Dr. B's Blog

“We are what we eat,” as the adage goes, but sometimes we don’t eat enough of everything we need to maintain who we are. While a healthy diet can provide most of the nutrients necessary to keep our bodily systems functioning efficiently, many people struggle to eat enough of the right foods to ensure they get and absorb the nutrients needed for optimal health. This holds especially true as we age because our bodies become less efficient at absorbing crucial nutrients. At the same time, other dietary issues can impede our daily intake of all the vitamins and minerals we need for optimal health. Whatever the cause, decreased nutritional intake can compromise health, which may give rise to a vicious cycle that further reduces the intake.

Most people believe that visible signs of facial aging represent a skin-deep condition that doesn’t really impact one’s overall health. However, when one’s self-image is compromised, it can decrease self-esteem and negatively impact one’s mental health. In turn, depression and other mental health issues make it more difficult to maintain overall health.