Revolutionary VelaShape Technique helps reshape flab (at least temporarily)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Krissie O’Rielly moaned about her extra belly fat and blamed the excess on her 10 pound child. She struggled unsuccessfully with various exercise routines such as sit-up and crunches but try as she might these measures simply were ineffective.

Krissie’s stomach area was miraculous transformed after three treatments a brand new Liposuction like technique known as “The VelaShape, Procedure”. Kathryn Walsh who works at American Laser Centers in Huntsville claims they can treat all patients, regardless of skin type and works equally as well on both males and females. Much like other fat melting, the VelaShape procedure uses infrared light and deep tissue massage. To help further break down fatty deposits vacuum pressure is applied to the treatment area. The nice thing about the procedure is “There is no down time, no anesthetic, there’s no drain tubes, there’s no wraps, it’s non-invasive,” O’Reilly told reporters.

The VelaShape Procedure in not inexpensive with costs averaging $2,000 per treatment area. Most candidates receive satisfactory results in 4 sessions while others may require 6 or more. Good news is the The VelaShape device has been blessed by the Food and Drug Administration. FDA gives VelaShape thumbs up for the “temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite” and also for the “temporary reduction of thighs circumference.” 

Link to company web site: http://www.velashape.com/

Get a healthy grip on your love handles

By Michael W. Rosen, M.D.

We politely call them “love handles” — those unwanted extra pounds around the waist. But, we certainly don’t love them.

That might be why there are all types of devices and methods that promise to vanquish unwanted belly fat. The trouble is, “spot reducing” doesn’t work. It’s not possible to take weight off just the waist, thighs or buttocks, according to the American Council on Exercise.

But, you still can whittle away at your waist. You’ll just need to take a global approach and put basic weight management methods to work for you.

Movement is a must
To lose weight, you may need 60 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily.

Include aerobic activities and strength-building exercises. Swimming, biking and brisk walking are good aerobic exercises and can be done every day. Strength training should be done two to three days a week with a day of rest between sessions.

For safety’s sake, talk with your doctor before significantly increasing your activity level. If it’s been awhile since you’ve exercised, start slowly and gradually add time and intensity as you work toward your goal.

Watch those calories
Eating right also is important. Fill your plate with nutritious foods — but only enough to meet your needs.

A healthful eating plan emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free or low-fat dairy products and lean protein sources. It also limits saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt and added sugar.

With the right diet and exercise, you can lose weight, gain strength and improve your overall health.

What’s more, those love handles also are likely to recede.

Belly Fat Treatment Options

Life can be more fun when you are sexy, slim and healthy. Of all the places in the body to have fat, the belly and hips are the #1 spots.  Most people are concerned about their appearance and have a difficult time dealing with belly fat.

Your belly fat is so hard to get rid of since that is the place your body turns to first to deposit  extra fat. Not only is it the first place fat goes, it  is also the last place fat leaves.  This is why you see so many  people with excessive and unwanted belly fat. 

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What causes this belly fat then?
Lets face it, you are taking in more calories than you need to.  Your body is an efficient system and keeps fat on tap should you ever run low on energy.  It can quickly melt the fat and convert it to sugar which you body runs on.  Excessive calories can be due to poor eating habits, excessive stress and insufficient exercise.

Exercise is too much work
Everyone leads a busy lifestyle and it can be difficult to find time during the day for exercise.  You need to befin by making exercise a part of your daily routine, not something to avoid.  Don’t just try to target the belly area, exercise your whole body, start to exercise smart.
 

The Medical Miracle - Belly Liposuction
When all else fails and you really are bothered by excessive fat seek out a qualified Liposuction doctor.   Liposuction body sculpting is the most performed cosmetic surgery in America today (breast enlargement is a close second). Americal culture is obsessed with the hour glass figure.  Our network of liposuction web sites was designed to help you find the right solution for you.

How is a successful Belly Liposuction measured?

Success is often determined by the measure of a patient’s happiness following surgery. Generally speaking the patient’s feelings in regards to the procedure and its results depends on a number of factors:

1) Patient expectation set 
2) Patient pre-operative appearance (base point)
3) Surgeon’s technical abilities and techniques.
4) Knowing the results are never entirely predictable.

Performance indicators include:

* Female Patients
It is fortunate to note female patients have softer and less fibrous fat tissues than men, and thus liposuction on a woman is generally easier to perform than on men.

* Belly Skin
Upper belly skin may appear a little bit wrinkled following liposuction. Sometimes older patients with decreased skin elasticity experience a tendency for the skin to appear slightly wrinkled. The lower belly skin is not as susceptible to this type side effect.

* Upper Belly Fat
If the upper belly fat is either not suctioned adequately, any weight gain post surgery will enlarge the upper belly and give the appearance of a bulky midriff.

 * Patient Age
Fortunately the patient age is not an important factor in determining the success of liposuction. Some of the patients who are happiens with their results are women who are more than 60 of age. In a healthy older woman, liposuction can improve a fat belly with little risk or discomfort.

How does Belly Liposuction work?

What is the difference between Belly Liposuction and a Tummy Tuck?
 
Many people are confused by these two treatments and each serves a specific purpose.  Belly Liposuction works by removing fat cells which reside under the skin and above the abdominal muscles.

Patients which have have good abdominal muscle tone, belly liposuction can provide a pleasant and dramatic improvement. Your new flat tummy will appear very natural looking with minimal scarring. Most liposuction patients have a natural elasticity of the abdominal skin, and there is no need to surgically remove excess skin.

However it generally makes sense to have a Tummy Tuck in conjunction with Belly Liposuction when the patient has a lot of excess skin around the abdomen. The Tummy Tuck usually conmsists of a Tummy Liposuction treatment to remove fat.  In addition the surgical removal of a good sized section of skin from the lower abdomen. After the excess skin is removed sometimes it is necessary to surgically relocate of the belly button for proper asthetics.    

Tummy Tuck advantakes compared with Belly Liposuction
 
If the patient has low abdominal skin laxity, large or extensive stretch marks, or severely stretched abdominal muscles (caused by some pregnancys). The Tummy Tuck surgically removes skin with severe stretch marks. Belly Liposuction alone does not remove stretch marks.

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