Lenni, Pennsylvania –
November 27, 2013
– The stress of the holiday season sometimes shows up on our skin, according to
noted nutritionist Ginger Hodulik.
“There are a number
of nutritional and skincare interventions that can help you quickly improve
your skin, your appearance and your health, and deal with holiday stress in a
healthy and natural way,” said Hodulik.
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“This is a very special time of year for many
of us, a time to spend time with friends and family. I know for me
it’s the one time each year that I get
to see family from certain branches of my family tree and I want to look
and feel my best,” Hodulik said. “Keeping
our whole-istic approach in mind, here are some fast and easy ways to prepare
for and enjoy your holiday celebrations.”
First, Hodulik
recommends “thoughtful exfoliation” to brighten your skin.
“Our skin is a
dynamic organ which replaces itself on a regular basis. In fact, the skin
completely regenerates every 27 days,” she noted. “The top layer of the skin, the epidermis, is
made up of dead skin cells that shed every two weeks. By practicing
regular exfoliation, you can encourage the process to move more quickly,
stimulate new collagen formation and also allow for better penetration of
topical nutrients designed to support new, healthy skin cell formation.”
One of the
methods Hodulik, the Vice President for Research and Development at DermaMed Solutions (a Greater
Philadelphia Region company) is microdermabrasion, performed by a licensed
professional.
“A microderm can
be done during your lunch hour and provides a nice exfoliation, without any
downtime,” said Hodulik. “You can apply
mineral sunscreen and makeup right afterwards and go back to work looking
bright, refreshed, glowing. Most regular microderm ‘junkies’ opt for
monthly treatments, but you can try it just for a special occasion or holiday
and you will see what a difference it makes in your skin tone,
“In between spa
treatments, part of your home regimen should include the use of an enzymatic,
botanical exfoliator is for a healthy glow without over stimulating or damaging
the skin through over exfoliation. For example, our dmSkincare retinyl enzyme
treatment leaves the skin feeling amazingly smooth – like a fine polish,
and is gentle enough for weekly use.”
Hodulik also
spoke of the importance of nutrition. “Savor
your meal,” she said. “We all know that
feeling after the meal is over, when our belts are bulging, we feel a little gassy
and lethargic. You can enjoy the meal
without ending up in a food induced coma.
“By all means,
eat all the foods you love, but take just a small amount of each. Take your time and really chew each bite
slowly, tasting all of the wonderful flavors.
The faster you eat, the more you eat,” continued Hodulik. “I say skip the roll with butter - you can
have that anytime. Instead, fill half of
your plate with vegetables, one quarter with turkey and one quarter with
something starchy like potatoes or stuffing.
And practice mindful
eating. Sip water between bites. Put your fork down between bites while you
chew. Taste and feel the texture of the
food. Slow down and look around the
table at the people with you and enjoy them. The food is the ‘cherry on the
top.’ The faces around the table are
what matters.”
Hodulik is passionate about the role of nutrition in skincare and general healthiness, and
since acquiring DermaMed Solutions
in 2011; she and her colleagues have been transforming it into a company that delivers
a “whole-istic” approach that encompasses mechanical treatments, topical
skincare, and wellness elements. Hodulik feels strongly that using only one of
these aspects does not achieve lasting results, and that an integrated approach
is the key to long-term healthy skin.
“After a holiday
meal, you need to get moving, “said Hodulik.
“No matter how tempting it is to sit on the couch and nap after the meal
and clean -up are over, move instead.
Everyone has their own preferences. Maybe throwing a football around in
the backyard, a walk around the block, even some group Wii Fit games. Pick something you love and move your
body. This will facilitate digestion and
leave you feeling so much more comfortable.
“And by all
means, be thankful and grateful for your family and friends. This seems so simple, but is actually
documented by hordes of scientific research.
People who view life as a gift and live life with an attitude of
gratitude experience better physical and emotional health. “
Hodulik
earned her BS degree in Foods and Nutrition, as well as her Master’s degree in
Nutrition, from the College of Saint Elizabeth (Convent Station, New
Jersey). She also holds a Certified
Nutrition Specialist designation from the American College of Nutrition. Her
professional affiliations include the American College of Nutrition, the
Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists, the American Nutrition
Association, the Alliance for Natural Health USA, and the Center for Nutrition
Advocacy. She also serves on the
Legislative Outreach Committee for the Certification Board for Nutrition
Specialists.
A
popular public speaker on a variety of nutrition topics, Hodulik has presented
to a variety of organizations nationally over the past few years. Her subjects have included nutrition for
healthy skin; natural skincare products; wellness program engagement
strategies; health coaching; behavior change strategy; the critical role of
vitamin D in health and cancer prevention; and nutrition for women
(particularly during peri-menopause and menopause).
About dmSkincare:
dmSkincare is a clean, clinical skincare product
line created by DermaMed Solutions
(a Greater Philadelphia region company), to support and enhance microdermabrasion
and other mechanical treatments. dmSkincare
delivers a “whole-istic” approach to skincare, with a complete professional and
retail line comprised of nutritious, botanically-based products formulated to
support healthy skin without exposing the user
to unnecessary harmful chemicals. Many active ingredients in dmSkincare’s products are obtained from
botanicals and are blended to create highly effective anti-aging,
anti-inflammatory and skin protective benefits.
dmSkincare products are
paraben, phthalate, sulfate, gluten, BPA and petroleum free, with no artificial
fragrance or colors. dmSkincare products are available
primarily at salons, spas and other skincare professionals. Call DermaMed Solutions at 610-358-4447 or
visit their website at DermaMedSolutions.com to locate skincare professionals that offer dmSkincare products.
Additional
information about DermaMed Solutions
and dmSkincare is available on their
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