Daily Perricone

Tip of the Day:
February is American Heart Month.  A strong, slow, steady heartbeat is the foundation of a healthy body.
The Heart of Heart Disease
It is no surprise to anyone that cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Because of this, getting a handle on preventing metabolic syndrome  becomes increasingly important.  CVD [...]

Tip of the Day:
Banish wrinkles and fine lines with vitamin C.

Whenever you need a burst of energy, try our PEP pick me up smoothie.
Pick Me Up PEP Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened yogurt or kefir
1 tbsp Perricone MD PEP
½ cup mixed fruit combo — melon, berries, peaches, nectarines, etc.
Water to thin if needed.
Preparation:
Put in blender and blend [...]

Tip of the Day:
Slim that spare tire. Exercise is a critical part of any anti-aging program and a great way to obtain a healthier glow.”
When you want a lighter, filling meal, try this easy recipe. Serve with a twist of lemon to accent the naturally good taste of fresh halibut.
Baked Halibut Fillets with Fresh [...]

This revolutionary plan of action will empower you to firm your skin, tone your figure and improve your overall health! I have designed two weeks worth of daily plans, including menus, and suggested daily exercise. When you have finished the first fourteen days, repeat the daily plans from the beginning to complete the full, four-week program. [...]

We don’t always have to look for exotic substances in the field or in the test tube to discover proverbial magic bullets that can literally transform our lives. Such is the case with magnesium. Often overlooked, magnesium is a vital nutrient that has many critical function. Numerous enzyme systems that are needed for the transfer [...]

Kefir: Ancient elixir of the Caucasus
I start every morning by pouring myself a glass of unsweetened whole milk kefir and add to it two tablespoons of POM Wonderful (pure pomegranate extract). I stir it up and it looks and tastes like a rich and beautiful berry smoothie. It is the perfect way to [...]

Antioxidants are critical in anti-aging medicine because they act as natural anti-inflammatories, giving us protection against the free radical-initiated inflammation that causes cellular damage.  When this damage occurs internally to our vital organs such as the brain, it results in problems like Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, and dementia.  It can also damage the lungs, resulting in [...]

A diet packed with fruits, vegetables, nuts, and beneficial fats is the best way to get the nutrients and antioxidants your body needs to stay healthy, but there’s at least one crucial mineral you may not be getting enough of. Everyone need at least 1,000 mg of calcium per day, but women, especially after 50, [...]

Vitamin C
Along with its beneficial effects as a connective tissue regenerator and in maintaining proper immune system function, vitamin C has been shown to help modulate high levels of cortisol brought about by stress. A study in 2001 examined the effects of supplemental vitamin C on high cortisol levels brought about by physical stress in [...]

Perricone MD offers a popular ’skin drink’  - Super Berry Powder With Acai. Many of my patients ask – if considering a similar type of skin drink, what should I look for?
Most importantly when it comes to ‘skin drinks’ make sure that they are rich in plant-based, natural antioxidants and essential fatty acids. These bolster an anti-inflammatory diet [...]