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2. The Good news… The Good news… There Really Is… A Fountain of Youth!

3. How to Live Younger and Be Healthier The Fountain of Youth does not, of course, mean you are going to live forever.

4. How to Live Younger and Be Healthier It does mean you can look, feel and experience a more enjoyable and youthful life.

5. How to Live Younger and Be Healthier The answer is knowledge and that is what I am going to share with you today…

6. Agenda 1) Chronological vs. Physiological Age 2) Top 3 Most Dangerous Health Trends 3) Your Fountain of Youth 4) My Area of Specialization 1) Chronological vs. Physiological Age 2) Top 3 Most Dangerous Health Trends 3) Your Fountain of Youth 4) My Area of Specialization

7. Chronological vs. Physiological Age How many of you are familiar with the difference between chronological and physiological age? If you are 35 years old chronologically, then physiologically, you could be either 11.7 years older OR 7.5 years younger. Thats a range of 19.2 years that is wholly within your control. The lifestyle choices we make today really do make a difference. How many of you are familiar with the difference between chronological and physiological age? If you are 35 years old chronologically, then physiologically, you could be either 11.7 years older OR 7.5 years younger. Thats a range of 19.2 years that is wholly within your control. The lifestyle choices we make today really do make a difference. According to RealAge.com - Endorsed by Good Morning America

8. How to End Up on the Younger Side Exercise regularly Maintain a proper weight Practice good nutrition Control cholesterol Maintain normal blood pressure Dont smoke Drink in moderation Exercise regularly Maintain a proper weight Practice good nutrition Control cholesterol Maintain normal blood pressure Dont smoke Drink in moderation Younger (19.2 years)Older Dont exercise Stay overweight Dont practice good nutrition Dont control cholesterol Have high blood pressure Smoke (1 pack per day) Drink more than (2 per day) Do not manage your stress Dont exercise Stay overweight Dont practice good nutrition Dont control cholesterol Have high blood pressure Smoke (1 pack per day) Drink more than (2 per day) Do not manage your stress According to RealAge.com - Endorsed by Good Morning America

9. The Top 3 Leading Causes of Death #1 Heart Disease #2 Cancer #3 Stroke #1 Heart Disease #2 Cancer #3 Stroke U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control & Prevention National Center for Health Statistics

10. Leading Cause of Death #1: Heart Disease Leading Cause of Death #1: Heart Disease

11. Heart Disease There is a 40% probability we will die from heart disease. More people die from sudden cardiac arrest than from breast cancer, prostate cancer, AIDS, house fires, handguns and traffic accidents combined. There is a 40% probability we will die from heart disease. More people die from sudden cardiac arrest than from breast cancer, prostate cancer, AIDS, house fires, handguns and traffic accidents combined. American Heart Association

12. More on Heart Disease Did you know that people with gum disease are twice as likely to develop heart disease? Did you know that people with gum disease are twice as likely to develop heart disease? National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Oral Health in America: A report of the Surgeon General.

13. Prevent Heart Disease by Lowering Cholesterol 1)Limit the fat in your daily diet. 2)Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats. 3)Increase your intake of dietary fiber. 4)Eat fewer high cholesterol foods, such as egg yolks, organ meats and dairy products. 5)Exercise regularly. 6)Know your optimal weight and maintain it. 1)Limit the fat in your daily diet. 2)Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats. 3)Increase your intake of dietary fiber. 4)Eat fewer high cholesterol foods, such as egg yolks, organ meats and dairy products. 5)Exercise regularly. 6)Know your optimal weight and maintain it. National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) 2004.

14. How to Prevent Heart Disease What can I do?

15. Leading Cause of Death #2: Cancer

16. Leading Causes of Death #2: Cancer The four major terminal cancers, lung, colon, breast and prostate, account for 53% of all cancer deaths. One out of three cancer deaths each year are attributed to poor diet. The four major terminal cancers, lung, colon, breast and prostate, account for 53% of all cancer deaths. One out of three cancer deaths each year are attributed to poor diet. National Cancer Institute American Cancer Society

17. Lung cancer accounts for more than 1/4 of these deaths and 1/3 in men alone. Cigarette smoking is the major cause of 1/3 of all cancer deaths in the United States. Lung cancer accounts for more than 1/4 of these deaths and 1/3 in men alone. Cigarette smoking is the major cause of 1/3 of all cancer deaths in the United States. World Health Report 2004 World Health Organization Leading Causes of Death #2: Cancer

18. Foods That Fight Cancer Dark leafy greens as well as deep yellow and orange vegetables contain anti-oxidants. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts contain phyto-chemicals. Garlic, onions, leeks and shallots block carcinogens. Dark leafy greens as well as deep yellow and orange vegetables contain anti-oxidants. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts contain phyto-chemicals. Garlic, onions, leeks and shallots block carcinogens. American Institute for Cancer Research, Diet and Cancer Prevention The American Dietetic Associations Complete Food and Nutrition Guide. American Institute for Cancer Research, Diet and Cancer Prevention The American Dietetic Associations Complete Food and Nutrition Guide.

19. Dark colored fruits, such as plums, cherries, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries contain anthocyanins which can neutralize carcinogens. Citrus fruits have a cancer- fighting oil in their skin. Black and green tea leaves contain antioxidants. Dark colored fruits, such as plums, cherries, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries contain anthocyanins which can neutralize carcinogens. Citrus fruits have a cancer- fighting oil in their skin. Black and green tea leaves contain antioxidants. American Institute for Cancer Research Diet and Cancer Prevention The American Dietetic Associations Complete Food and Nutrition Guide 2004. American Institute for Cancer Research Diet and Cancer Prevention The American Dietetic Associations Complete Food and Nutrition Guide 2004. Foods That Fight Cancer

20. Foods to Make You Look Ageless There are additional benefits to eating foods that prevent cancer. It has been proven that eating these same foods can make you look younger. Phytochemicals found in fruits and vegetables play a significant role in slowing the aging process. One way to judge the presence of phytochemicals is to look for darkly colored or strong flavored fruits and vegetables. There are additional benefits to eating foods that prevent cancer. It has been proven that eating these same foods can make you look younger. Phytochemicals found in fruits and vegetables play a significant role in slowing the aging process. One way to judge the presence of phytochemicals is to look for darkly colored or strong flavored fruits and vegetables.

21. Lycopene has an antioxidant effect that can help prevent and slow the growth of breast cancer tumors in women and prostate cancer in men. Dr. David Yeung, International Ceres Foundation. 2004 Lycopene

22. Green Tea, unlike black or oolong tea, is not fermented, allowing it to maintain its natural antioxidant properties. Benefits include: Helps reduce the risk of cancer. Helps reduce the risk of cancer. Slows the aging process. Slows the aging process. Lowers cholesterol. Lowers cholesterol. Aids in weight loss. Aids in weight loss. Reduces high blood pressure. Reduces high blood pressure. Prevents arthritis. Prevents arthritis. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Reduces the risk of stroke. Reduces the risk of stroke. Green Tea, unlike black or oolong tea, is not fermented, allowing it to maintain its natural antioxidant properties. Benefits include: Helps reduce the risk of cancer. Helps reduce the risk of cancer. Slows the aging process. Slows the aging process. Lowers cholesterol. Lowers cholesterol. Aids in weight loss. Aids in weight loss. Reduces high blood pressure. Reduces high blood pressure. Prevents arthritis. Prevents arthritis. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Reduces the risk of stroke. Reduces the risk of stroke. Ray Sahelian, MD Green Tea

23. The Importance of Water and Water-Based Food Intake American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide Exercise Physiology: Energy Nutrition and Human Performance American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide Exercise Physiology: Energy Nutrition and Human Performance Drink eight glasses of water a day.

24. Leading Causes of Death #3: Stroke Stroke is the third leading cause of death, behind heart disease and cancer. A stroke occurs when blood circulation to the brain fails. Stroke is the third leading cause of death, behind heart disease and cancer. A stroke occurs when blood circulation to the brain fails. National Institute of Neurological Disorders Stroke National Stroke Association A Cerebral Angiogram Reveals Blockage on the Right Side; the Cause of Stroke.

25. CSS: Cincinnati Stroke Scale The Cincinnati Stroke Scale is a simple three- step assessment to determine if someone is having a stroke. Facial droop. Arm drift. Abnormal speech. The Cincinnati Stroke Scale is a simple three- step assessment to determine if someone is having a stroke. Facial droop. Arm drift. Abnormal speech.

26. CSS: Cincinnati Stroke Scale If any one of these three tests is abnormal, there is a 72% probability the person is having or has recently had a stroke. If all three are abnormal, the probability increases to more than 85%. In either case, the patient requires immediate medical attention. If any one of these three tests is abnormal, there is a 72% probability the person is having or has recently had a stroke. If all three are abnormal, the probability increases to more than 85%. In either case, the patient requires immediate medical attention.

27. The Top Three Most Dangerous Health Trends Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Office of Disease Prevention & Health Promotion National Center for Health Statistics, Healthy People, November #1 Limited Physical Activity. #2 Overweight and Obesity. #3 Tobacco Use. #1 Limited Physical Activity. #2 Overweight and Obesity. #3 Tobacco Use.

28. Walk Away From Obesity and Disease A report published by Readers Digest states… Women 45 and older who walk just one hour a week cut their risk of heart disease 50%. Women who walk 2 miles per day can actually reduce their chance of death from all disease by an incredible 50%. A report published by Readers Digest states… Women 45 and older who walk just one hour a week cut their risk of heart disease 50%. Women who walk 2 miles per day can actually reduce their chance of death from all disease by an incredible 50%. The Physician and Sport Medicine, Readers Divest, February 2002, New England Journal of Medicine 1998,

29. Exercise and Breast Cancer Just 1/2 hour a day of exercise can reduce a womans chance of developing breast cancer by 60% Surgeon Generals Report, 1996

30. Facts About Obesity Between 1987 and 2000, obesity in the United States reached epidemic proportions. Obesity has nearly tripled for adolescents over the past 20 years. 300,000 deaths per year are attributed to obesity. Between 1987 and 2000, obesity in the United States reached epidemic proportions. Obesity has nearly tripled for adolescents over the past 20 years. 300,000 deaths per year are attributed to obesity. Office of the Surgeon General Trends in the Health of Americas.

31. Obesity is defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater. BMI is the measure of the relationship between a persons height and weight. If you would like to calculate your BMI - visit the American Heart Association website or www.halls.md Obesity is defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater. BMI is the measure of the relationship between a persons height and weight. If you would like to calculate your BMI - visit the American Heart Association website or www.halls.md Facts About Obesity

32. Increase the Lean Muscle, Decrease the Fat By increasing the percentage of muscle to fat in your body, your body will burn off the food you eat more rapidly. Essentially, weight loss is a cycle that becomes easier as you go. But the cycle doesnt start until you do. By increasing the percentage of muscle to fat in your body, your body will burn off the food you eat more rapidly. Essentially, weight loss is a cycle that becomes easier as you go. But the cycle doesnt start until you do.

33. Dangerous Health Trend #3: Smoking Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of 1/3 of cancer deaths in the United States. One in five deaths are connected to cigarette use. Cigarette smoking increases your risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of 1/3 of cancer deaths in the United States. One in five deaths are connected to cigarette use. Cigarette smoking increases your risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. University of California, Berkeley, 2003 World Health Report, 2002, World Health Organization American Cancer Society, 2003

34. Studies show skin changes in smokers include: Increased wrinkling. Reddened or orange complexion. Puffiness. Gauntness. Smokers in the 40 - 49 age group frequently have facial wrinkles equal to those of non-smokers who are 20 years older. Studies show skin changes in smokers include: Increased wrinkling. Reddened or orange complexion. Puffiness. Gauntness. Smokers in the 40 - 49 age group frequently have facial wrinkles equal to those of non-smokers who are 20 years older. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Smoking

35. The Tiger in the Weeds Who knows the hidden killer that contributes to all of the physical ailments as well as the destructive behaviors we have just spoken about?

36. You Guessed It!!

37. How Stress Helps You Excel There are so many causes of stress today that it is not realistic to think we can escape them all. But imagine that you existed thousands of years ago. Life would certainly have been different. The main areas of stress would have been: Food Shelter Surviving against wild predators There are so many causes of stress today that it is not realistic to think we can escape them all. But imagine that you existed thousands of years ago. Life would certainly have been different. The main areas of stress would have been: Food Shelter Surviving against wild predators

38. Why Stress Is Meant To Be A Good Thing In order to survive in those times, we experienced what is known as the fight or flight response.

39. Short Term Stress, Elevated Response This is great for helping you deal with a lion, but when an elevated state of stress is continuous, as it can be today, we begin to experience problems. The most common is a suppressed immune system, which leads to feeling run down. This is great for helping you deal with a lion, but when an elevated state of stress is continuous, as it can be today, we begin to experience problems. The most common is a suppressed immune system, which leads to feeling run down.

40. Stress Can Make You Overweight! When exposed to stress, the brain sends out a hormone that causes certain cells to retain more fat. The brain cannot distinguish between survival stress and chronic daily stress. Therefore, when you are stressed, your body continually stores more fat. When exposed to stress, the brain sends out a hormone that causes certain cells to retain more fat. The brain cannot distinguish between survival stress and chronic daily stress. Therefore, when you are stressed, your body continually stores more fat.

41. Stress is a Growing Problem Over 30% of adults experience daily stress that directly impacts their performance and function on the job and at home. Stress impacts our overall perspective on life. Over 30% of adults experience daily stress that directly impacts their performance and function on the job and at home. Stress impacts our overall perspective on life. National Science Foundation Yankelovich Monitor

42. Deep Breathing Exercise

43. My Specialty

44. Your Early Warning System Your mouth is natures warning system for a broad range of systemic disorders. A professional can spot tell- tale signs of such disorders as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, cancer, and AIDS through a simple mouth exam. Your mouth is natures warning system for a broad range of systemic disorders. A professional can spot tell- tale signs of such disorders as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, cancer, and AIDS through a simple mouth exam. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

45. Diabetic Warning Signs 17 million Americans have diabetes - one in three does not know it. 95% of them have periodontal disease! Bad breath, bleeding gums and a dry mouth are often indicators of diabetes. Receding gums have been found to occur more frequently in diabetic patients because plaque responds differently in diabetics. 17 million Americans have diabetes - one in three does not know it. 95% of them have periodontal disease! Bad breath, bleeding gums and a dry mouth are often indicators of diabetes. Receding gums have been found to occur more frequently in diabetic patients because plaque responds differently in diabetics. American Diabetes Association Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

46. Periodontal Disease An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple inflammation to serious painful disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost. An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple inflammation to serious painful disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

47. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It begins when bacteria causes an inflammation of the gums. Your gums become red and swollen and the longer plaque and tartar remain on your teeth, the more harmful they become. Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It begins when bacteria causes an inflammation of the gums. Your gums become red and swollen and the longer plaque and tartar remain on your teeth, the more harmful they become. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

48. Periodontitis When gingivitis is not treated, it can advance to periodontitis. The result is your gums pull away from the teeth and form "pockets" that are infected. Your body's enzymes while trying to fight the infection actually start to break down the bone and connective tissue that hold our teeth in place. When gingivitis is not treated, it can advance to periodontitis. The result is your gums pull away from the teeth and form "pockets" that are infected. Your body's enzymes while trying to fight the infection actually start to break down the bone and connective tissue that hold our teeth in place. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

49. Do You Have Periodontal Disease? American Academy of Periodontology Don't let periodontal disease take away your smile. If you answered yes to any of these questions, consult your Dentist. Do your gums bleed when you brush your teeth? Do your gums feel swollen or tender? Have you noticed that your gums are receding? Do your gums bleed when you brush your teeth? Do your gums feel swollen or tender? Have you noticed that your gums are receding?

50. More On Periodontitis 30% of adults 35-54 years old have severe detachment on one tooth or more. If caught in time, this can be corrected. If not treated, your bones, gums, and connective tissue that support your teeth can be destroyed. 30% of adults 35-54 years old have severe detachment on one tooth or more. If caught in time, this can be corrected. If not treated, your bones, gums, and connective tissue that support your teeth can be destroyed. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General

51. A Great Smile American Academy of Periodontology Indicates a state of health. Exudes a sense of confidence. Indicates a positive self-esteem. Helps you communicate socially and professionally. One of the first things people notice is your smile! Indicates a state of health. Exudes a sense of confidence. Indicates a positive self-esteem. Helps you communicate socially and professionally. One of the first things people notice is your smile!

52. Smile Statistics 50% of Americans are not satisfied with the appearance of their own smile. 85% of Americans believe an unattractive smile makes a person less appealing to the opposite sex. 92% of Americans believe an attractive smile is an important social asset. 50% of Americans are not satisfied with the appearance of their own smile. 85% of Americans believe an unattractive smile makes a person less appealing to the opposite sex. 92% of Americans believe an attractive smile is an important social asset.

53. Bad Breath 90 million people suffer from bad breath due to poor oral hygiene. It contributes to tooth decay, gum disease and infections. Causes can also include: sinusitis, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, gallbladder dysfunction, and carcinomas. 90 million people suffer from bad breath due to poor oral hygiene. It contributes to tooth decay, gum disease and infections. Causes can also include: sinusitis, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, gallbladder dysfunction, and carcinomas. Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General Center for Breath Treatment

54. Your Tooth Brush Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. New toothbrushes remove plaque and maintain healthier gums. Worn toothbrushes damage gum tissue. Select a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small enough head so it can reach all the areas of the mouth. Many find that having a powered toothbrush is easier (and fun) to use. Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. New toothbrushes remove plaque and maintain healthier gums. Worn toothbrushes damage gum tissue. Select a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small enough head so it can reach all the areas of the mouth. Many find that having a powered toothbrush is easier (and fun) to use. Replace Every 3 Months Journal of Clinical Dentistry American Dental Association

55. Flossing Facts Floss removes plaque and debris that adheres to the tooth surface. Flossing is the single most effective weapon against periodontal disease. A medical study revealed that flossing alone can add 6.4 years to your life span! Floss removes plaque and debris that adheres to the tooth surface. Flossing is the single most effective weapon against periodontal disease. A medical study revealed that flossing alone can add 6.4 years to your life span! Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General, 2002

56. Restoring Your Smile Tooth Whitening Bonding Veneers Implants Tooth Whitening Bonding Veneers Implants Are you self-conscious about your smile? Do you avoid smiling when photos are taken of you? Are your teeth not as white as you would like? Do you feel your teeth make you look older? Do you notice any dark fillings that are apparent when you smile? Are your teeth crooked, chipped or crowded? Are you self-conscious about your smile? Do you avoid smiling when photos are taken of you? Are your teeth not as white as you would like? Do you feel your teeth make you look older? Do you notice any dark fillings that are apparent when you smile? Are your teeth crooked, chipped or crowded?

57. Can enhance your normal smile to be ideal. Will raise your self esteem. Gives you a more youthful, attractive smile. Everyone benefits from dental cosmetics. Can enhance your normal smile to be ideal. Will raise your self esteem. Gives you a more youthful, attractive smile. Everyone benefits from dental cosmetics. Cosmetic Dentistry

58. Bonding Bonding is a composite resin filling placed in the back teeth as well as the front teeth. Composites are the solution for restoring decayed teeth, making cosmetic improvements by changing the color and the reshaping of your teeth. Bonding is a composite resin filling placed in the back teeth as well as the front teeth. Composites are the solution for restoring decayed teeth, making cosmetic improvements by changing the color and the reshaping of your teeth. www.aboutcosmeticdentistry.com Before Bonding Procedure After Bonding Procedure

59. Veneers A veneer is a thin custom- made shell that is bonded over your tooth. Veneers are ideal for teeth that are too small, too big, or have uneven surfaces. A veneer is a thin custom- made shell that is bonded over your tooth. Veneers are ideal for teeth that are too small, too big, or have uneven surfaces. Before Veneers After Veneers www.aboutcosmeticdentistry.com

60. Dental Implants are space-age Titanium cylinders which are placed into the jawbone where original teeth once existed. These root like cylinders are used to secure replacement teeth in places where teeth are missing. Dental Implants are space-age Titanium cylinders which are placed into the jawbone where original teeth once existed. These root like cylinders are used to secure replacement teeth in places where teeth are missing. www.aboutcosmeticdentistry.com Dental Implants

61. Confucius might have said… Your journey to health and wellness… begins with your first step.

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