Model Gigi Hadid calls it her beauty “secret weapon.” In fact, she used it to prep for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Even actor Daniel Craig reportedly used it to get in shape for Skyfall. Both are devotees of whole body cryotherapy, the use of extreme cold to promote wellness and recovery of the body. […]
Not All Vitamins and Supplements are Created Equal
Americans are spending more than $27 billion each year on vitamins and nutritional supplements. According to a December 2015 report by Euromonitor International, that number should see a growth of about four percent this year despite the debate in the medical community about the health benefits of vitamins and supplements. In fact, there is little […]
Top Reasons To Limit Your Meat Consumption
In October, the World Health Organization (WHO) took an aggressive stance against the consumption of processed and red meats. The decision was based on the findings of 22-member panel who reviewed decades of research on the link between cancer and the consumption of certain meats. The international panel examined findings from animal studies, human health […]
Dr. Piazza’s 5 Healthy Snacks to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Halloween can be a fun time for costumes and make-up, but most Halloween events also involve sugar-laden treats that are bad for your health. While occasional sugar splurges are not a problem, when sugary treats are part of your daily diet, they can lead to a host of health problems. Scientific research shows that sugary […]
Dangerous Beauty: Toxic Beauty Ingredients to Avoid
Just as you pay attention to the quality of the food you put inside your body, you should pay attention to the products you put on your body. In other words, your beauty routine could be harmful to your health. Thousands of beauty products, including lipsticks, foundations and skin care creams and lotions, on the […]
Dr. Piazza’s Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
As a doctor, I advise my patients all year long on how to increase their fitness levels and on how to achieve their optimal sense of health and well-being. This time of year, I enjoy giving gifts that reflect my philosophy of whole-body wellness. I thought I would share with you the products that are […]