SKIN FITNESS

HEALTHY DERMATOLOGY – Look For The Alternative!

The theory of from health comes beauty is actually a science-based reality! I spent years witnessing surgeries that overall could have been prevented and listening to patients asking and searching for alternatives. I ultimately became a “wholistic” dermatologist; “wholistic” meaning addressing and treating the body as a ‘whole’ – inside and out – by combining skin AND internal medicine, because I wanted to give and teach patients those options and I knew there was much more than just the traditional methods. I found that the real key to anti-aging is to recognize and appreciate the skin as the largest organ of the body that works in unison with the other essential organs of the body and that the skin is a window to what is going on inside. By treating the skin internally with healthy foods and beverages (including Dr. Tea’s essential teas), exercise, necessary supplements, anti-oxidants, bio-identical hormones (if needed); while treating the skin externally with truly therapeutic and non-toxic skin products and correct non-surgical laser skin procedures and technology…the end result is natural, more beautiful and youthful skin of the entire body. And the side effect - good health!

I first assess the body’s internal organs utilizing as one tool the BioMeridian technology to see how and if your body is functioning properly at the cellular level, then integrate an Action Plan including maximal, pharmaceutical strength but non-toxic skin products that work, along with supplements, diet, exercise and lifestyle. You quickly feel and see the difference in your health, skin of the entire body and well being, as opposed to developing side effects of medications or having surgeries. As an advocate of PREVENTION – the key to genuinely slowing down the ticking of the clock, averting degenerative health and aging problems, looking and feeling young at EVERY age – is- to know what is scientifically correct and possible vs. marketing, what works and what doesn’t, and understanding ALL your options - because after all, knowledge is power. You empower yourself by learning the importance of non-toxic, non-inflammatory, non-aging ingredients in products and foods, state of the art health and beauty therapeutic treatments that are science not commerce, why this vs. that and keep your skin and body maintained, as you would your car or house. Only then, will you be able to achieve long lasting, naturally beautiful skin and a healthy, energetic brain and body.

So, please stop and think next time you get caught up in all that “instant anti-aging” marketing hype; or - try to get rid of acne by just covering it up or treating the surface of the skin; or - you slap on any old cream or lotion because it sounds good, or – even when you are considering plastic surgery to fix saggy skin and wrinkles! There are choices…look for ALL the alternatives, so you spend your time and monies wisely.

Julia T. Hunter M.D.

Skin Fitness Plus

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posted by Dr. Julia T. Hunter  # 10:32 AM

Comments:

Hi Dr. Hunter!
Got a lot of questions about the beauty benefits of tea. I basically want to know as much as possible.
I've heard of using stongly brewed black tea to mist the face or use as a post-cleansing toner. I've been told that this really helps wit any skin problems. Does this really work? I have mild acne (I inherited my mom's skin...mild acne from puberty into middle age) so I'm hoping that a strong tea infusion will help in addition to my normal skincare routine.
I've heard that it can prevent wrinkles when used topically on the face--true? I'm in my 20s so I'm trying to prevent wrinkles from happening, not get rid of them. Avon used to have a skin cream for women in their twenties who wanted to keep their skin young, but they unfortunately discontinued it so I can't use that anymore. I know I should use a facial sunscreen to prevent premature aging, but is there anything else I can do with tea?
I've also heard of using strong black tea as a rinse to add shine to dark hair. Does it really do that? I have dark hair, and so it would be great to find a natural way to add shine.
Also, I know some people soak their feet in tea to prevent stinky feet. Something about the tannins being good for your skin.
Any other beauty-related or non-beverage uses for tea? I'd appreciate hearing about them.
-Katherine

# posted by  Katherine : March 25, 2010 at 8:28 AM

 

Katherine - The Skin Fitness Plus team has forwarded your comment along to Dr. Hunter and she is working on getting you a response. Thank you for your patience!

# posted by  Unknown : April 20, 2010 at 5:06 PM

 

Katherine!

I am sorry in the delay of my response - I've been traveling so much. I wanted to make sure to get this information to you...

Tea is good for SO many things besides just drinking for happiness and internal health! Remember that from health comes beauty-AND anti-aging-so DRINK your tea for starters! Acne is caused by internal issues such as heavy metal buildup, low thyroid, fungal overgrowth, food allergies-so remember to also eat right for your blood type to decrease acne and you generally crave what you are allergic to, and all of these things inflame your hormone producing glands such as the adrenals which then cause pimples. The skin is just a window to what is going on inside.

I would use green tea for toner on my acne as it is known to help decrease the inflammation and kill the bacteria, viruses and fungus on the skin. Good to take internally also for acne. The problem with black tea on your skin and hair is it can stain so I would suggest white or green tea instead. On your hair, it used to be used like henna to darken and give shine because it coated the hair shaft, moistened and darkened by coating. As for the feet-well ‘stinky” feet would be a symptom as this is not normal and implies fungal overgrowth in the body so tea, if fine for your blood type would be great inside and out.

As for aging-avoiding inflammation as much as possible and glycation caused by sugars so white and green tea is always best to start with and then black if right for you as above. The more antioxidants the better, exercise, lots of water, teas, sleep, you ARE what you eat-green, green and more green, the darker the green the better so you see why I am a fan of TEA!


My website has a LOT of useful info on acne which I hope may also help. http://www.skinfitnessplus.com

Thank you - Dr. Julia Tatum Hunter

# posted by  Unknown : May 20, 2010 at 6:11 PM

 

Hi Dr. Hunter,
What do you mean by "eat right for your blood type"? I've heard of different things like that before, but I've never really done much research on it. I'm an A positive (I knew for many years I was a type A but I didn't know whether I was positve or negative until I went to donate blood), so what foods do I need to avoid and what foods do I need to eat more of?
Speaking of stinky feet, I do have problems with foot odor. It could just be my shoes, though, because I usually wear heavy hiking boots to support my weak ankles. Also, I use the strongest antiperspirant (25% active ingredient) on the market and still have problems with body odor sometimes. Does that mean I'm eating the wrong foods?
Any advice on what to eat to stay healthy would be great. I know I need lots of fruits and veggies (at least 7 servings between the two daily), that most of my grains should be whole (e.g. bran cereal, oatmeal, brown rice, whole wheat breads and crackers), that I should have lean meat (e.g. skinless chicken breasts, ground turkey instead of ground beef, and if I must have beef choose a small and lean steak) for my protien, and lowfat cheese and fat free yogurt for my dairy because those two dairy products have the least lactose.....I'm mildly lactose intolerant. But what among these food categories do I avoid? Any specific foods to be reduced or eliminated?
-Katherine

# posted by  Katherine : May 24, 2010 at 12:06 PM

 

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