Rajani Katta MDNov 16, 20163 minFor Youthful Skin, Focus on a High Nutrient DietFoods that are rich in Vitamin C, such as broccoli, are linked to more youthful skin I was speaking to the mother of a friend, and I was...
Rajani Katta MDNov 3, 20162 minThe Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Collagen DamageCINNAMON DOES MORE THAN JUST FLAVOR YOUR OATMEAL-IT MAY ACT TO HELP SAVE COLLAGEN FROM THE DAMAGING EFFECTS OF SUGAR Can spices help...
Rajani Katta MDOct 25, 20162 minThe Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Sun DamageSpices such as turmeric may act to protect our skin from sun damage While spices are prized for their wonderful flavors, many ancient...
Rajani Katta MDOct 4, 20163 minPreventing skin aging: Why antioxidant-rich foods are so importantFoods that are rich in antioxidants can help protect skin from the damaging effects of free radicals. Better skin from the inside out. In...
Rajani Katta MDSep 11, 20162 minPower fats: they may help moisturize skin from the inside outMoisturize your skin from the inside out. When I first heard that idea, I almost laughed. As a dermatologist, I'm very aware of the...
Rajani Katta MDAug 12, 20163 minEat the right foods to preserve youthful collagenThe fiber and protein in power carbs like lentils can help keep blood sugar levels steady, one of the keys to preserving youthful...
Rajani Katta MDAug 2, 20162 minTomatoes can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of UV radiationWe're all exposed to a certain degree of ultraviolet (UV) radiation daily, whether that's from outdoor sun exposure or from UV radiation...
Rajani Katta MDJul 25, 20163 minCan your diet fight skin aging and help protect against sun damage? Yes it can.Are there foods that can help protect against sun damage? Absolutely. I've performed skin exams on thousands of patients, and one...
Rajani Katta MDJul 7, 20164 minThis is why I don't recommend "natural" skin care productsI've noticed a definite trend in the last five years. More and more of my patients with sensitive skin and eczema are reporting that...
Rajani Katta MDJun 8, 20163 minFoods to avoid when you're dealing with acne: sugar and refined carbohydrates top the listWhat kind of foods do you think about when you think about foods that are bad for your skin? With acne, many people focus on fried,...
Rajani Katta MDApr 27, 20164 minDoes your wedding ring make you itch? It might be a nickel allergy, and here's what you can do.Even wedding rings can trigger allergic reactions When you start to develop a red, itchy patch right underneath your wedding ring, it's...
Rajani Katta MDApr 18, 20163 minForget Raw - Your Food Needs To Be Alive!Your food may not need to be raw, but some of it definitely needs to be alive. No, I'm not talking about some strange throwback...
Rajani Katta MDMar 30, 20163 minDo You Color Your Hair? This Is What You Need To Know About Hair Dye Allergy.I'm seeing more and more patients who've become allergic to their hair dye. Many of these patients haven't been able to identify the...
Rajani Katta MDMar 26, 20162 minChoosing the Right Sunblock Means More Than Just Looking At The SPF Factor"What kind of sunblock should I use?" This is a question that I'm often asked. To start with, choosing the right sunblock means more than...
Rajani Katta MDMar 26, 20162 minSun Protection Is About More Than Just Using SunblockSkin cancer is the most common cancer in America. The number of cases of skin cancer is higher than that of breast cancer, colon cancer,...