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Finally, Your Last Diet –– Innovative Aesthetics

February 2, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Finally, Your Last Diet

By Courtney Albritton, PA-C, MPA, Clinical Director, Innovative Aesthetics, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine

All too often, as a medical provider, I hear from my patients, “I eat a balanced diet, but I keep gaining weight”, “I exercise daily, but continue to gain weight,” or they ask for a weight loss prescription medication just to “give them a boost.” Quite frankly, I couldn’t respond beyond telling everyone to eat healthier, incorporate better lifestyle habits, and exercise more. I, personally, have struggled with my weight over the years. I was the classic yo-yo dieter, self-proclaimed carb addict, and I have heard the classic line to “diet and exercise.” So, if everyone knows how to do this, then why are we still struggling? […]

Non-Surgical Ways To Sculpt and Contour Your Body

September 24, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Non-Surgical Ways To Sculpt and Contour Your Body
By Courtney Albritton, PA-C, MPA, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine

Muffin Top, Cottage Cheese Thighs, Love Handles…These are all terminology we rather not have describe aspects of our body. The growing trend of body sculpting or body contouring has become so popular that many individuals have been trying to find less invasive ways and safer treatment options to receive results without the downtime of traditional plastic surgery. […]

Wisdom or Worry: What are your wrinkles saying about you

May 16, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Wisdom or Worry: What are your wrinkles saying about you
Courtesy Aesthetics Medical Spa & Laser Center, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
Wrinkles are cute on Shar-Pei puppies, but aren’t nearly as attractive on your face. Society has labeled wrinkles as a sign of age, stress, and even as “wisdom.” Some wrinkles occur from volume loss, sun damage, tobacco use, and others from repetitive movements, like smile lines. […]

Innovative Aesthetics: Finally, your last diet – LIVING WELL Magazine

December 18, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Finally, Your Last Diet

By Courtney Albritton, PA-C, MPA, Clinical Director, Innovative Aesthetics, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine

As a medical provider, I hear all too often from my patients, “I eat a balanced diet, but I keep gaining weight,” “I exercise daily, but continue to gain weight,” or they ask for a weight loss prescription medication just to “give them a boost.” […]