food into energy. By incorporating metabolism-boosting foods into your diet, you can enhance your body’s ability to burn calories efficiently. In

What is a healthy metabolism? A healthy metabolism is a key factor in achieving and maintaining weight loss goals. Metabolism refers to the complex biochemical processes that occur in the body to convert food into energy. By incorporating metabolism-boosting foods into your diet, you can enhance your body’s ability to burn calories efficiently. In this

Hormonal health plays a crucial role in maintaining overall well-being. One key factor that significantly influences it is stress. Among the various hormones affected by stress, cortisol takes center stage. This article delves into the relationship between hormonal health and stress, specifically focusing on the impact of cortisol on the body and well-being. Additionally, we

Gua sha, an ancient Chinese healing technique, has gained popularity in recent years for its potential to stimulate collagen production, promoting skin health and vitality. This traditional practice involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to improve circulation and encourage the body’s natural healing processes. Benefits of Gua Sha for Collagen Stimulation 1. Enhanced

In our ongoing exploration of health and well-being, I hope you’ve had a chance to delve into the resource on water quality shared in our recent communication. Today, I bring forth a specific data point, particularly relevant if you find yourself in Austin, shedding light on the concerning presence of bromochloroacetic acid in the water,

By Dr. Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM   Patients have been asking whether it is OK to get the COVID vaccine if they have recently received filler or Botox injections. Many clients are also wondering if they can they still get Botox or filler after the vaccine. Our providers researched this issue when the Covid-19 vaccine

By: Melissa Miller, Body Contouring Specialist When it comes to looking and feeling your best, there’s nothing quite like a double chin that can ruin your day. Caused by excess fat in the submental region, there are plenty of reasons why some people develop a double chin, including genetic reasons, weight gain, aging, etc. For some

By: Brielle Kirk, PA-C             Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome is a common problem that millions of people experience. It occurs more commonly in women than in men, and it is mostly caused by clenching or grinding the teeth at night. Symptoms can include decreased range of motion of the jaw,

Written by: Melissa Miller   What’s going on? Muscle cramps happen when a muscle involuntarily contracts on its own. Usually, you feel a hard lump at the point of pain — that’s the contracted muscle. Cramps usually occur for a reason. If you haven’t strained a muscle, you’re probably cramping because your muscle is fatigued or

Written by: Natalie Ledbetter   Non-invasive non-ablative Radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening Radiofrequency skin tightening uses radiofrequency energy to heat the various layers of the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. The heat caused by the radiofrequency energy helps the skin become firmer, thicker, and younger looking.  Radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening can be accomplished using

Written by: Melissa Miller   EmSculpt Build muscle and tone your body without strenuous exercise or resorting to surgery. In as little as four 30-minute treatments, you can be on your way to seeing tone muscle in areas like your abdomen or buttocks. EmSculpt feels like an intense workout, no pain required for this gain. Each session is

Written by: Josh Iffla    How to choose the right body contouring treatment for you   The Body Contouring market is growing fast and continues to evolve with new devices entering this competitive space within the Medical Spa industry. Most of these devices claim to achieve very similar results, often leaving potential patients confused and

Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. One of the coolest machines we have in our office in my opinion, is the Coolsculpting Elite machine. How awesome is it that you can freeze your fat cells…FOREVER? Yeah, I thought so too. Many people are skeptical about whether this technology actually works, but that’s what I’m here to

Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Ever since Kim Kardshian posted this photo a few years back, microneedling has been all the rave. The treatment she received was microneedling with PRP, also known as the “Vampire Facial”, but there are definitely many other forms of microneedling on the market today.      SkinPen Microneedling Microneedling with

Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Tired of stubborn fat in certain areas that just won’t go away despite proper diet, exercise, and weight loss? If you answered YES, then we have a solution for you! SculpSure is an awesome body contouring procedure that is FDA approved for permanent fat reduction. Here is a bit about the

Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E.   What is TCA?   TCA stands for trichloracetic acid, which is a non-toxic chemical commonly used in chemical peel treatments. This acid is very similar to acetic acid which is derived from vinegar. TCA is a very common acid used in medium depth chemical peels, but can also be

Written by: Melissa Miller   Coolsculpting Elite is a non-invasive treatment for the reduction of fat pockets that are resistant to diet and exercise. It uses cold or cryolipolysis to kill and destroy those fat cells. They are eliminated from the body and over the course of 1-4 months, your results begin to appear.  These

Written by: Melissa Miller   CUSTOMIZABLE HANDS-FREE BODY REMODELING, MUSCLE TONING AND CELLULITE TREATMENTS What is Evolve Tone? Evolve Tone is an innovative non invasive solution designed specifically to increase muscle strength. It is a non surgical procedure which will enhance the shape and tone of your body. Multiple body areas can be treated simultaneously

Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C   If you have struggled with unwanted hair growth, you know how time consuming and frustrating it can be to constantly have to “de-fur” yourself. Enter electrolysis and laser hair removal. Each are excellent ways of achieving permanent and semi-permanent hair removal but what is the difference? Let’s dive into

Written by: Melissa Miller   CUSTOMIZABLE HANDS-FREE BODY REMODELING, MUSCLE TONING AND CELLULITE TREATMENTS What is Evolve Tite? Evolve Tite delivers an innovative hands free aesthetic solution to remodel your skin. It is a quick and easy treatment that can be done over lunch time and is conducted in the comfort of a treatment room.

Written by: Melissa Miller        Laser lipo, also known as laser liposuction or the strawberry laser, is an FDA-approved non-surgical, non-invasive cosmetic treatment that is an alternative to traditional liposuction. The procedure targets body fat through the application of a controlled laser to damage and shrink fat cells.        During the procedure, paddles are

Written by: Melissa Miller Votiva Vaginal Rejuvenation What is Votiva by InMode? Votiva is a treatment that helps provide rejuvenation for both external and internal vaginal issues. The Votiva system is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treatment of sexual dysfunction as well as in combination with Kegel exercises for tightening of

Written by: Melissa Miller What are stretch marks and can you get rid of them? Stretch marks (striae) are indented streaks that often appear on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks and thighs. Not everyone develops these narrow bands on their skin. Fluctuating hormone levels seem to play a role and you may also have a

Written by: Mary Mireles, L.E Aging. A word that often causes dread in a patient’s heart. We are all familiar with the effects of aging including sun spots, wrinkles and jowls. However, not so many people are familiar with the actual aging process. When you begin to dive into the science behind aging, you are

Written by: Melissa Miller  What is Cryotherapy Cryotherapy, which literally means “cold therapy,” is a technique where the body is exposed to extremely cold temperatures for several minutes. Cryotherapy can be delivered to just one area, or you can opt for whole-body cryotherapy. The theory for whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) is that by immersing the body

Written by: Melissa Miller BUILD MUSCLE AND SCULPT YOUR BODY NO SWEAT REQUIRED!   What is Emsculpt? This is the first device that removes fat by working out the underlying muscle. FDA-cleared for the strengthening, toning, and firming of the abdomen and butt, arms and legs, Emsculpt delivers superior contouring results that existing non-invasive body shaping