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Best Dermatologists and Skin Specialists in Petaling Jaya 2020

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If you are looking to find a skin specialist in Petaling Jaya (PJ), you are in the right place.

Skin Specialists or dermatologists are medically qualified doctors who provide a range of skin care services from treating simple skin conditions to diagnosis and management of more complicated skin cases. Just so that we are on the same page, a skin specialist is a dermatologist if he holds a professional medical degree with further post-graduate training in skin diseases. We wouldn't call someone working at a spa a skin specialist though, but if you have a skin related problem and has not been well managed by a general practitioner, you need to be referred to a skin specialist or a dermatologist.This post is about finding the right dermatologist for your skin problem in Petaling Jaya (PJ), Selangor.


If you have a skin related problem, you're likely to start by seeing your family or primary care doctor. But in some cases, you may be referred to a skin specialist (dermatologist). It&#…
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Best Foods to Prevent Cancer 2020 (With Scientific References)

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The development of cancer, in particular, has been shown to be heavily influenced by your diet. The term “superfood” is a fairly new term referring to foods that offer maximum nutritional benefits for minimal calories.
Do take note that we are talking about foods to prevent your risk of cancer and not about treating cancer with foods. Cancer treatments will be something that you will need to discuss with your cancer specialist. Let's try not to reach that stage.
Many foods contain beneficial compounds that could help decrease the growth of cancer. There are also several studies showing that a higher intake of certain foods could be associated with a lower risk of the disease.
This article will delve into the research and look at a list of foods that may lower your risk of cancer. There is a lot of confusion and controversies about this topic.
Let's dive into the evidence and decide for yourself.
Credit: MD Anderson Cancer Center
1. Broccoli
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Dermatologists in Singapore - Organized by Centre 2019

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Looking for a recommended Dermatologist in Singapore?

What does a Dermatologist do?

Just so that we are on the same page, a dermatologist is someone who holds a professional medical degree with further post-graduate training in skin diseases. We wouldn't call someone working at a spa a skin specialist though, but if you have a skin related problem and has not been well managed by a general practitioner, you may wish to be referred to a skin specialist or dermatologist.

If you are looking for related reviews, please feel free to check out Dermatologist Singapore Review.

The following are skin specialists registered on the Singapore Specialist Accreditation Board’s register for dermatology.

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Can Supplements Lower Your Risk of Coronavirus Infection?

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There is a lot of news and information being churned out when it comes to the latest Coronavirus or COVID-19 pandemic.

When it comes to supplements, there is also a lot of confusion due to the overwhelming mixing of credible scientific information and marketing hypes available on the internet. Information is all over the place and we have tried to compile the major ones into one place.

There are several supplements that might help and we have arranged them in order of importance based on available scientific evidence.



1. Vitamin C

Most people turn to vitamin C after they've caught a cold. Because your body doesn't produce or store it, you need daily vitamin C for continued health. Almost all citrus fruits are high in vitamin C.

Vitamin C appears to be able to both prevent and treat respiratory and systemic infections by enhancing various immune cell functions. Prophylactic prevention of infection requires dietary vitamin C intakes that provide at least adequate, if not saturati…
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Mole Removal Malaysia: Cost and Reviews 2019 / 2020

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If you are looking to find the best mole removal clinic in Malaysia, you are in the right place.

It's clear from browsing the online space that there is a lot of misinformation being spread. Which specialist do you see for your mole removal? Your beautician, dermatologist, aesthetic general practitioner, general surgeon or your plastic surgeon? Before you decide, it's better that you do some reading and have some understanding what a mole is and the types of moles, so that you have better clarity in understanding the procedures involved.





Moles are frequently removed for a variety of reasons. They can be removed by two surgical methods:
Excision (cutting), with or without stitchesShave removal using a scalpel blade without stitches Although laser excision has been tried for moles, it is not the method of choice for most deep moles because the laser light doesn't penetrate deeply enough, and there is no tissue remaining to examine pathologically. Typically, the dermatologist (…
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Top 10 Aesthetic Clinics in Singapore 2020

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Looking for the best aesthetic clinics in Singapore? We have compiled 10 aesthetic clinics in Singapore based on Google search results as well as information provided by bloggers in Singapore. 

There are also guidelines by the Singapore Medical Council on aesthetic practices in Singapore. You can download the guidelines here: healthprofessionals.gov.sg.

The aesthetic clinics below have been arranged based on their clinics' "Average monthly Google keyword searches" for their clinics and the Alexa ranking of their websites.
Disclaimer: A better Alexa ranking or higher keyword searches don't necessarily mean that a particular clinic is better than the other. It shows the relative volume of online traffic to their websites. The Average Monthly Google Keyword Searches shows the search volume of the brand name of the clinics on Google search.

Here is our 10 best aesthetic clinics list.
#1. The Clifford Clinic


Address: 24 Raffles Place, #01-03 Clifford Centre, Singapore 048621

Cli…
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17 Best Nutrients and Supplements for Your Immune System to Fight Against the 2019 Coronavirus? (Evidence Based)

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While many people are worried about the latest Coronavirus or COVID-19, there are several things you can do (and not do) to improve your immune system. Your immune system is your first line of defence against the coronavirus, not the treatments you would get from the hospitals. That's your last line of defence.
As of May 13, 2020, there are more than 850 clinical trials of COVID-19 treatments or vaccines that are either ongoing or recruiting patients have been registered. New ones are being added every day. The drugs or treatments being tested range from repurposed flu treatments to failed ebola drugs, to stem cell therapy, to malaria treatments that were first developed decades ago. Most of these treatments under clinical trials are still dependent on the immune system to win the battle against the SARS-Cov-2 virus. The anti-virals will reduce the viral load so that it's easier for the immune system to fight against the virus, a vaccine is supposed to stimulate the immune syst…
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5 Top Antioxidant Supplements in 2020

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Antioxidants are often used as a marketing buzzword. Is there any science behind antioxidants and should you take antioxidant supplements?



What are Antioxidants?

There are hundreds, probably thousands, of different substances that can act as antioxidants. The most familiar ones are vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and other related carotenoids, along with the minerals selenium, manganese. They’re joined by glutathione, coenzyme Q10, lipoic acid, flavonoids, phenols, polyphenols, phytoestrogens, molecular hydrogen and many more. Most are naturally occurring, and their presence in food is likely to prevent oxidation or to serve as a natural defense against the local environment. Antioxidants tend to work best in combination with other antioxidants (Source).

Should You Take Antioxidant Supplements?

The oxidative stress caused by free radicals to the body’s cells is thought to be a major contributor to the development of cancer (Trusted Source).

Since antioxidants neutralize free radic…
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Best Cellulite Treatment in Malaysia | Cost, Reviews and Clinics 2020

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If you are looking for the best cellulite treatment clinics in Kuala Lumpur, we've got the reviews and cost covered in this post.



For a layperson, you might get confused over the wide range of cellulite treatment prices and methods available in beauty salons and aesthetic clinics. Since there are many popular methods of cellulite treatment in Malaysia, we will cover the essentials so that you will understand the differences between the myths and facts of cellulite treatment.

Overview

Cellulite is a term for lumpy, dimpled flesh on the thighs, hips, buttocks and abdomen. It's most common in adolescent and adult women. Although not a serious medical condition, your cellulite might embarrass you.

Many cellulite treatments, including massages or cellulite creams, advertise remarkable results. Most of these treatments don't live up to their claims. Researchers are studying possible medical treatments. In the meantime, you can take steps to slightly improve the appearance of celluli…
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Aesthetics 101 (Part 2): Human Physiology, Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Pathology: Basic Science for Aesthetics

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This is part 2 of our Aesthetics 101 series.


Human Physiology for Aesthetics
Why do we need to know human physiology?
"Physiology' is the study of the 'functions' of the human body. For easier comprehension, the body is usually categorized using the 'systems' approach again (as in part 1 of our aesthetics 101 series):
Integumentary System (The integumentary system includes hair, scales, feathers, hooves, and nails.)cardiovascular systemgastrointestinal systemnervous systemrespiratory systemendocrine systemurino-genital systemmusculo-skeletal systemhematological system
You have an overview of what the 'skin' is in part 1, now you will need to know the functions (why, when and how) of the skin. Why is it important? You need to know what is normal before you know what is abnormal. What is the normal PH of the skin? Why are there pigments in the skin and what are their functions? What is the sebaceous gland and it's function?  Physiology is also an important b…
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