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Over 50 What Should I Do?

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Well if you are over 50 your already know saturated fats are bad for your arteries and heart health. But they can also harm your concentration and memory. So, it is best to cut down on red meat, butter, and similar foods.

Don’t stop exercising Over 50. You may not be able to run as you did in the past, so take on some low impact activities like biking or walking. Regular exercise in middle ages can lower your odds of having memory and thinking problems when you are older by almost half. Aerobic exercise is important, but don’t forget to build your muscles, too. One study on regular strength training in seniors found that it caused genetic changes in cells. The result: Older folks’ muscles became more like those of people in their 20s.

Keep Learning. Instead of sticking with what is familiar and comfortable, tackle some new challenges. Learn an instrument or even a new language.

Cut Sodium. Is your blood pressure higher than it used to be? That’s not unusual. It tends to rise as we get older and are over 50. Since sodium can drive your readings up, cut down on salt in your diet. The worst sources are premade and packaged foods. Bread and rolls can also have a lot of salt.

Make Smarter Food Choices. As you get older, your metabolism slows down and you need fewer calories. So, make the ones you get count. Choose foods packed with the nutrients you need. Eat dark leafy greens and colorful fruits and vegetables. Increase low-fat dairy to get calcium for bones. Fortified foods — like cereals with vitamin B12 and milk with vitamin D — can help, too. Cut down on empty calories from sugary drinks and sweets.

We at On Call Medical Clinic can help when you have minor accidents or illnesses. We are here 7 days a week to help. Our onsite laboratory can help us quickly diagnose your illness and prescribe the right treatment to get you up feeling well soon. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about the services we offer.

Why Magnesium is Important

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Magnesium is a mineral your body needs to work right. It helps with hundreds of important body processes, including those that control how your muscles and nerves work. It helps to keep your bones strong, heart healthy, and blood sugar normal. It also plays a role in your energy level. You can get magnesium in many foods and drinks. But if your doctor thinks you need more, she may suggested that you add supplements.

An adult woman needs about 310 milligrams of magnesium a day, and 320 milligrams after age 30. Pregnant women need an extra 40 milligrams. Adult men under 31 need 400 milligrams and 420 milligrams if they’re older. Kids need anywhere from 30 to 410 milligrams, depending on their age and gender. Talk with your pediatrician about how much your child needs.

Your body uses magnesium to build new bone cells. Research suggests that it may also protect against bone loss, broken bones, and the bone disease osteoporosis. Studies show that women with osteoporosis tend to have lower levels of magnesium than those who don’t.

It is beneficial to help you fight inflammation and help the body fight off viruses and heal wounds. It also helps your heart pump blood. Right levels of the mineral can lower your chances of an irregular heartbeat, heart disease, or a heart attack. Magnesium relaxes the walls of your blood vessels and that can help keep your blood pressure down.

Studies show that magnesium may help to block or lower pain chemicals in the brain and may keep your blood vessels from tightening.

We at On Call Medical Clinic can help when you have minor accidents or illnesses. We are here 7 days a week to help. Our onsite laboratory can help us quickly diagnose your illness and prescribe the right treatment to get you up feeling well soon. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn more about the services we offer.

Skin Care Routine- What is Best

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There are several factors you need to consider when creating the perfect skin care routine. We at On Call Skin Care Clinic would like to share some information with you that we hope helps.

First you need to know your skin type when preparing your perfect skin care routine.

Dry skin is flaky, scaly, or rough.

Oily skin is shiny, greasy, and may have big pores.
Combination skin is dry in some spots (cheeks) and oily in others (forehead, nose, and chin).
Sensitive skin may sting, burn, or itch after you use some makeup or other products.
Normal skin is balanced, clear, and not sensitive.

Next Cleaning your Skin properly, each skin type needs the proper cleaning

Normal/Combo Skin Don’t just grab whatever soap is in the shower or at the sink to wash your face. And don’t feel like you must buy fancy, expensive products, either. Just find skin care that works for you. Apply a gentle cleanser or soap with your fingertips. Don’t scrub your face. Rinse with plenty of warm water, then pat dry. If your skin dries out or gets oily, try a different cleanser.
Dry Skin For this skin type, use a gentle cleanser that doesn’t have alcohol or fragrances. Those ingredients can dry you out even more. Gently wash your skin, then rinse with plenty of warm water. Don’t use hot water — it removes the natural oils from your face faster. Try exfoliating once a week to get rid of flaky skin cells. It will make your skin look clearer and more even.
Oily Skin Use an oil-free foaming cleanser to wash your face. Rinse with plenty of warm water. You may want to use a toner or astringent after, but be careful because it might irritate your skin. These products can remove extra oil, which makes your face less shiny, and help keep skin clean.
Sensitive Skin Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and rinse with warm water. Don’t rub your skin with a towel — gently pat it dry. Exfoliating may irritate sensitive skin. Try not to use products that have alcohol, soap, acid, or fragrance. Instead, look on the label for calming ingredients like aloe, chamomile, green tea polyphenols, and oats. The fewer ingredients in a product, the happier your face may be.

Next be sure your Moisturize

Apply it while your skin is still damp from washing or rinsing to help seal in moisture. If you have acne or your skin is oily, find a moisturizer that’s lightweight and oil-free, so it won’t block your pores.

There are more steps you may take when preforming the perfect skin care routine. These however are most important. We obtained this information from the webmd website. We at On Call Skin Care Clinic offer several skin care procedures to help your skin. We offer Botox treatment, Juvederm, Laser Hair Removal and Ultherapy. Please call us at 228 818-5155 to set up an appointment.

Skin Care in the Spring and Summer

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Skin Care in The Spring and Summer. Well it’s Spring and Summer time is right around the corner which means fun in the sun. With more of your body exposed and the summer sun rays you have more of a chance to damage your skin.

Here are some summer skin tips that can help you keep your skin looking good.

Exfoliate for a cleaner and smoother skin. What this does is remove dead, dulling skin to prevent congestion and improve hydration from toners and moisturizers.
Keep your skin hydrated. Increase your regimen’s level of hydration with intensive masques, that can be used one or two times per week,
Drink Plenty of Water.With higher temperatures while you are spending more time outdoors, internal dehydration can result in headaches and dizzy spells. Drink 8 8oz glasses of plain filtered water everyday day.
Always apply enough sunscreen. Most of the time we don’t apply enough sunscreen. Here is what you should apply. One teaspoon for your face and for your body about as much as would fill a shot glass. You should re-apply this every 2 hours.
Soothe Over Exposed Skin. If you didn’t apply enough sunscreen the damage may already be too late. However, you do not need to suffer. Soothing botanicals and cooling gels can help prevent peeling and reduce redness.
Be sure and Repair and treat sun damage.UV light causes photoaging in the form of brown spots, coarse skin and wrinkles, whether you have burned your skin or not. When sunlight comes in contact with skin a cascade of damage results (including the stripping of barrier lipids) causing inflammation, production of reactive oxygen molecules that affect healthy cell growth, and stimulation of collagen destructing enzymes.

We hope this information was helpful. Here at On Call Medical Clinic we offer a full array of skin treatments from Botox, to Laser Hair Removal, to Juvederm, and finally to Ultherapy. Please call us at any time with skin care questions that we may be able to help you with. We are open 7 days a week. You are welcome to visit our website at www.oncallskincare.com to learn more about the skin care treatments we offer.

Laser Hair Removal Fun in the Sun

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It is Spring and Summer Time. We are sure you are ready to enjoy the fun in the Sun in your new swim attire. That unwanted hair needs to go so that you look your best at the pool or at the beach. If you’re not happy with shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair. Laser Hair Removal may be an option worth considering.

Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly done cosmetic procedures in the U.S. It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light. That destroys the hair.

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal

Lasers are useful for removing unwanted hair from the face, leg, arm, underarm, bikini line, and other areas.

Benefits include:

Precision. Lasers can selectively target dark, coarse hairs while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged.

Speed. Each pulse of the laser takes a fraction of a second and can treat many hairs at the same time. The laser can treat an area approximately the size of a quarter every second. Small areas such as the upper lip can be treated in less than a minute, and large areas, such as the back or legs, may take up to an hour.

Predictability. Most patients have permanent hair loss after an average of three to seven sessions.

How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal

It is more than just ”zapping” unwanted hair. It is a medical procedure that requires training to perform and carries potential risks. Before getting laser hair removal, you should thoroughly check the credentials of the doctor or technician performing the procedure.

If you are planning on undergoing this process, you should limit plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks before treatment. That’s because the laser targets the hairs’ roots, which are temporarily removed by waxing or plucking.

You should also avoid sun exposure for six weeks before and after treatment. Sun exposure makes laser hair removal less effective and makes complications after treatment more likely.

What to Expect During Laser Hair Removal

Just before the procedure, your hair that will be undergoing treatment will be trimmed to a few millimeters above the skin surface. The laser equipment will be adjusted according to the color, thickness, and location of your hair being treated as well as your skin color.

We at On Call Medical Clinic offer state of the art Laser Hair Removal. We are glad to have shared the above information from the webMD.com website.

Please give us a call at 228 818-5155 to set up an appointment to discuss the many skin care services we offer. Also, please visit our website at www.oncallskincare.com to review all the skin care services we offer.

Spring Allergies – Know the Difference From a Cold

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Spring is here and this can mean a problem for the more than 50 million Americans with spring allergies. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness.

Allergies have been found to be a leading cause of chronic sinusitis, a chronic condition that may result in multiple sick days and lost productivity. Spring and fall are the worst time for allergies and sinusitis.

There are differences between a cold and spring allergies in the Springtime. Here is how you tell the difference.

Allergy attacks never include fever as part of their presentation. Colds often involve low-grade fevers, below 101 degrees, and can run higher if the virus is aggressive.
Common colds often involve some form of cough while patients may never cough during an allergy attack. Some allergy patients, however, especially asthmatics, can experience wheezing or cough as part of their presentation.
Frequent and multiple sneezes are a hallmark of the allergy attack, especially in a patient who doesn’t feel “sick.”
Runny, stuffy nose. Nasal congestion is a common symptom for both allergy and cold sufferers. It results from increased blood flow to the internal mucous membranes of the nose and sinus cavity as the immune system responds to the condition at hand. Generally, allergic mucous is clear and watery, while an infection causes thick, colored mucous. Contrary to popular belief, the color of nasal mucous does not distinguish whether the infection is viral or bacterial.
Often congestion can cause a feeling of pain or pressure within the sinuses, sometimes called “sinus headaches.” This can occur in both allergies and colds. But if the headache is one-sided, that could indicate a more serious bacterial infection.
Itchy eyes, ears and throat. Itching in these areas almost always suggests an allergic cause of the symptoms.
Sore throat. Both colds and allergies can result in sore throats. But allergy patients often describe the pain as more “scratchy” while colds produce a more severe, “sharp” sore throat.
Swollen glands. Swelling of the lymph nodes in the neck and under the chin frequently accompanies the common cold and resolves on its own. Allergies seldom produce swollen glands.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that this information was helpful. We are here 7 days a week if you are suffering from a Spring cold or allergies. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to review all the medical services we offer. Our friendly and courteous staff is ready to help you get back out and enjoy the Spring.

Skin and Sun – Enjoy

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Skin and Sun

We at On Call Skin Care Clinic know that we all like to enjoy the Sun, but sometimes the Sun can cause serious problems for your skin. Below is some important information that can help you stay prepared while enjoying this Spring and Summer outdoors.

The skin uses sunlight to help manufacture vitamin D, which is important for normal bone formation. But sometimes its ultraviolet light can be very detrimental.

Within the skin’s epidermal (outer) layer are cells that contain the pigment melanin. Melanin protects skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which can burn the skin, and over time, could reduce its elasticity and cause a person to age prematurely. Sun tanning occurs because exposure to sunlight causes the skin to produce more melanin and to darken. The tan fades as these cells move toward the surface and are sloughed off.

Too much exposure to ultraviolet or UV rays can cause sunburn. UV rays penetrate the outer skin layers and pass into the deeper layers, where they can damage or kill skin cells. People who do not have much melanin and sun burn easily should protect themselves by covering up sensitive areas, wearing sun block, limiting their total exposure time, and limiting their sun exposure between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Frequent and prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays over many years is the chief cause of skin cancer. Examine skin regularly for development of suspicious growths or changes in an existing skin lesion. Early detection and treatment are key in increasing the cure rate for skin cancer.

Here are some things you can do to help protect you.

For your Eyes

Wear sunglasses year-round whenever you are out in the sun. Sunglasses should block 99-100 percent of both UVA and UVB light.

Wear a hat with at least a 3-inch brim. Hats can block as much as half of all UVB rays from your eyes and eyelids.

Finally, whenever you are outside, seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM, when sunlight is the most intense.

If you detect symptoms of any problems with your eyes or eyelids, be sure to see a physician. Ophthalmologists have the greatest knowledge of eye conditions, while dermatologists are experts on the skin.

Clothing

Clothing is our first line of defense against the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and protects us by absorbing or blocking much of this radiation. The more skin you cover, the better. A long-sleeved shirt covers more skin than a t-shirt, especially if it has a high neckline or collar that shields the back of the neck. Likewise, long pants protect more skin than shorts

Prevention Guidelines

Seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM.

Do not burn.

Avoid tanning and UV tanning beds.

Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating.

Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of six months.

Examine your skin head-to-toe every month.

See your physician every year for a professional skin exam.

We at On Call Skin Care hope this information was helpful. Please review our website at www.oncallskincare.com to review all the skin care services we offer.

Springtime Illnesses Be Prepared

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Springtime Illnesses- When the weather starts to warm up, people are ready to return to outdoor activities and lengthening days. It can also be a time for springtime illnesses and health problems. Being prepared for potential springtime ailments can help you enjoy a healthy start to the season.

Seasonal Allergies

Budding trees, bushes and flowers release pollen into the spring air. Depending on where you live, spring allergies can start as early as February. And a rainy spring can promote mold growth, leading to many months of symptoms.

You can combat spring allergies with medicines. But many allergy medicines work best when they are in your system before you’re exposed to allergens like pollen. So start your medicines about two weeks before you expect symptoms. You can follow pollen counts online or through your local weather forecast.

Asthma

Like seasonal allergies, asthma can flare up in the spring. Common triggers include pollen, air temperature changes, yard fertilizers, and insect repellants. Don’t forget potential indoor triggers from spring cleaning, such as dust and cleaning chemicals. Contact your doctor if you have trouble controlling your asthma symptoms or need your rescue inhaler more than twice a week.

Remember to use your peak flow meter to check your asthma control. You can buy a meter at your local pharmacy or drug store.

Common Cold

Many people associate getting a cold with the cold weather of winter. But fall and spring are peak times for rhinovirus infections, and rhinoviruses cause about half of all common colds. These viruses spread easily from person to person. Remember basic prevention strategies—wash your hands often and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

Sports Injuries

Baseball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse and golf—just to name a few—all start up again in spring. While professional athletes spend weeks in spring training, you probably don’t. So use some caution when returning to sports and activities. Try to stay conditioned throughout the year. Give yourself extra time to warm up and cool down. Listen to your body.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that this information was helpful. This information was provided by healthgrades.com. Please remember that we at On Call Medical Clinic are here 7 days a week when those minor illnesses and accidents occur. Your staff as well as our facility is well prepared to help you get right back out in that awesome Spring Time weather to enjoy. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to learn about all the services we offer.

Spring Skin Care-What Changes?

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Spring is almost here. So how do you transition your skin care from Winter to Spring. We at On Call Skin Care would like to share some spring skin care tips that you may find helpful.

First you need to go through the skin care products you are currently using.

Ask yourself the following questions.

How long has this product been open? If you can’t place a date to how long a product has been open, it is time to throw it away. Much like food, your skin care products will eventually expire, which can render them useless to your skin.
Will I use this in the Spring and Summer? You probably reach for heavier, more moisturizing products in the Fall/Winter months, and more lightweight, oil free options during Spring/Summer. If you aren’t going to use those products after the weather changes, especially if you know the product will be expired by the time you’d like to use it again, resolve to throw it away once you are no longer using it. You may want to keep a few around in case the weather changes. You should hold onto one serum, one moisturizer, and one mask.
Do I really use this? If you will most likely not have a need for a product, throw it away. Take a look into your bag or drawer and really consider if you are using that product. If the answer is “no but I may need it if… it is time to get rid of it.

Next in the Spring it is time to reach for lighter products.

For Normal/Combo/Oily skin types, this will likely apply to you. However, if you are one that always has dry skin no matter what, then disregard this please. With warmer weather typically comes higher humidity levels, meaning your skin will require a lighter moisturizer. That is not to say you should stop moisturizing altogether. In fact, neglecting to moisturize your skin can result in excess oil production, so be sure to find a lightweight moisturizer that keeps your skin happy and balanced.

We at On Call Skin Care hope that this spring skin care information was helpful. We at On Call are not only your local urgent care facility, we also offer several skin care services to our new or current patients. Please visit our website at www.oncallskincare.com to learn about the skin care services we offer.

Women Vitamins that will Help

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Women are always concerned about what are the best women vitamins to take for women’s health needs. Mother Nature’s blueprint isn’t exactly high-tech, and no matter what sophisticated gadgets we use, certain age-old processes are going to continue, both monthly and over the course of a woman’s lifetime. Fortunately, we’ve evolved nutritionally and learned that along with a clean diet, rich in non-starchy veggies and lean protein, the right supplements can help smooth out the bumpy road of life.

Here are three important women vitamins that women should take.

B Vitamins

They’re essential for healthy metabolism of sugars and starches and for hormone production. They help turn hormones into active or inactive forms, make sure hormones reach the correct destination within a woman’s body, and help eliminate excess hormones to prevent toxicity.

B vitamins are vital for the production of neurotransmitters. “B vitamins also help combat sugar cravings and fatigue.

You should eat whole grains, lean meat, fish and eggs as well as take a B-complex supplement with 25 to 50 mg of vitamins B1, B2, and B5. Also 1,000 mcg of B12. You should always start your day out with these supplements.

Vitamin D3

Low levels of vitamin D, quite prevalent among women. This is linked to greater odds of PMS, death from breast cancer, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, difficult pregnancies, uterine fibroids, rheumatoid arthritis, impaired sugar metabolism, gestational diabetes, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, heart disease, postmenopausal loss of bone and muscle. Optimal liver health is necessary for vitamin D absorption.

You should have your vitamin D levels checked and take the proper supplement for your particular needs.

Magnesium

Last magnesium is essential for many processes for a women’s body. Your magnesium can be deleted by too many sodas, caffeine and certain medications. Also, stress can delete this needed vitamin.

You should start with 100 mg daily and increase to 200-800 mg daily. You should cut back if you have loose stools.

If you don’t like the idea of the pill, you can take a bathe in Epsom salts: 2 cups in a warm tub soaking for 15 minutes 3 times a week will work.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that you enjoyed this information. We are here 7 days a week to help when you have minor injuries or sicknesses. We also preform several skin care services here as well. Please visit our website, www.oncallclinic.com to learn about all our services.