December 18, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

Smartlipo™ a machine that can accomplish Fast and Safe Liposuction Under Local Anesthesia. This technology uses laser energy to liquefy fat or destroy fat cells so that they can be suctioned (liposuction). It also tightens surrounding skin tissue. Unlike traditional liposuction which requires general anesthesia and more down time, this procedure is done in the doctor’s office or medical spa. This procedure is not for the obese needing large amounts of fat removed and are in frail health.

Here are some of the benefits:

1. Less recovery time than traditional liposuction: Most persons can return to work within 24 - 48 hours.

2. Local vs general anesthesia. General anesthesia obviously comes with greater risks.

3. Done in the doctor’s office or medical spa. This affords greater convenience.

4. Body contouring or sculpting for a more youthful appearance.

5. Versatile: procedure can be used on the belly, face, neck, upper arms, knees, back, enlarged male breasts, and thighs.

6. Promotes Skin tightening and improved tone for a more youthful appearance.

7. Less tissue trauma vs traditional liposuction. So, there is less bleeding, swelling, pain and bruising.

8. Less risk than traditional procedure in the hands of a capable user.

9. Approved by the FDA.

10. Ideal candidate is one who has localized fat deposits on body as well as face.

Before undergoing any medical procedure, make sure you discuss all your medical conditions and medication history. These can impact if you are a candidate or how well you tolerate any medical procedure. Again, this procedure is for healthy patients who have localized facial or body fat and not obese patients requiring large amounts of fat removal.

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December 18, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

Intro

Bacteria are every where in and on our body. Some bacteria are bad and if not kept in check by our immune system, will disturb the delicate balance between good and dangerous bacteria. Good bacteria are key components in our immune system. When balance is disturbed, the good bacteria can make us sick. Sicknesses can take the form of pneumonia, strep throat, poor digestion, urinary tract (bladder and kidney) infections, diarrhea, etc. An inflamed stomach which can be caused by bacterial infection can lead to a decrease in Vitamin B12 absorption. Super bugs such as MRSA (methicillin resistant staphylococcus) are on the rise due to antibiotic resistance and overuse. Don’t forget about the secondary exposure to antibiotics we get in our non-organic meat supply.

Probiotics are good bacteria that are in the food we eat or added to a dietary supplement. One good example is lactobacillus which is found in yogurt. It can help us fight or prevent infection. So, yogurt contains a probiotic and plain yogurt is better than flavored.

Why a Probiotic Supplement is Needed

A lot of food sources may contain only one strain or limited amount of probiotics. In today’s fast paced and often crowded environments, you need a source of probiotics with multiple strains or multiple types of pribiotics to support the body in preventing infection and maintaining that delicate balance between good and bad bacteria.

Probiotics will help the body make some B vitamins and vitamin K. They will help clean up toxins which can increase the risk of cancers such as colon cancer. Still, they can lower the effects of lactose intolerance and are key players in the immune system in fighting viruses and fungal overgrowth (for exampe vaginal yeast infection). Probiotics can enhance the body’s ability to fight colitis and irritable Bowel Syndrome. Finally, probiotics can enhance nutrient absorption by the intestines. One way it does this is by helping us to make important enzymes (proteins) necessary for digestion.

As we age, the number of probiotics in our body decline. This is one reason why the elderly are at greater risk for infection, cancer, and Vitamin B12 and other vitamin deficiency.

Other factors that can lower the probiotics in your system includes: Stress, carbonated beverages, antibiotic overuse, toxin build up, certain birth control pills, and laxatives.

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December 18, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

An all natural nutrition or dietary supplement should be rich in plant adaptogens and antioxidants. One or two adaptogens will not make the cut since you need multiple adaptogens to support many of the body’s systems: digestive, respiratory, urinary, immune, etc. Supplements with corn syrup and artificial colors or flavoring should be avoided. Given today’s stressful lifestyle which raises the body’s cortisol level to promote weight gain, adaptogens become even more vital.

Adaptogens are herbal or plant substances that help to energize the body and support the multiple systems of the body. They also help the body to adapt to physical and mental steress. Some examples are: Eleuthero root (used to be called Siberian Ginseng), Licorice root, Chinese Magnolia (Schizandra Chinensis), and Golden root (Rhodiola Rosea).

The notable adaptogen, Eleutherococcus, supports better oxygen utilization by muscles. Rhaponticum Carthamoides can further enhance physical performance by supporting the increase in muscle mass. Why harm the body with anabolic steroids when they are natural muscle builders? Sorbus Aucuparia is an adaptogen that can enhance the body’s ability to prevent vitamin C deficiency.

Dietary or nutrition supplements are just that. They supplement your diet and healthy lifestyle. They do not reverse unhealthy lifestyles or the abuse some may inflict on their own body. They are not treatments or cures. Anyone making treatment or cure claims should be cautioned regarding doing so. High quality, natural supplements should be used with the knowledge of your healthcare provider. If you are on medication, discuss any potential supplement-medication interaction with your healthcare provider.

As a physician I use several supplements. One with which I am especially pleased is Tunguska Blast. This is a dietary supplement made by a company called Cyberwize. It has 10 Powerful and vital Plant Adaptogens. I use it to support my immune and nervous systems. My favorite use of this supplement is to obtain the energy and stamina it imparts to me. I try not to refer to it as a juice because juice implies that the product is obtained by just juicing fruits. This is a nutrition supplement rich antioxidants and adaptogens.

Antioxidants are neutralizers of free radicals. Free radicals are charged particles your body generates in disease (e.g. high blood pressure, obesity, cancer, etc.) and stress states. Free radicals promote aging and tissue damage in blood vessels and organs. High quality, natural supplements should be used with the knowledge of your healthcare provider.

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