Welcome to Ask a Derm, a SELF series where board-certified dermatologists answer your important questions about skin, hair and nail health. We hit for the first installment Susan C. Taylor, MDBrent L. Johnson Jr. Professor of Dermatology and Vice Chair for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania …
Many factors contribute to the youthful appearance of the skin and how the body feels with age. According to an expert, the use of supplements can help reduce the signs of aging from the inside. One doctor explained that there are many studies showing that dietary supplements can have “profound” benefits for the skin. He …
Dr. Adrian Lopresti is a clinical psychologist who studies how supplements can affect mental health. Lopresti uses a handful of supplements in her life depending on her mood and stress. Dr. Adrian Lopresti has dedicated his work to understanding how nutritional supplements can promote mental health. “I’m a clinical psychologist, so my interest is in …
Now that the clocks have turned back, many of us are getting a little more sluggish and tired. Fewer daylight hours means more time spent outdoors sunbathing and exercising. While it may be tempting to reach for quick fixes like coffee and energy drinks, there’s a better way to help boost your energy levels, according …
A bill to make dietary supplements eligible for purchase with tax-advantaged funds has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate. It joins a similar bill currently before the House. The bill, introduced by Sen. Kevin Cramer, Republican of South Dakota, would amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow funds from health savings accounts (HSAs), flexible spending …
He has skin in the game. With Americans projected to spend $200 billion on supplements by 2025, according to the AMA’s Journal of Ethics, a dermatologist is reminding consumers what’s inside when it comes to maintaining a youthful glow on the outside. you see The placement in your body can make all the difference. Just …
Detroit The market for vitamins and supplements is big money, which is why there are so many of them on store shelves. What many people don’t realize is that they are not regulated by the FDA like a drug. They are treated more like food. This statement is from the FDA website: Because dietary supplements …