The Dr. Oz Show
Airdate: May 30, 2012
OMG! Questions Dr. Oz Can't Believe You
Asked
- Dr. Oz answers the most “OMG! I can't believe you asked that,” questions ever
- OMG! Embarrassing beauty questions are tackled
- Viewers road test products to support a good night's sleep
- Dr. Oz shares the best teas for stress
- Cut cravings on-the-go with healthy snacks
It's time for another questions episode
of The Dr. Oz Show. Today's themed question show is: the most
outrageous, OMG!, I can't believe you asked, questions and solutions
for viewers most private problems. Dr. Oz says these are the most
excruciating, cringe-worthy questions and no topic is off-limits.
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OMG! Questions Dr. Oz Can't
Believe You Asked
Dr. Oz hits the streets of New York in
his fancy convertible called the “Dr. Oz Mobile” to find out what
are the most OMG! Questions people are eager to ask. So many
questions, so little time.
Dr. Oz OMG! Question #1: Cuts
on Penis During Sex
Kaylee and Jason, a married couple came
all the way from Michigan to ask their embarrassing OMG! question.
After having sex, Jason has cuts on his penis. This started after
they had their second child and Kaylee had an IUD reinserted. Dr. Oz
said IUD's are one of the most effective forms of birth control and
Kaylee says she loves it because she doesn't have to think about it.
Dr. Oz showed an animation of the
pelvis with an IUD sitting properly in the uterus. There are strings
on the end of the IUD, used to facilitate removal, if the strings are
cut too short they can be sharp and cause cuts on the penis. If the
IUD slips down the uterus then the tip of the device could cause cuts
on the penis as well.
These issues from the IUD are easily
managed. Dr. Oz recommends having the IUD removed and checked then
reinserted. For the cuts, Dr. Oz recommended that the husband applied
an antibacterial cream to prevent further problems.
Dr. Oz OMG! Question #2: Unwanted
Body Hair
The next viewer says she has the
world's hairiest butt. Recently she's notice new hair growing all
over her body where it doesn't normally. Dr. Oz says new hair growth
can be a concern. He says PCOS could be the issue, it's a common
hormonal problem in women. Typically weight loss and medical
treatments can control it.
Dr. Oz showed an animation of the
ovaries when they produce too much testosterone can cause an
over-growth of hair. Dr. Anne Chapas, dermatologist, says there is a
new laser treatment available, called color blind laser, that can get
rid of unwanted dark hair. Dr. Chapas demonstrated the procedure on
the viewer.
Color blind laser treatments last about
20-30 minutes and cost $300-600 per session. To get rid of unwanted
dark hair, Dr. Chapas says patients may need 4-8 treatments given
once every 4-8 weeks. The laser will remove 10-20% of unwanted hair
per treatment.
Laser hair removable treatments may not
be an option for everyone. Dr. Chapas recommends at-home options that
can temporarily remove or reduce the appearance of body hair.
Shaving, bleaching the hair, or using an over-the-counter hair
dissolving product [like Nair].
Dr. Oz OMG! Question #3: Varicose
Veins on Vagina
Varicose veins can happen on any part
of the body. Twenty-five percent of women who have varicose veins on
the legs will develop them in the vaginal area.
Dr. Oz recommends using ice to reduce
the swelling, shrink the veins, and reduce the tenderness.
Compression shorts, or Spanx, can help the pull up the veins and
reduce the engorgement of the vessels helping the wearer feel more
comfortable. Eating more flavonoid-rich foods like spinach, tomatoes,
and dark chocolate can also help support vein health.
Dr. Oz Biggest Beauty Questions
Ever!
Dr. Oz Beauty Question #1: Thinning
Hair and Hair Loss
Her husband noticed that her hair was
thinning and she noticed that clumps of hair come out in shower. Dr.
Oz says hair loss in women is normal, 40% of women experience it.
There are three patterns of hair thinning women experience.
- Male pattern baldness or a receding hair line,
- Female pattern baldness, hair loss on the top of the scalp caused by sensitivity to hormones,
- Alopecia areata, random patterned hair loss often caused by stress, surgeries or medications.
To help support hair growth, Dr. Oz
recommends using over-the-counter Minoxidil
topically which is also available in prescription strength. The
prescription Propecia
can be used for post-menopausal women but during child bearing years.
Keratin
hair powder, made of a protein that sticks to hair fibers,
instantly fills in the lighter areas.
Dr. Oz Beauty Question #2: Stretch
Marks on Breasts
The
next audience question comes from a woman who is concerned about how
stretch marks could impact breastfeeding. Dr. Oz explained that
stretch marks are common when women gain weight especially during
pregnancy. He showed a demonstration of the top layer of skin over
breast tissue. When weight is gained, the top layer of skin will
stretch and when it reaches its limit will crack permanent scars
called stretch marks. It's easier to get stretch marks then it is to
get rid of them.
One key to prevent
more stretch marks is to not gain more weight, said Dr. Oz. While
trying to get pregnant or during pregnancy, Dr. Oz recommends
moisturizing the area with a hyaluronic acid based cream. After
childbearing years, he recommends using a retinal-based cream, which
is not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Laser treatments
are another option.
Dr. Oz Beauty Question #3: Cankles
Swollen ankles can
make women shy away from wearing shorts or sandals. Dr. Oz showed an
animation of the connective tissue around the ankles. As we age or
gain weight the connective tissue can weaken allowing for soft, fatty
tissue and fluid to accumulate around the ankle.
Dr. Oz recommends
using a topical aminophylline cream, costs about $25 at drug stores,
that encourages fat cells to release fluid. Putting the feet up at
the end of the day can support movement of excess fluid away from the
ankles and feet. Drinking celery juice, a natural diuretic, can play
a role in removing excess fluid from the body. Finally, Dr. Oz
recommends wearing heels, no more than 2 inches high, to help
elongate the leg.
Dr. Oz Best Fixes for Sleep
Problems
Dr. Oz has checked
out and had products reviewed by viewers to see which work the best
to fix your trouble falling asleep. Viewers had a chance to road test
products and give their comments and assigning a grade.
Dr. Carol Ash, DO, sleep and pulmonary
specialist, says these products can help people change sleep habits
and can help create cool, comfortable environment that encourage
sleep and help create a routine to help people transition into sleep.
Dr. Oz Best Fix for Sleep #1:
Temperature Control Sheets
Dr. Ash explains company [I believe
it's Sheex] says their temperature control sheets help to wich away
moisture and decrease body temperature to support a good night's
sleep. Available at Bed,
Bath & Beyond for $129. [Online, Bed, Bath & Beyond list them starting
at $159 for a twin set.] Women experiencing hot flashes at night may
find these sheets useful.
Viewer 1 gave the temperature control
sheets an A+.
Viewer 2 gave them a B saying
temperature control sheets worked just OK, they were comfortable but
reminded her of a 1980's spandex dress she had. Her husband said he
got tangled up in the sheets easily felt like he was wearing
compression clothing.
Dr. Oz Best Fix for Sleep #2: Sound
Therapy Pillow
A pillow
with speakers inside that plays calming, soothing sounds of
nature to help you transition into sleep is especially helpful for
people who experience intrusive thoughts and have trouble falling
asleep.
Viewer 1 gave the sound therapy pillow
B+ saying she fell asleep in about 20 minutes when it usually takes
her an hour.
Viewer 2 gave an A+ to the pillow
saying she loved it.
Dr. Oz Best Fix for Sleep #3:
Wristband
Sleep Tracker and Silent Alarm Clock
A wristband sleep tracker can help to
identify the proper bed time and wake time. The wristband will
vibrate to awaken and over-time you may not need an alarm clock. Cost
is about $99.
Viewer 1 gave it a B. She put it on her
husband, who wakes up earlier, and she didn't hear him wake up or get
up. She doesn't like to wear jewelery to bed.
Viewer 2 also gave it a B and also felt
uncomfortable wearing it but could see how over a few days he could
get used to wearing it.
Dr. Oz Best Teas for Stress
Reduction
The Dr. Oz product road test continues
for teas to support a reduction in stress and anxiety. Combat stress
all day long with teas from around the world.
Pina LoGiudice, Co-Medical Director of
Inner Source Health,
says tea is a great way to connect with yourself, to connect with the
spirit and get medicine into you too.
Dr. Oz Best Tea for Stress #1:
Passionflower from USA
Dr. LoGiudice says passionflower has
been studied and found it acts much like pharmaceutical medications
to support the body during times of anxiety. Passionflower can calm
the nerves like medications do, she explains. To reduce anxiety she
recommends drinking passionflower tea at night for it's sedative
qualities after an anxious-filled day when feeling overwhelmed and
exhausted.
To make passionflower tea, add 1
tablespoon of the loose herb to boiling water and enjoy.
Dr. Oz Best Tea for Stress #2:
Eleutherococcus from Russia (formerly
known as Siberian Ginseng)
Dr. LoGiudice recommends
eleutherococcus for the type A personality, person on the go can't
relax and is filled with nervousness. Eleutherococcus is better
earlier in the day as it provides a bit of energy. Eleutherococcus also has the added
benefit of support the immune system. [“Some sources
suggest for best effect, it helps to take it for 6 to 8 weeks
straight, and then have a two-week pause before restarting
(12)...Eleuthero can be taken as a tea, or in even stronger forms
like capsules or tinctures. From
DoctorOz.com.]
Dr. Oz Best Tea for Stress #4:
Hawthorne from England
Hawthorne tea is recommend by Dr.
LoGiudice for emotional stress when feeling overwhelmed. Primarily
studies for its cardiovascular effects, hawthorne is high in
flavanoids, antioxidants. She says it has a berry flavor and can be
enjoyed morning, noon, and night and is also safe for children.
[One more herb was featured on
DoctorOz.com
in the teas for stress article: Ashwanganda from “Africa, the
Mediterranean and India...helps the body fight stress by reducing the
production of stress hormones that result in the fight-or-flight
response. This adaptogenic quality can help the body relax and help
the body stay strong. It also is a potent antioxidant as well.”]
Dr. Oz Healthy Choices to Cut
Cravings
Dr. Oz
discusses road tested snacks to help cut cravings while on the go.
Ashley Koff, RD and
author Mom
Energy: A Simple Plan to Live Fully Charged, says
these snacks can be found at everywhere at health food stores and
online.
Dr. Oz Healthy Snacks On-The-Go #1:
Navitas
Cacao Goji Superfood Power Snack
Navitas
Cacao Goji Superfood Power Snack,
about $9.00, gives energy and antioxidants in an organic and raw
snack. Beware of a multi-serving package, Ms. Koff recommends
portioning out your snacks to prevent you from eating the entire bag.
Dr. Oz Healthy Snacks On-The-Go #2:
Chia Seeds
Chia
Shots are individual servings of the omega-3 and fiber packed
chia seeds available for about $7.00. Ms. Koff recommends to drink
half your coffee then add a serving of chia seeds to the other half.
Drink the chia coffee or lit it sit and thicken into a pudding and
eat with a spoon. The health fats and fiber will help you stay full.
Dr. Oz says he keeps chia seeds with him while working at the
hospital and adds them to water. Chia seeds can also be enjoyed
sprinkled on a salad or mixed in yogurt. [You can also buy chia seeds
in a big bag to save money then portion out servings.]
Dr. Oz Healthy Snacks On-The-Go #3:
Seaweed
Salty snacks are often a bad choice
because then you're more likely to crave sugar. Ms. Koff recommends
munching on seaweed instead of chips. Dried seaweed has a crunchy
texture and a nutty flavor. She showed the Seasnax
Wasabi Grab and Go saying they are only 16 calories for the
entire package, high in nutrients and no sodium. [Annie
Chun also has a seaweed snack in sesame and wasabi flavors.]
Dr. Oz Healthy Snacks On-The-Go #4:
Dried Fruit
Sugar snacks have
too much sugar. When the need for sweets takes over, Ms. Koff
recommends organic dried fruit from Matt's
Munchies Island Mango Fruit Snack. Enjoy dried fruit with a
handful of nuts, says Ms. Koff, to balance out the sugar.
Dr. Oz Bonus Tips! More Healthy
Snacks
Dr. Oz Healthy Snack #1: Cauliflower
Popcorn
Cut cauliflower
into popcorn-sized pieces, add pepper, nutritional yeast and 2
tablespoons of hemp seeds for protein. Let the mix dry overnight then
take it along with you in a little bag.
Dr. Oz Healthy
Snack #2: To
Go Green Tea Energy Fusion Packets
To
Go Green Tea Energy Fusion Packets
are individually packaged powdered green tea that can be mixed in
water, poured into coffee, or enjoyed as a tea. Dr. Oz calls it good
and practical.
Dr. Oz Healthy
Snack #3: Dried Blueberries
One handful of
dried blueberries equals one serving of fruit and provides a dose of
antioxidants. Reach for dried fruit when you crave hard candy. Bring
them with in a travel cup, they make great snacks for kids.
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why does Dr Ox reccomend cocnut water?
ReplyDeleteThanks for your question. Dr. Oz and many of his guests have mentioned coconut water on several episodes this season. Coconut water is high in potassium which fuels the muscles as well as electrolytes which play a role in hydration. Several celebrity guests on The Dr. Oz Show shared that they like to use coconut water as a base for protein and veggie shakes. I hope that helps.
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