Maryam Hekmat, M.D. Inc. March 2018 VIP MedSpa Clinic News VIPMedSpaClinic.com 858-451-6500 11665 Avena Place, Suite 104 San Diego, CA 92128 Aesthetic News Lytera 2.0 Skin Brightening Complex +An all in one brightener without Hydroquinone +Lytera 2.0 is an advanced Pigment Correcting Serum, formulated to address the appearance of stubborn skin discoloration. +Appropriate for all skin types and tones. +Formulated with a patented, proprietary blend of ingredients, nonprescription Lytera +Improvements seen in as early as 2 weeks with progressively dramatic results at 12 weeks and beyond +Brighten dull skin +Reduces the appearance of dark spots without hydroquinone Message from Medical Director of VIP MedSpa Clinic Maryam Hekmat, M.D, FACP Your 5 Food FIXES Fats with benefits Ideal proteins Xtra Fruits and Veggies Energizing carbohydrate Special-occasion sugar +Creates a more even skin tone
Page 2 VIPMedSpaClinic.com March 12, 2018 +Helps optimize results of multiple treatment approaches, including chemical peels, laser therapy, microdermabrasion, and prescription skin care products, such as hydroquinone +Non-hydroquinone, retinolfree, paraben-free, fragrance-free, noncomedogenic. Key Ingredients Tranexamic Acid Helps correct the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Phenylethyl Resorcinol Helps support melanin balance to correct the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Niacinamide & Tetrapeptide-30 Helps prevent the appearance of new spots while visibly balancing the appearance of your skin tone. Marine Extract Blend Helps to correct and prevent the appearance of hyperpigmentation while supporting a healthy skin barrier. Phytic Acid Enhances skin texture and promotes even-looking skin. Fats with benefits Avocado, Fish, Nuts (especially almonds and walnuts) and low sugar nut butter, Olive oil, vegetable oil, Seeds (chia, flax, pumpkin, sesame, sunflower) The trick is to get fat from the right source, because dietary fats come in several forms. The one you really want are found in the foods listed above because they re unsaturated fats. Monounsaturated/ Polyunsaturated Fats: Dominant in avocado and avocado oil, corn oil, fish oil, olives, olive oil, peanuts, peanut butter and peanut oil, canola oil, nuts, nut butter and nut oil, safflower oil, seeds, sesame oil, and sun flower oil. Saturated fats are found in butter, poultry skin, red meat, dairy products. They are solid at room temperature (think butter), and they have been associated with heart disease. Trans fats are found in processed foods and made when hydrogen is infused into vegetable oil. They are enemy number one among all fats because of their association with many health problems, but they re being phased out of food manufacturing. The deadline for trans fats to be taken out of processed foods is 2018. Ideal Proteins Beans and legumes, Chicken, Dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt), Eggs, Fish and Shellfish, Lean pork and some lean cuts of red meat (look for loin or round 2
Page 3 VIPMedSpaClinic.com March 12, 2018 When to apply Apply one pump twice daily after cleansing and toning the skin, in the morning and evening, prior to applying moisturizer or sunscreen. Where to apply Lytera 2.0 can be applied to the entire face, neck, chest or other affected areas. Does Lytera 2.0 work on acne-prone skin? Lytera 2.0 is noncomedogenic and developed to work well on all skin types. The retinolfree, hydroquinone-free formulation is ideal for skin prone to irritation or inflammatory lesions. How long until visible improvements can be expected? In some cases, results were seen in as early as 2 weeks with increasingly dramatic improvements at week 4, 8, 12 and beyond. Results may vary depending on severity of condition. For optimal results, patients must adhere to treatment plan, use sunscreen daily, and avoid excessive sun exposure. on the label for the lowest-fat versions), Nut and low-sugar nut butters, Tofu and Tempeh, and Turkey. Simply said, you gotta have protein. Thats because it s made up of amino acids, the building blocks for your body s tissues. Xtra Fruits and Vegetables Berries, Citrus fruits, Cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli and cauliflower), Greens, Melons, just about everything you find in the produce section. They bring these primary benefits : Fibers: A healthy form of carbohydrates, fibers helps slow digestion, which is a good thing for satiety, cholesterol level, and blood sugar management. Vitamins Minerals are also micronutrients, but they re not organically found in the body, so you have to get them through foods. Chromium in broccoli helps manage blood sugar. Magnesium found in beets helps your body fight stress. Zinc in spinach keep your immune system strong. Potassium in papayas and bananas helps keep your muscle spasms and blood pressure under control. Antioxidants are powerful disease fighters. They go against chemicals called free radicals, some of which help bad LDL cholesterol inflame our arteries and thus put you at more risk for sudden clogs. Anti 3
Page 4 VIPMedSpaClinic.com March 12, 2018 oxidants mitigate some of the damage and help to lower inflammation in the body. Energizing carbohydrates 100% Whole-grain breads and pastas, Beans and legumes (like lentils and chickpeas), Fruits and vegetables, Nuts and seeds, Popcorn (unbuttered), Sweet potatoes and yams, whole grains (like barley, brown rice, oats and quinoa). All forms of carbohydrates serve as an immediate source of energy. When your body needs to get calories to your brain, heart, muscles, and more, it takes quickly accessible carbohydrates and converts them to energy. Carbohydrate separates into two groups. Complex carbs are the ones that take a long time for your body to break down and digest. Simple carbs are the ones that your body converts to blood sugar in a minute. The foods rich in carbs that come in their natural form are complex Beans, 100% whole grains, vegetables. The foods that are processed with added sugar or are stripped of some of their minerals (meaning that they re not 100% whole grain) are the ones you want to avoid. Eating simple sugars and carbs leads to extreme highs and head-on-your-desk crashes. Complex carbohydrates will slow down your body s digestive and energydistribution process so that you run on a strong, steady engine all day. Special -occasion Sugar Treat yourself to it in small doses, but also learn the secret weapons that can satisfy sweet cravings, healthfully. Sugar is like a powerful drug, and therefore it should be used with caution. Have it irregularly, and only when you really want to enjoy the food and or the wonderful occasion that surrounds it. Sugar addiction is real: Brain scans show that heavily sugared foods stimulates the brain s rewards center in the same way that cocaine and heroin do. 4