Dr. Deb

I know from personal experience, as well as from my patients, that many women see their baby well before the moment he or she is conceived. We dream about what they will look and sound and do, so much that our baby is deep within our heart long before we are able to hold it in our hands.

There is now an over the counter test that can give us a first peak into the actual life of our baby. I have always loved a surprise but for those who can’t wait, you may be able to find out if you are having a boy or a girl as early as 10 weeks gestation.

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Most of us have received an email or seen an advertisement endorsing the Dr Oz or Oprah diet using acai  (ah-sigh-ee) or resveratrol.  When I see their faces I so want to believe that there is a magic juice to make me thinner, younger looking and more energetic. Now if it was that easy, it would be on my shelf already. I still want to believe.

Is there such thing as an Oprah or Dr. Oz diet or secret weapon?

No, Both Dr Oz an Oprah are pursuing legal action against the companies that use their name and likeness to dupe people into ordering products that they do not specifically endorse. See Oprah

The companies seem to primarily originate in China and will often try to get your credit card so they can charge you on a monthly basis. Even if it says “free trial” and just pay for shipping. Don’t do it! It is all a scam to get your credit card and they will continue to charge your card monthly.

What about other juices sold in the United States by individuals or in stores?

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Laviza says, “Hi you mentioned baby aspirin on Dr. Oz’s feedback to his video; do you take this and why?”.

Hi Laviza!

There are many cardiovascular benefits to baby aspirin. It is unclear when to start taking it but many doctors advocate men start at age 40, especially if there is a family history of heart disease.

I am curious to know Dr. Oz’s thoughts as he is a cardiovascular surgeon and recommends discussing it with your Doctor even for women in their 40s. Click for Dr. Oz’s Supplement Advice

Recent data showed that it is beneficial for younger women (before they thought only around age 65) but the risk of GI bleeding is real so we really don’t know when to start. I thought it would be a good topic for Dr. Oz to discuss.

Click here for a pretty good overview of aspirin therapy.

Thanks for asking!
Dr. Deb
www.drdebraines.com