While Fats Are Going Down Are Carbohydrates Going Up?

https://youtu.be/ex37b2aRP9w

It's Not Coincidence, It's Providence!

I want to introduce you to a couple of fantastic women that I met a few years ago.  I remember walking into their Medical Spa just to give a friendly hello, and to introduce myself, and then walking out about 45 minutes later with a sense of calm and joy regarding the connections that took place in their office that day.  Faith, family, friendships, and our unique concern for how we could each provide great care to people through our special God given gifts was the common thread of conversations.  What we didn't realize AT ALL that day, was that we would fast-forward to a time when we would all serve in our specialties under one roof.   It wasn't coincidence, it was definitely providence which if you talk to these women is the whole foundation of their business and their care.  The kind of encounter where you look back...or maybe better stated, look UP, with a smile and gratitude.  I could not make a better referral to two people that I trust more than Jana Kueck, RN, and Dr. Robin Talley, MD.    Here's their story and bio's so that you can get connected to them as well.

Providence Aesthetics and Medical Spa was established in 2009 by owners Robin Talley, M.D., and Jana Kueck, R.N.   They began their 30-plus year friendship as roommates at Cox School of Nursing.  Both Talley and Kueck received their nursing degrees and began working in local hospitals.

 Talley went on to University of Kansas Medical School and obtained board certification in anesthesiology.  (No better person to use anesthetics for aesthetics than an anesthesiologist if you ask me.....wow that was a mouthful.  Seriously though, right?)  This is a physician who is serving in her specific field of expertise.   That's HUGE and why I feel so strongly about the excellent care that you will receive from Dr. Talley.  Not only that, but Dr. Talley went on to do advanced training and a fellowship in aesthetic medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.  Over the last 9 years, she has administered thousands of injections of dermal fillers and anti-aging treatments.

Jana Kueck, R.N. is a Branson MO native and has more than 25 years experience in women's health services within the local hospital setting.  Jana is skilled in countless anti-aging procedures  but some of her common requests and appointments are for laser treatments, collagen induction, skincare, and Venus therapy sessions.  Jana's years working as a nurse with patients in the medical/surgery realm of healthcare have prepared her for her current love of aesthetics and in treating the WHOLE person to live, look, and feel better.   Jana believes that cosmetic nursing is an amazing art form that brings the individuals natural inner beauty to the surface.  I can verify that Jana practices what she believes and exudes a warm and inviting spirit when you are in her care.


Team Providence 2017

Providence Medical Spa
Cornerstone Christian Counseling
Lakeland Wellness
Enhanced Health

To say that it is an honor to be connected with these professionals would be an understatement.  What I can tell you is that since we made the decision to come alongside each other in one place to help others in our specific areas of expertise, it has been NOTHING short of amazing.  You'll definitely want to call ahead for an appointment and we can make sure that you get connected to the right provider on our DREAM TEAM here in the Midwest.   417-334-4032


May your day be filled with providence,
Dr. Sonja O'Bryan, Pharm.D., ABAAHP
Lakeland Wellness

An Anti-Aging Plan to "LIVE" By

The residents of Okinawa, Japan, live longer and in better health than anyone else on earth. Could their diet hold the secret?

We should all be so lucky to be born in Okinawa. This tiny group of islands off the coast of Japan boasts a higher percentage of centenarians (people aged 100+) than any other place on earth. “There are more than 700 centenarians there now; that’s 5 times as many than in the United States, if you adjust for population,” says Dr. Bradley Willcox, a geriatric specialist who has been studying the Okinawan people since the 1970s.
Not only do the Okinawans live longer, they live healthier–largely avoiding the common diseases of aging, including cancer, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s. It’s not uncommon to see a 92-year-old Okinawan woman climbing nimbly up a fruit tree to to pick guavas for her farm stand, or a 95-year-old Okinawan man jogging briskly down the beach.
So what’s their secret–great genes? Not according to Dr. Willcox, who confirms that while genetics play a role, the Okinawan lifestyle, including their unique diet, is perhaps the most important factor. In fact, over the last several decades, the gradual introduction of a more western diet in Okinawa has coincided with a rise in cancer and heart disease rates in the younger generations, suggesting that genetics plays much less of a role than food.
We spoke to Dr. Willcox, who shared 7 key tenets of the Okinawan diet, and why they might help you live Fab Over One Hundred.

1. Fill your plate with plants. Long before Michelle Obama redesigned our plates to include more veggies, the Okinawans were making it a way of life. The average Okinawan consumes at least seven servings of vegetables daily–mostly dark leafy greens, seaweed, bean sprouts, green peppers and sweet potatoes. “Most Okinawan centenarians were and are farmers,” says Dr. Willcox. “Even if they’re no longer working large farms, they have fruit and vegetable stands. They eat a lot of fresh vegetables and fruit from their own trees.” If you’re a gardener, you’re half way there. If not, head to your local farmer’s market or join a CSA.
2. Consider the sweet potato.
   Atkins, be damned, Okinawans love their sweet potatoes. Until recently, the tubers made up almost 70 percent of the Okinawan diet. “Sweet potatoes contain a powerful Flavonoid and they have a low-glycemic index,“ says Dr. Willcox, referring to the measure of how much a carbohydrate effects blood sugar levels. This is a major difference between the Okinawan diet and that of mainland Japanese, who eat primarily white rice, a high-glycemic-index carb. Since the recent introduction of more rice into the Okinawan diet in place of sweet potatoes, rates of obesity and type II diabetes have increased. “According to classic Okinawan diet, carbs are okay as long as they’re low-glycemic carbs,” says Dr. Willcox. For a complete list of foods and their Glycemic Index number, click here.
3. Eat soy every day.
   Okinawan women tend to avoid many of the typical issues that come with menopause, such as osteoporosis and heart disease. Dr. Willcox attributes this, in part, to their high intake of soy. “Most Okinawan women were farmers or tofu makers, and you still see women in their 90s walking around carrying pots of fresh tofu on their heads. Tofu, miso and other forms of soy are a main source of protein–they’re eaten every day.” Why soy? “Most of the literature shows a protective effect for soy against many diseases, like breast cancer, because it’s a weak estrogen that occupies the estrogen-receptor and prevents the damaging effects of the body’s natural estrogen.” Other isoflavones in soy have been shown to actually slow the development of prostate cancer, which is virtually unheard of in Okinawa.
4. Learn some recipes that call for turmeric. Turmeric is one of the Okinawans’ favorite culinary spices, ever since they began importing it from India in the 6th century. Long used in Ayurvedic medicine, Turmeric is now being studied by Western medicine as a tool for cancer prevention and treatment. It’s active ingredient, curcumin, is a powerful anti-inflammatory proven to kill cancer cells in a lab dish and shrink tumors in animal specimens. Studies in humans are still in the early stages, but if the Okinawans are any indication, a diet rich in the spice might be a good idea.
5. Make meat a rare treat.
   Okinawans are not vegetarians. In fact, unlike the rest of Japan, they aren’t Buddhists, so they have been able to cook with pork and beef. That said, meat is used sparingly. “Historically, Okinawans would slaughter a pig at the beginning of the year and nip away at it for months,” explains Dr. Willcox. “They’d save it for special occasions and use every part–even boiling the hooves and snout for stew.” Beef is even rarer. Their primary source of protein comes from soy, legumes and fish.

1. Drink green tea like it’s going out of style.
   Traditionally, Okinawans spent all day drinking unsweetened green tea–dipping their cups in a big bucket of home brew while they fished or worked in the fields. The unique Okinawan tea blend–called Sanpin–appears to be even more potent than regular green tea, with antoxidants shown to protect against everything from cancer and heart disease to the aging effects of UV rays. A recent study shows that one ingredient actually burns calories, while another induces a feeling of calm and well-being. Bottoms up!
2. Forgo the “all-you-can-eat buffet” mentality.
   Before tucking into a meal, Okinawans typically toast with the words hara hachi bu, which translates to “eat until you are only 80% full.” “There were times when food was scarce,” explains Dr. Willcox. “Okinawans learned to eat conservatively and exist on fewer calories.” That doesn’t mean they’re constantly hungry–rather, they tend to eat slowly, stopping before they’re completely full to spend 20 minutes sipping green tea before finishing a meal. “This reflects their cultural belief in balance and moderation. There’s no such thing as ‘all you can eat’ in Okinawa.” This type of calorie restriction–eating small, highly nutritious meals–has been scientifically shown to extend life, both in animals and humans. A typical Okinawan elder subsists on 1200 calories per day. Compare this to the average American male, who eats 3500 calories per day.

Author

Bradley Willcox MD, MS PhysicianBradley Willcox MD, MS, is a physician specializing in geriatrics and long-term care. He studied geriatrics at Harvard, and currently serves as a Medical Director at The Queen’s Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii and a Professor at the John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii. Along with his brother, Dr. Willcox is Co-Principal Investigator of the Okinawa Centenarian Study and the co-author of The Okinawa Program and The Okinawa Diet.

Before you take that "Statin" Medication for Cholesterol, KNOW THIS

Healthy Patients on Statins 87% More Likely to
Develop Diabetes

Dallas—Statins substantially increase the risk of developing diabetes, even in generally healthy patients, according to a new database study of TRICARE beneficiaries.

The study of nearly 26,000 beneficiaries of the Military Health System’s insurance program found that those taking the cholesterol-lowering drugs were 87% more likely to develop diabetes compared to a control group.

The report, published recently in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, also found that patients on statins had much higher risk of developing diabetes with complications as well as a much greater likelihood of becoming overweight or obese.

The researchers from the Veterans’ Affairs North Texas Health System and the University of Texas Southwestern, both in Dallas, noted that, while past research has described a link between statins and diabetes, theirs was the first study to only include participants who were free of heart disease, diabetes, and other severe chronic diseases at baseline.

“In our study, statin use was associated with a significantly higher risk of new-onset diabetes, even in a very healthy population,” said lead author Ishak Mansi, MD. “The risk of diabetes with statins has been known, but up until now it was thought that this might be due to the fact that people who were prescribed statins had greater medical risks to begin with.”

Among 3,351 pairs of similar patients—part of the overall study group—patients on statins were 250% more likely than their non-statin-using counterparts to develop diabetes with complications, looking at medical records from October 1, 2003, to March 1, 2012. “This was never shown before,” Mansi pointed out.

The group taking statins to lower their cholesterol also were 14% more likely to become overweight or obese after initiation of the drug regimen.

The study also found that the effect was dose-dependent, i.e., the higher the dose of any of the statins, the greater the risk of diabetes, diabetes complications, and obesity.

About three-quarters of the statin prescriptions in Mansi’s data were for simvastatin, marketed as Zocor.

“No patient should stop taking their statins based on our study, since statin therapy is a cornerstone in treatment of cardiovascular diseases and has been clearly shown to lower mortality and disease progression,” Mansi emphasized. “Rather, this study should alert researchers, [clinical] guideline writers, and policymakers that short-term clinical trials might not fully describe the risks and benefits of long-term statin use for primary prevention.”

He urged further trials to better understand the long-term effects of statin use.

“I myself am a firm believer that these medications are very valuable for patients when there are clear and strict indications for them,” he says. “But knowing the risks may motivate a patient to quit smoking, rather than swallow a tablet, or to lose weight and exercise. Ideally, it is better to make those lifestyle changes and avoid taking statins if possible.”

U.S. Pharmacist Weekly Report.

Your New Favorite Place To Go While In Branson MO

 Good afternoon blog readers.  I wanted to take a moment and share an amazing back story with you.  We didn't necessarily realize how amazing this was going to be, but one phone call led to another, which led to another, and then to another.  The final result of those interactions and conversations was an agreement amongst Missouri's finest integrative care providers (Providence Medical Spa, Lakeland Pharmacy/Wellness, Cornerstone Christian Counseling, and Enhanced Health Clinic) to take a big step and to mesh our services into a 1-stop multi-professional Medical Spa setting.   WOW!

Imagine experiencing some "me-time" for Spa services with a professional dream team. Imagine a functional health center where you get healthcare management to the WHOLE person and not just one little thing you have to try to mention to your practitioner in a seven minute average contact time. That's exactly what has taken place, and the response has been incredible. When you read the list of services at the bottom of this blog, you will see why. We've got you covered!

How do we know that this is what the Midwest wanted …….and needed?  Because we are getting phone calls and people are expressing how amazing this is.  We love serving our local residents, but we also know that many of you come to Branson as a getaway place for vacation and some R&R once or twice a year.   Either way, YOU are important to us.  It will become your 'new favorite place' to go when in Branson . On your next visit to the area, make sure to call ahead about getting a Spa service with one of the members of our Spa team.   Those things that you have wanted to try or have read about in anti-aging and healthcare news are now available in one place with professionals that you can trust.  

Medical-Scientific-Professional-Expert-Advanced.  You'll find this and more inside the Medical Spa.

Providence Medical Spa 417-334-4032

800 State Hwy 248

Manchester Village Suite 3-A

Branson MO 65616

(***just behind the Keller Williams building and next door to Quest Lab) 

MENU of SERVICES

Professional Counseling (Individual/Family)
Saliva Hormone Testing
Boston Heart Profile testing (a VERY comprehensive ALL-ABOUT-YOU health profile) 
Thyroid Testing and Management

Cosmetic Injections

Facial Fillers

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Collagen Induction Therapy

Advanced Flourescent Therapy (IPL/BBL)

Yag Laser (fades capillaries on the face and nasal area)

Venus Legacy (SKIN TIGHTENING and body contouring of cellulite and stretch marks)

HydraFacials

Microderm

Dermaplaning

Corrective Peels

Customized Facials

Laser Hair Removal

Waxing
Professional Counseling

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Adrenal Fatigue Testing

Cortisol Testing

Customized Vitamin/Supplement/Anti-Aging Support Therapies

Weight Loss/Detox Support

Fibromyalgia, Pain, Stress, Fatigue testing and protocols

Iodine Testing

Neurotransmitter testing and treatment (headaches, anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, depression)

AND SERVICES CONTINUE TO  BE ADDED AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW!!!

We are delighted to be your one stop INTEGRATIVE CARE TEAM.  For appointments or more information call:  417-334-4032 to get connected to our expert team.

All the best in beauty, aging, health, and wellness.  We hope to see YOU soon at your NEW FAVORITE PLACE. 

A Natural Remedy For Allergies

I think I found an image that would adequately represent how an allergy sufferer feels.  Would you agree?

40 Million People Suffer From Seasonal Allergies!  It's true. You probably are one of them, or know a family member that struggles with allergies if you're reading this blog.

Allergic reactions come about through a few key mechanisms.  Histamine release, mast cell instability, leukotriene flares, and inflammation through prostaglandins.  What if there was a product that could combat all of those allergy responses at the same time? 

There is -->1 Capsule with 4 Distinct Allergy Busting Ingredients and Without a Prescription!

So here we are in the middle of a season with high allergen counts right?   For allergy suffers what that can mean is total misery from itching eyes, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sinus pressure, and sometimes mild headaches.    I'm writing this blog today because I have been flooded with questions related to seasonal allergies.  "Is there something that I can take?  The antihistamines and nasal sprays don't seem to be working.  They make me tired.  I already have five allergy formulas in my medicine cabinet and I'm getting nowhere. Can you recommend something that is natural and works?"    Yes, I can!

For more than two decades a natural blend of agents, in one convenient capsule, has made a name for itself with seasonal allergy sufferers.   I have been suggesting this product for several years and for those who know about it, they come back EVERY season to get their immune system ramped up and ready for the Fall allergy symptoms.  For those that don't, you've just found your new best friend.  And BONUS, it comes in a Jr. (kids) formula as well.  NON-DROWSY and EFFECTIVE.

So what's in D-Hist?  These are it's allergy busting components.

Quercetin: a mast cell stabilizer.  This magical ingredient basically halts the histamines, leukotrienes, and inflammatory mediators in their tracks.  The key information for you is that YOU HAVE TO START NOW TO GET THE BEST RESPONSE.

Stinging Nettles:  This ingredient helps to control mast cell degranulation, and formation of prostaglandins which lead to inflammation, and also halts histamine release. 

Bromelain: this agent basically helps to stop the hyper sensitivity of the immune system and inhibits the alliances of protein complexes from forming.

NAC: this ingredient serves as the mucus buster.  Your airways and lungs will feel much more clear and you won't have to take three different pills and syrups to find something that works.

I've already ordered 3 shipments just this season and you probably see the reason why.  A natural blend of 4 key ingredients in the RIGHT mixture that helps ease allergies in 4 distinct ways.  What's not to love about that right?

So before you go out and buy another thing to cope with your itchy, sneezy, watery, allergy suffering self, please call and ask our team about this product and we can get some shipped your way.  Or go online and order through the website www.lakelandrx.com.  Click on the MORE tab, drop down to BUY Nutraceuticals, and click the DHIST product. 

Don't suffer any longer with seasonal allergies.  Get started right away!!

To your good health,
Dr. Sonja

Even More Reason To Give Up Soda

Carcinogens in a Can

Posted on April 2, 2015                                                                         

 

 

4-methylimidazole (4-MEI) has been recently suggested to be a potential human carcinogen.  The chemical is formed during the manufacture of some kinds of caramel color, thus is present in cola beverages.  Tyler Smith, from Johns Hopkins University (Maryland, USA), and colleagues estimated exposure to 4-MEI from caramel-colored soft drinks and modeled the potential cancer burden related to routine soft drink consumption levels in the United States.   The team’s analysis revealed that between 44 and 58% of people over the age of six typically have at least one can of soda per day, possibly more, potentially exposing them to 4-methylimidazole.  Reporting that: “Routine consumption of certain beverages can result in 4-MEI exposures > 29 [micrograms]/day,” the study authors urge that: “State regulatory standards appear to have been effective in reducing exposure to carcinogens in some beverages. Federal regulation of 4-MEI in caramel color may be appropriate.”

WHN Longevity News.  American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)