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New Food as Medicine

Proper nutrition is a very important in maintaining a healthy body. Recently, there have been some new discoveries of beneficial effects food has on your health and your body when fighting off disease. “Anatabloc, an extract from foods such as peppers, green tomatoes, and tobacco leaf, has proven to have beneficial effects in animal models with Alzheimer’s and thyroid disorders,” reports the UK Daily Mail. Board certified Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio says that “I like to educate my patients on the benefits that certain foods have on our bodies. This is just another great example of how eating well can improve your health and help ward of diseases.” Psoriasis is a skin problem where there is an overgrowth of skin cells in certain areas, like the elbows, that become hard and rough. An anti-inflammatory diet has been shown to help reduce inflammation. Vegetables, fruit, oily fish, cinnamon and turmeric all have anti-inflammatory properties. Dr. Rosio, who has offices in El Dorado Hills and Auburn, treats several patients that suffer from psoriasis. “Reducing the inflammation in the skin is the first step on the road to recovery,” says Dr. Rosio. Eating fish and/or fish supplements is a great way to start reducing the inflammation and healing from Psoriasis.

Botox/Dysport Popularity Jumps More Than 400%

Treatment helps Dermatologist’s Patients Defy Gravity

"Record numbers of people are routinely receiving the balancing effects of Dysport/Botox," says Stanford trained Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio. In fact, a recent survey shows that 5.8 million people, a more than 400% increase, are considering having the treatment when compared to just eight years ago (Harris Interactive).

 "This treatment relaxes excessively contracting muscles, such as the frown lines or 'crows feet', that deepen wrinkle. Dr. Rosio tells his patients that the last thing anyone wants is to help gravity. This 5 minute treatment helps defy gravity and the wrinkles that prematurely age your face. "In an experienced board certified specialist's hands, this is a safe and effective treatment," says Dr. Rosio. He also notes, "My patients enjoy a natural improved appearance in 72 hours. People stop asking, 'Are you tired? Upset? Are you getting enough rest?' Instead, my patients tell me their co-workers and friends remark, 'Wow, you look great!' 'Did you go on vacation?' 'Did you change your hair?' The results are subtle but flattering, especially going into the holidays," says Dr. Rosio.

Vitamin D Associated With Increased Risk Of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers.

 A study published in the Archives of Dermatology is looking at the link between Vitamin D and Non-Melanoma skin cancer.  “Vitamin D, which some studies have found may protect against diabetes, heart disease and cancer, appears to raise the risk of non-melanoma malignancies," according to a report on  Bloomberg News. It seems to be shown that it is better for an individual to not rely on getting all their vitamin D from sun exposure only. When in the sun, one should still wear sunscreen. If more vitamin D is needed, physicians recommend getting an increase in their vitamin D levels by ingesting the vitamin in pill form. "An analysis of data on 3,223 patients found those with the highest amounts of vitamin D from sun exposure had a 60 percent greater risk of developing the most common form of skin cancer than those with lowest levels."

        HealthDay (8/16, Gardner) reports that the study "stops short of saying that high vitamin D levels might actually cause these types of cancer, because ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure is necessary for vitamin D production in the body. It might simply mean that people with more sun exposure tend to develop more non-melanoma skin cancers." The link between sun exposure and non-melanoma cancer is proven to be true, but the connection between vitamin D and non-melanoma cancer is still under review. MedPage Today  reports that "It's unclear whether it's the damage from UV rays that accounts for the risk, or rising vitamin D levels that accompany exposure to the rays."  It’s important for the human body to get sufficient amounts of Vitamin D, to protect itself against other diseases, but not at the cost of cancer. But don’t shy away from the sun! The sun is still a great way for an individual to get the amount of vitamin D they need daily; instead, protect yourself against non-melanoma cancer by wearing sunscreen, and only staying in direct sunlight for short periods of time.  

Seniors Get ‘Lift’ from Cosmetic Surgery

Self esteem, a tight job market, and a desire to look and feel younger, are some of the reasons that seniors, now in record numbers, are turning to cosmetic surgery  to raise their eyelids, necklines, and hemlines, according to ABC World News (8/11). Baby Boomers and those in their 70’s and 80’s are spending more than ten billion dollars to improve or maintain their appearance. “Why NOT me? And why not NOW?” are common questions of my senior patients, notes Dr. Tim Rosio, Cosmetic Surgeon and fellow of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Most of my patients are living longer and healthier, and want their image to match the way they feel inside. Years ago many seniors used baby oil instead of sun protection. This ‘Shake ‘n Bake’ method caused the photo-damage and loss of elasticity of their skin that we are seeing today; but now we can treat that in the office in just minutes. Aging also causes certain fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgeons pioneered techniques that make procedures safer, faster, while giving off better results using lasers, fillers, and local numbing solutions instead of general anesthesia, says Dr. Rosio. For example, my SkinFit^SM  technique with SmartLipo allows me to tighten loose skin, and help correct sagging neck or arm skin that would have required cutting and stitching surgery. People of all ages are now into maintaining their skin and a more refreshed youthful appearance. One of my 80 year old patients just said to me, “Dr. Rosio, my friends and other doctors tell me I look like I’m 60, and I love it! They just can’t figure out how I do it.” The more natural look is what many of my senior patients want from our Cosmetic Surgery. Now they can get it with minimal risk, downtime, and with little or no discomfort.

About Dr. Rosio: Dr. Tim Rosio is a board certified Dermatologist member of the AAD, and director of AnewSKIN Dermatology with offices in the Sacramento area in El Dorado Hills, and Auburn. Read more at http://www.anewskin.info/, AnewSKIN’s Blog and YouTube.

Special Report

New Cosmetic Skin Care Products Guide and How to Evaluate Cosmetic Manufacturers Claims

By Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio

People purchase billions of dollars of skin care products every year in the hope that their self diagnosed problems including premature aging, sun damage, acne, rosacea, and more can be adequately treated by over-the-counter (OTC) or mail order company products.  These manufacturers’ products bolster the public’s belief with claims like “Clinically Tested,” “Proven,” “Organic,” or “All Natural.”  Stanford trained Dermatologist Tim J. Rosio, MD, FAAD, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California breaks down the common myths and offers a skin specialist’s helpful approach to evaluating claims made for improving your skin, and where you can turn to learn more.  Dr. Rosio offers helpful tips from AnewSKIN Dermatology to guide you when selecting newer, more advanced skin care products such as active peptides, growth factors, collagen boosting enzyme blockers, and better sunscreens.

It’s Natural.  Aren’t all our lives a bit too hectic and urbanized, leaving us longing for a return to “Nature”?  Also concerns about uncertain chemicals, pesticides, and carcinogens abound.  First, claims of “It’s Natural” or “Organic” are a misleading psychological approach, says Dr. Rosio, implying that the product is safer or more effective, because it is closer to nature.  There is no scientific data to support this claim.  I remind my patients that Cyanide is both natural and organic, but toxic and dangerous.  In reality, most synthetic substances are far purer, more reliable, better tested and safer.  Furthermore, substances in their natural state usually cannot be put into skin care products; they must be chemically changed and processed before they can be formulated and sold, thus canceling out the “natural” claim.

Ingredient Overload. The current trend to load large numbers of plant extracts into products actually increases the chance that a person will have an allergic or irritant reaction.  Overloaded combination products actually decrease the chance that a possibly favorable ingredient has a chance to make a difference because it is over-diluted by the other ingredients, and its effects may be cancelled out by the other ingredients.  See more of these mechanisms explained in the following articles:

·         Cosmeceuticals (AAD, Patricia K. Farris, MD, FAAD)

·         How to customize your skin care routine with your skin type (AAD, New York, 11/10/09)

·         “Organic” Cosmetics (FDA, 9/15/10)

Scientifically Proven. Dr. Rosio says that the biggest problem with OTC cosmetic products is that their testing is inadequate compared to Dermatologic medical products and they may exaggerate claims.  Cosmetic products do not have to prove they improve a condition or treat a disease.  Most companies do not test with the most trusted medical scientific approach called “the double-blind vehicle controlled study.”  They simply have test subjects apply their cream for a short period and compare how the skin is ‘improved’ compared to untreated skin.  Of course anything is better than nothing, but how do you know their “active ingredient(s)” are doing anything more than the cream or lotion base (vehicle) without it?  You don’t, says Dr. Rosio, because most don’t test the vehicle separately, and few use scientific measuring devices.  Instead, most use statements such as: ‘9 out of 10 had smoother skin after using lotion X.’ In contract, Dermatologists insist on more rigorous scientific studies where both the vehicle with and without the active ingredient(s) are tested, and this is the key…investigators and the subjects do not know which cream has the active substance added.  I also look for measures I can trust that show me the treatment is actually effective, such as the appearance of cells and skin layers under the microscope, and quantity of molecules made by the cell that increase or decrease.

Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio gives an exam and skin care advice at AnewSKIN Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California

Helpful Tips. Dr. Rosio provides these helpful tips when evaluating skin care products:

Don’t be swayed by emotional tactics such as “It’s all natural, and organic.”  Find out what your skin problem or condition is, and your skin type, by asking your Dermatologist.  Many people injure their skin and waste years and hundreds or thousands of dollars on products not ever realizing they have a diagnosis they could and should be treating with the help of a Dermatologist.  Ask what the product claims to do, and what kind of research studies backs it up.  Don’t rely solely on ingredients listings and percentages on bottles.  Bioavailability of ingredients, how well they are dissolved, and other factors can make a huge difference in effectiveness and negative side-effects such as irritation and rashes, notes Dr. Rosio.  See my article: “Cosmetic Recipes for Disaster: How to Ruin Your Skin by Ingredients Only!” (coming soon).  If the claims made sound too good to be true, they probably are.  However, we have made huge advancements in skin care science in the last few years.  Especially in the areas of active peptides, growth factors, cell receptor signaling, and better sunscreens.  Consult your Dermatologist and ask for recommendations based on strong science and professional experience.

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New Nodes are Good Nodes

Transplanted Lymph Nodes Cure Swelling
Lymphedema is swelling in a body area where lymph nodes are blocked or absent from surgery or disease.  Dr. Tim Rosio, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology  and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, notes that a new method transplants your own nodes from one body area to another body area.  Following melanoma or breast cancer surgery, for example, nodes may be transplanted from your groin to your armpit, which offers the hope to relieve the chronic swelling.  This method was just recently reported in the New York Times and the Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.