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Think sun protection is only necessary in summer? Ultraviolet rays are present throughout the year, although their intensity varies depending on the season, weather, and location. In this article, you will learn when SPF is necessary during the colder months, what role the UV Index plays, and in which situations sun protection remains important even in winter.
Skin boosters, biostimulators, and fillers are injectable treatments used in aesthetic medicine for different purposes. Some aim to improve skin hydration and quality, others stimulate collagen remodeling processes, while fillers are used mainly to restore volume. In this article, you will learn how each category works, what results you can expect, and how the appropriate treatment is selected based on the skin’s needs and the aesthetic goal.
Sugar cravings are not always a sign of hunger or evidence of a “lack of willpower.” They may be influenced by sleep, dietary restriction, stress, habits, and the availability of highly palatable foods. In this article, you will learn how to distinguish hunger from a craving, which factors can intensify cravings, and which strategies may help without rigid restrictions.
“Hyaluronic acid or Botox?” is the first question many patients ask when they visit the clinic. Today, we discuss: • The difference between botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. • Which treatment is suitable for expression lines, loss of facial volume, and lip contouring. • How long the results last, what the risks are, and why a medical consultation is essential.
Weight loss does not automatically mean losing only fat. Depending on diet, physical activity, and the pace of the process, the body may also lose water or muscle mass. In this article, you will learn why body composition matters, how muscle can be protected, and which methods we can use to monitor progress beyond the number on the scale.
Today, we will discuss: • Why cellulite occurs and why it may be present even in people who are slim or physically active. • Which treatment options are available, from radiofrequency and acoustic wave therapy to procedures that release the fibrous septa. • What results can realistically be achieved and how to choose the right treatment for you.
After the age of 40, the body does not suddenly lose its ability to preserve muscle mass, but it becomes increasingly important to provide it with two essential elements: the stimulus provided by strength training and the protein needed for recovery and adaptation. In this article, you will learn how much protein we need, how we can distribute it throughout the day, and why maintaining muscle strength is essential for metabolism, mobility, and long-term independence.
Hair loss is common in men, but not all forms of alopecia have the same cause or require the same treatment. You will learn how to recognize the main signs of androgenetic alopecia, when a dermatology consultation is recommended, and which treatment options are best supported by research.
Metabolic fatty liver disease, now known as MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease), occurs when fat accumulates in the liver in association with one or more cardiometabolic risk factors. Below, we explain its connection with insulin resistance, why it may be present even when transaminase levels (AST/TGO, ALT/TGP) are normal, how the risk of fibrosis is assessed, and what measures may prevent the disease from progressing.
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