Bali holds a special place in my heart. When I was a young boy my father told me tales of this island paradise from his World War II days. He painted an amazing picture of endless beaches, impenetrable jungles and the warm, generous people who lived there. [caption id="" align="alignright"… Read More
When I lecture at anti-aging conferences around the world, I get a good sense of what the leading anti-aging physicians are thinking about. And I'm surprised by how many are still holding out hope for an anti-aging "drug." But I'm not holding my breath. And even if the FDA approved a drug for… Read More
Here in South Florida, we like to say that we live in Paradise. And there’s some truth to that … The sun shines all the time. The beaches are stunning. And for those like me who choose to live healthy, we have an abundance of delicious fruit … right in our backyards. Mangos, bananas… Read More
Staying active is a cornerstone of any anti-aging plan. That's why I rarely let a day go by without a high-intensity workout. Biking is one of my favorite activities, and here in Florida, I can ride my bike all year. But outdoor activity is a double-edged sword. A high-intensity workout… Read More
One of the biggest complaints I hear from my patients during the winter months is how dry their skin is. Keep your skin glowing. I’m sure you’re familiar with the symptoms: More visible wrinkles, a rough and itchy feel and that not-so-attractive flaky appearance. But the good news… Read More
Antioxidants have certainly generated a buzz in the media lately. And for good reason. These powerful defenders give your skin the protection it needs to fight against free radicals on a day-to-day basis. And this protection is exactly what you need to keep your skin smooth and firm — no matter… Read More
It’s hard to put a price on clear, radiant, glowing skin. But when you’re at the skin-care spa looking over the price list ... it sure seems to cost a lot. Is a professional facial really worth the hefty price tag? Let’s take a look. The average facial lasts 60 to 90 minutes and promises to… Read More
Sometimes it's easy to forget that your skin is your "largest organ" because it just doesn't seem like an "organ." Typically we think of organs as heart, liver, kidneys, etc. Ninety five percent of the cells in the epidermis (top layer of skin) work to make new cells and five percent of the cells… Read More
When I traveled to India and visited the home of Ayurvedic medicine, the world’s oldest health system, one of my favorite things I learned was their name for the coconut palm tree. They call the coconut palm kalpa vriksha which means “the tree which provides all the necessities of life.”… Read More