Is Ozempic Covered by Insurance When Taken for Obesity?
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by Joanne Silatei
1y ago
Taking Ozempic for weight loss is touted everywhere. From social media influencers to Hollywood’s elite, and coverage on national news outlets including the Today Show and 60 Minutes. Chelsea Handler even referenced Ozempic in one of her Oscar jokes. The weight loss secret to the stars, you might think it’s only for the elite. While it may not be covered by your insurance, there is an affordable alternative. One your general care practitioner may not be aware of!    What Is Ozempic? If you aren’t paying much attention because you think it’s just another fad or an inaccessible op ..read more
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FORMA: Everything You Need to Know About FORMA Treatments
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by Joanne Silatei
1y ago
Chrissy Teigen, Kim Kardashian, and Emma Roberts are just a few of the celebrities to sing the praises of FORMA treatments. Haven’t heard of FORMA? It’s also referred to as the “lunchtime facial” or radio frequency facial. Unlike cleansing treatments, FORMA is a noninvasive thermal skincare treatment that enhances, contours, and tightens the skin via deep tissue stimulation. In other words—no lasers, no injections, and no surgery. It is most often used on the face and neck, but it can be used to rejuvenate multiple areas of the body. Here is everything you need to know about FORMA treatments ..read more
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Microneedling+RF: A Look at Morpheus8, VirtueRF, and Vivace
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by Jodi Jaffe
1y ago
Are you concerned about fine lines and wrinkles? Acne scars? Dark spots? How about stretch marks? If you answered YES to any of these, you’re not alone. Many men and women opt for a variety of cosmetic procedures to slow down the visible signs of aging. While there are many treatments available, one popular noninvasive option is microneedling+RF. Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves pricking the skin with tiny sterilized needles. The small wounds cause your body to make more collagen and elastin, which in turn heal your skin and help you look younger. This procedure really takes ..read more
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Morpheus8: Anti-Aging Skin Remodeling
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by Jodi Jaffe
1y ago
What Is Morpheus8? Building blocks, such as collagen and elastin, maintain glowing, youthful skin. Time, environmental exposure, genetics, and lifestyle impact the abundance and quality of collagen and elastin. To postpone or correct these signs of aging, we need to utilize treatments proven to reach deep beneath the epidermis, where the skin’s foundation begins. Morpheus8 fractional radio-frequency treatments stimulate these important building blocks to create healthier, younger-looking skin on the face and body. Morpheus8 is one of the most advanced skin tightening and toning methods current ..read more
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Everything You Need to Know About the O-Shot and M-Shot
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by Jodi Jaffe
1y ago
Did you know that 10-15% of women have never had an orgasm…ever? And close to 50% of women are dissatisfied with the frequency of their orgasms. (MedlinePlus) Furthermore, studies demonstrate that 52% of men experience some form of ED (erectile dysfunction) throughout their lives. ED increases from 5%-15% from age 40 to 70. Although the risk of ED increases with age, it can occur in men at any age. (Healthline) When sex isn’t enjoyable for partners, it can seem like more of a chore or stressor than something to strengthen a relationship. Intimacy is a vital part of life. Men and women shouldn ..read more
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Fitness Apps: Your Virtual Accountability Partner
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by Jodi Jaffe
1y ago
A roundup of our favorite fitness apps to help you achieve your goals Did you know that people who keep a regular food journal are more successful at meeting their weight loss goals than people who don’t? One study published by Kaiser reported that those who wrote down what they ate six days a week lost twice as much weight in six months as those who only kept a food record for one day or less. That is remarkable evidence that shows the advice, “Write down what you eat,” is indeed valuable. Why does food journaling work? One word: Accountability. By keeping track of every piece of food and dro ..read more
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Semaglutide/GLP-1: Your Latest FDA-Approved Option for Sustainable Weight Loss
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by Jodi Jaffe
2y ago
Semaglutide: A Potential Game-Changer Obesity is a condition that currently affects over 40% of adults in the United States. Another 30% are considered overweight. This puts these adults at risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes and is linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer. Losing just 5% to 10% of body weight has been associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in adult patients who are overweight or obese. It has also been shown to lower the risk of getting diabetes by 58%. While there is no “magic pill” that will cure obesity immediately, researchers have ..read more
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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
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by Jodi Jaffe
2y ago
As men and women age, they may develop an imbalance in hormone production. Commonly seen after the age of 50, this imbalance may develop even earlier due to diet and lifestyle habits. The symptoms of hormone imbalance often include increased stress and fatigue. In fact, some individuals become too tired for everyday activities, which leads to a sedentary lifestyle and weight gain.  Although experts recommend solutions for people in their 50s and 60s who experience hormone imbalance weight gain, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is particularly effective.  What ..read more
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Discover PDO Threads: A Facelift Without Surgery
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by Jodi Jaffe
2y ago
With a variety of options available, many individuals are forgoing traditional facelifts and opting for non-surgical alternatives. Medspa facilities can offer patients beautiful results, and choosing a non-invasive procedure is more cost-friendly and comes with less risk. The benefit? More natural and subtle enhancements with little to no downtime, no risk of scarring, quicker treatment times, and instant results. If you feel self-conscious about your fine lines or facial wrinkles, PDO Threads might be the right choice.   What is a Non-Surgical Facelift? Traditionally, plastic surgeons ha ..read more
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Choosing the Right Weight Loss Clinic
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by Jodi Jaffe
2y ago
When choosing the right weight loss clinic, you need to ask yourself: What makes one clinic better than the other? Do I follow the recommendations of family or friends? Do I look at results from strangers claiming to be legitimate reviewers on the Internet? In short, you need to do your homework. If you’re going to invest time, energy, and money into a clinic, you need to feel confident that your chosen clinic will set you up for success.  Accountability When you’re trying to lose weight, willpower alone often isn’t enough to keep you on track. And even if you think you’re maintaining you ..read more
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