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The HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin) hormone naturally exists in men and women’s body, but is found in more significant amount in pregnant women as during pregnancy, the placenta produces more of this hormone. HCG hormone is needed to supply protein and other nutrients for optimal growth and development of the fetus. A pregnant woman should be on the alert if she has remarkably low levels of HCG in her blood as this condition often become an early warning of imminent miscarriage or other serious problems. To increase the HCG levels, doctors usually suggest several methods which may include the prevention of diuretics intake (e.g., caffeine, ginger, watermelons, cucumbers, etc.) and the use of HCG supplements.

HCG diet supplements are non-prescription medications easily and widely available in the market in the form of drops and injections. Doctors commonly prescribe this FDA-approved supplement for their pregnant patients with a potentially dangerous problem of extremely low hcg levels. Taking HCG injections is considered giving faster assimilation of the hormone into the body system, but the drop form is more preferred because most patients feel more comfortable with this technique as it is typically more affordable and, of course, causes no pain at all. However, both methods give just the same level of effectiveness, and it is only a matter of personal preferences that determine which one is suitable for an individual.

Cosmetic advantages
* The procedure is performed in the office and takes from 10 to 20 minutes
* Does not require anesthesia or tests for allergic reactions
* It delays the onset or reduces crow’s feet, frown lines and forehead, and eyebrows lifted slightly upward
* It is also useful in the creases of the neck and décolleté
* You can apply at any time of year
* Results are visible between the third and fifth day
* Can be applied once every six months

Side Effects
If the application of botulinum toxin is made by qualified medical personnel: in some patients can cause small bruises and soreness and swelling at the injection site, which are resolved in one week alone. There is also the likelihood of developing infection at injection sites, which must be corrected by the doctor, some patients report headache pain subsides.

Recently reported cases of deaths caused by overdose of the toxin in children younger than 12 years, which has spread from the injection site to other parts of the body.

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It is a molecule produced by Clostridium botilinum. This organism is found in any environment and is the cause of food poisoning contaminated with it, mostly canned goods and meat, called Botulism. The bacteria produce a neurotoxin (a substance that affects the nervous system) very potent in small quantities that paralyzes muscles and can cause cardiac arrest leading to death of individual. Botulinum toxin is the most potent biological toxin known to date, there are eight classes of which the A is the one that has been used in many fields.

The neurotoxic properties of toxin A have been exploited in diverse areas ranging from its use as a biological weapon, use the medical field to treat some diseases that present with signs of increased muscle activity as certain eye diseases and disorders characterized by involuntary muscle movements.

Recently, this toxin has been widely disseminated for their kindness in treatment and prevention of aesthetic problems, mainly against the appearance of expression lines.

The best known commercial form of botulinum toxin A is produced in the United States under the name BOTOX ®.

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Today is the social demands of maintaining a body and look younger and healthier. The growing public interest in rejuvenating the skin and stop the effects of aging, has led to today there are numerous techniques to improve facial appearance. These procedures have the feature to adjust to the problem of each person, which claim that they are fast, durable and safe. Most of these techniques have as objectives: to renew, smooth and improve skin elasticity, reduce wrinkles and reduce sagging.

* Facial massage therapy is a combination of maneuvers and techniques performed in a harmonious and orderly targeted preventive, therapeutic and aesthetic. His practice stimulates circulation and oxygenates the tissues, which causes improved skin tone. As on the other hand this makes passive exercise exercising muscles increase in size and strength, the face becomes final and their contents are defined. The facials are great for avoiding tensions that are reflected throughout life, usually in a negative way in our expression.

* Botulinum toxin, the application is very fine needle inject small amounts of the toxin into the muscles that wish to address, where it produces a limited toxicity to the area managed, resulting in muscle paralysis, this is reversible on cessation of the neurotoxic effects (four to five months). The results are immediate, but sometimes you have to wait a week to appreciate the benefits of the toxin.

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Your Enemies and Consequences
Your internal health as lights are inseparable. Your skin is the reflection of your emotional and physical health. Your enemies to healthy skin are: not getting enough sleep, processed food, alcohol, smoking, stress and a sedentary lifestyle. This also requires more work of our organs especially the liver and uses or destroys vital nutrients which can lead to allergies, skin problems, fatigue, premature aging and sometimes serious illness.

Solutions
Harmful Habits
Stop smoking, nothing affects your skin more than the cigar. Usually people who smoke poison the body and skin can not breathe and devoid of nutrients to repair skin. If you smoke and eat can not help it much vital nutrients. Some manufacturers of cosmetics have special products for people who need desintoxificar skin.

Be careful with the quantities of alcohol and coffee. Alcohol and coffee dehydrate the skin. Ingested alcohol and coffee in moderation does not cause big damage. If you take too much coffee and alcohol drink much water.

Food
A healthy diet that includes fruits and vegetables and of course lots of water (you remember the famous 8 or 6 glasses a day) is important for good skin. Water is extremely important to hydrate the skin from the inside, if you take enough water and you live in a moderate climate does not need to use moisturizer. Eat all the vitamins and minerals required by your body. Here is a partial list of important nutrients:
Nutrients such as used by the body
Vitamin C
Production of collagen
Beta-carotene Maintenance of skin tissues
Vitamin E conditions skin
Vitamin B helps to repair skin

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