Monmouth County's Ask The Doctor July/August 2018

Matcha: The New Trend By Lauren Kolacki

We are among a generation of trends; a new fad catches on and drives millennials wild. Participating in the supportment of these crazes, results in a feeling of robust and prominence, however, not every fad is all it is cracked up to be. Auspiciously, we have found one with an ongoing list of benefits, Matcha tea. Matcha tea is a strain of green tea that is grown and produced in Japan. The green tea leaves are shaded from the sun, increasing their chlorophyll content and proliferating its green color. The leaves are then ground into the powder known as Matcha. Contrary to other teas, matcha is not strained before production, therefore, you consume 100% of the leaf, which has the nutritional equivalence of ten cups of green tea. Matcha is considered an antioxidant powerhouse, in that it has 137 times more antioxidants than regularly brewed green tea.

H E A L T H A R T I C L E S A N D Q & A The combinations of certain compounds inMatcha is what triggers some of these beneficial effects. Studies show the caffeine and catechin combination activates your nervous system which stimulates your metabolism, therefore, it acts as a weight loss aid. The combination of caffeine and L-theanine improves alertness and production. The catechins in this product decrease oxidative stress, reduce platelet aggregation and halt the proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells, resulting in a decreased risk of atherosclerosis, hypertension, endothelial dysfunction, ischemic heart diseases, cardiomyopathy, cardiac hypertrophy and congestive heart failure. The phytochemicals in green tea enhance your mood, cognition and just overall feeling good.

QUESTION: How does The Mona Lisa Touch counteract vaginal dryness? V aginal dryness is extremely common during menopause. It’s just one of a collection of symptoms known as the the size of the vagina. The Mona Lisa Touch is a new therapy for the treatment of vaginal dryness that is non hormonal, non medication and non surgical using a gentle laser. Dr. Simigiannis is one of the leading gynecologists in the nation using this new procedure.

genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) that involves changes to the vulvovaginal area, as well as to the urethra and bladder. These changes can lead to vaginal dryness, pain with intercourse, urinary urgency, and sometimes more frequent bladder infections.

Dr. Helen Simigiannis, MD, FACOG

For more information feel free to contact: Dr. Helen Simigiannis, MD, FACOG Antheia Gynecology 375 US Highway 130, Suite 103 East Windsor, NJ 08520 Next to the Americana Diner 609.448.7800 www.antheiagyn.com

These body changes and symptoms are commonly associated with decreased estrogen. However, decreased estrogen is not the only cause of vaginal dryness. It is important to stop using soap and powder on the vulva, stop using fabric softeners and anticling products on your underwear, and avoid wearing panty liners and pads. Vaginal moisturizers and lubricants may help. Persistent vaginal dryness and painful intercourse should be evaluated by your healthcare provider. If it is determined to be a symptom of menopause, vaginal dryness can be treated with low-dose vaginal estrogen, or the oral selective estrogen-receptor modulator ospemifene can be used. The Mona Lisa Touch is a new therapy for the treatment of vaginal dryness that is non hormonal, non medication and non surgical that has been FDA-approved using a gentle laser. Regular sexual activity can help preserve vaginal function by increasing blood flow to the genital region and helping maintain

Adolescent & Routine Gynecology Menopause

Urinary Incontinence Endometrial Ablation Birth Control

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JULY/AUGUST 2018