It is often said that there are only two things in life that are a sure thing: death and taxes. However, there is another unavoidable pitfall — sweat! For everyone, and in particular those here in the South, underarm sweat and odor are often an embarrassing compromise while enjoying year-round warm temperatures and sunshine. As that thermostat climbs and climbs during the … [Read more...]
Can You Avoid the Cold and Flu Season?
Colds and flus have become synonymous with the holiday season. Once the kids are back in school, noses start to sniffle and throats begin to tickle. Getting sick is unavoidable, or is it? In a sea of crumpled Kleenexes and cough-drop wrappers, is there hope for a germ-free season? Some local experts gave their best advice on prevention, vaccinations and … [Read more...]
Coastal Podiatry: Making Foot Care a Walk in the Park
Most who live in the South Carolina Lowcountry embrace an active lifestyle. And with that can come foot problems. It’s a daily battle for many, and Coastal Podiatry specializes in everything from preventative maintenance to reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Family owned and operated, Dr. Rahn Ravenell and his wife, Dr. Tamika Ravenell, offer the best possible care for … [Read more...]
The Facial Surgery Center: A Beautiful Feeling
In 1999, Dr. Marcelo Hochman, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, opened The Facial Surgery Center after working 10 years in academic medicine. Originally from Venezuela, he attended school at Stanford, worked around the globe and chose to settle in the Carolina Lowcountry after Hurricane Hugo. “Some people would argue that one’s heart and soul are far more … [Read more...]
Dr. Margarita Murphy: Changing Lives for the Better
Dr. Margarita Murphy of Colon Surgeons of Charleston helps people with medical conditions they usually don’t want to admit, let alone talk about. She said that many of her patients “suffer in silence,” sometimes not even confiding in their primary care doctors. She wants people in Mount Pleasant, and around the world, for that matter, to know that they no longer have to live … [Read more...]
Advanced Hearing Care: Setting the Standard for Sound
There’s a lot more to it than just going and buying a device off a shelf Hearing loss is often a gradual process that can seemingly creep up on people. Some of the signs that indicate a decline in hearing include asking for repetition, speech sounding muffled or frequently saying, “What?” or “Huh?” or “Excuse me?” As hearing fades, individuals can find themselves … [Read more...]
Profile by Sanford: Tailored Weight Loss
Most of us want to eat properly and take care of our bodies. But sometimes it’s difficult to know exactly what course of action to take to lose and keep off weight and develop a lasting, healthy lifestyle. That’s where Profile by Sanford comes in. Here, a staff of certified coaches provide members with a plan tailored to their individual needs. The five coaches at the Mount … [Read more...]
Say What? How Hearing Loss Leads to Depression
According to Dr. Kimberly Combs, an audiologist with Advanced Hearing Care, the average person waits seven years to seek help after the onset of hearing loss ... But why? Dr. Juliette Gassert, another audiologist with Advanced Hearing Care, said, “Untreated hearing loss is linked to increased rates of fatigue, depression and less social interaction.” Luckily, this is … [Read more...]
Before & After Weight Loss Center: Shaping a Healthier You
We live in a foodie’s paradise, and sometimes that can be a source of much temptation. Even though we are in the middle of summer, there’s still time to get that beach body. Wish to free yourself from the fad diets that promise results but never quite deliver? Want to feel satisfied, healthy and keep the weight off for good? Before & After Weight Loss Center of Mount … [Read more...]
Everybody Loves Sunglasses: Our Functional Fashion Accessory
Whether you buy ’em for a buck or for hundreds of dollars, there’s just something about sunglasses that everybody seems to love. Songs have even been written about them, from “Cheap Sunglasses” by ZZ Top to “Shades” by Dean Martin to perhaps the most famous of all, “Sunglasses at Night” by Grammy-nominated Canadian singer Corey Hart. The simplest reason for the popularity … [Read more...]
Cryotherapy is Worth a Try: Ice, Ice Baby
For centuries, athletes have used ice baths as a way of recovering after an exceptionally tough workout. Sitting in a tub of ice-cold water for as long as you can stand it never seemed appealing, but after a 20-mile run while training for a marathon, an ice bath might be a necessary evil. Extreme cold temperatures help the body recover quicker. Body temperature, blood flow … [Read more...]