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Dr. Aaron Rollins’ Elite Body Sculpture is the world’s first cosmetic surgery center to accept Bitcoin!

Dr. Aaron Rollins’ Elite Body Sculpture is the world’s first cosmetic surgery center to accept Bitcoin!

Dr. Rollins is aweome.  I've written about him before and patients have been raving ever since.  Now with this new amazing billing system, you don't have to scrimp and save to acheive the results you want.

Bitcoin, the world’s first peer-to-peer digital currency is now being accepted by cosmetic surgeon to the stars, Dr. Aaron Rollins, at his Elite Body Sculpture centers in Beverly Hills and Sacramento. Elite Body Sculpture is excited to be the very first cosmetic surgery center to accept this form of cutting edge payment. 

Bitcoin is the newest frontier in currency—decentralized and unbound by country. This purely electronic system allows anyone to send a payment, anywhere in the world, for little or no cost. Securely and internationally accepted, Bitcoin is being rapidly adopted by pioneering users and businesses around the world. Unlike other electronic payments, Bitcoin offers customers and merchants unparalleled transparency, as well as protection from identity theft, since no personal information is required to make a transaction. Elite is using BitPay, the world leader in bitcoin payment processing, to handle their client billing through bitcoin. Currently, over 7,500 merchants accept Bitcoin through BitPay, and now Elite Body Sculpture has joined their digital ranks.

"BitPay has a broad base of simple tools to collect Bitcoin payments, and our Client Billing feature is perfect for any business like Elite Body Sculpture that needs to send an invoice to a customer, said Tony Gallippi, CEO of BitPay. “The customer can simply open the invoice, click to pay with Bitcoins, and then pay from whichever Bitcoin wallet they choose. It works instantly, anywhere in the world."

Dr. Rollins has always been ahead of the curve. He made waves from the beginning by introducing his signature, non-invasive liposuction technique to deliver superior body sculpting results with less downtime and pain. Dr. Rollins’ exclusive Airbrush Laser Liposculpture along with his keen artistic eye revolutionized the field. Now he explains, “Elite Body Sculpture has partnered with BitPay because we listened to our customers' requests to accept Bitcoin. We’ve always been a forward thinking practice, and consider this as the latest innovation in our journey to constantly evolve.” Once again, with Bitcoin, Dr. Rollins is pushing his practice into the forefront of technology and progress.

ZENDY PLACE!

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ZendyPlace, the a one-stop beauty resource for discovering, purchasing, and booking non-surgical cosmetic procedures from Board Certified providers.  BRILLIANT!!!

 

Starting Tuesday, June 10, 2013, enter to win a FREE bikini laser hair removal session for one lucky GROOMED LA reader.

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ABOUT ZENDYPLACE: 

Whether you're a novice to non-surgical cosmetics or a beauty veteran, ZendyPlace offers the most economic way to explore a variety of popular procedures, including Botox, laser hair removal, acne scar treatment, non-surgical body sculpting, wrinkle relaxers, and more among others for 30% off retail prices. Simply put, you determine the price, ZendyPlace finds you a provider.

Founded by double Board Certified surgeon Vish Banthia, MD FACS, ZendyPlace makes looking your best, at your price, more accessible through matching Board Certified physicians with a user's specific budget and appointment needs.  

the mystery of the infamous abdominal “pooch” - GLA is on it with Leah Keller

With summer here many are cramming hours at the gym to achieve flat, toned abs, sweating it out with sit-ups andbicycle crunches. Despite these hours spent, so many still battle to banish the infamous abdominal “pooch”– that slight bump in the lower abdomen that no matter how many miles run, sit-ups suffered through and pilates session attended, never seems to diminish.

So what are we doing wrong?

With over ten years experience as a certified personal trainer, Leah Keller (MA, CPT) developed The Dia Method™, a revolutionary science based fitness system that correctly trains the abdominal muscles, after seeing that her clients weren’t obtaining the toned abs they were working towards. Primarily developed for her postnatal clients, Keller found that these traditional core exercises such as sit-ups and bicycle crunches actually separate the rectus abdominis, widening your waistline to create a pooch - a condition called Diastasis Recti.

The 'crunch' elements of these common exercises bulge the abdominal wall forcefully forward, compromising the connective tissue that runs vertically along the center of your 6-pack muscles and can ultimately lead to a pooch (for men as well as women).

Keller developed The Dia Method to address this underlying cause of the “pooch”and precision target the affected muscles to restore firm, flat toned abs.

STAY TUNED FOR....

Further insight into the science behind Diastasis Recti and why traditional core training methods are worsening the pooch;

 - What is The Dia Method and why was it developed;

- Alternatives to these common exercises such as ‘waist cinchers with a twist’ that builds abdominal tone using all of the ab muscles both safely and effectively to flatten and firm the abs;

- Myth busters about other frequently executed core exercises;

LEAH KELLER, MA, CPT: FOUNDER & CEO

Leah Keller is a recognized expert in pre- and postnatal fitness and a nationally certified personal trainer. Drawing on a lifelong passion for health and fitness, Keller brings over a decade of professional fitness experience to the new and expectant moms she serves in New York City. In addition to working directly with clients, Keller provides professional education and consultation services to private fitness and Pilates studios that wish to safely tailor their programs to meet the unique needs of pregnant and postpartum clientele. Applying the science of research-based methods and the art of a skilled practitioner, Keller physically prepares women for childbirth by guiding them through revolutionary exercises that strengthen them for labor and pave the way for a quick and complete postnatal recovery. Keller keeps her clients safe, strong and sexy during pregnancy and coaches them to optimal fitness post-delivery, helping them achieve coveted firm, flat abdominal muscles and beautiful waistlines. Even as a mother, any woman can achieve the best body of her life. Keller has what it takes to equip and empower every mom to make that dream a reality.

 

 

poolside core fusion yoga at exhale hollywood!

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LINWOOD FOODS fills the nutritional gaps

 

Longer, warmer summer days means more activities and smaller outfits. However, long days at the pool or family soccer games in the park are often coupled with empty calories such as sugary frozen treats and syrupy drinks.

That’s where Linwoods  (www.linwoodshealthfoods.com) comes in to fill nutritional gaps!

Linwoods delicious range of flaxseed-based superfoods blends, are all-natural, nutritionally-dense, and easy additions to any summer day!

SUPER YUMMY TOSSED IN A SMOOTHIE OR YOGURT PARFAIT FOR THE KIDDOS! 

1. FIT: Linwoods potent dietary fiber, protein, and good-for-you polyunsaturated fat levels help maintain a healthy body weight and sustain normal blood sugar levels while curbing hunger pangs. Additionally, a 2010 study in The Journal of Nutrition suggests that Flaxseed may help reduce belly fat. The reason is flax’s potent nutrients: flaxseed contains the highest plant-based levels of omega-3s and phytoestrogens called lignans than any other food. This summer, maintain your healthy weight with a healthy and satisfying diet featuring Linwoods.

 

2. HEART: Linwoods heart healthy superfoods are low in saturated fat; contain no cholesterol and high in omega-3’s and fiber which all may help prevent high blood cholesterol. Today, heart disease is a leading health concern in America and affects people of all ages and backgrounds.^[1] Dr. Frank Sacks, Professor of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health shares, “We need omega-3 fatty acids for numerous normal body functions, such as controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain, and since our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats, we must get them through food. Omega-3 fatty acids are also associated with many health benefits, including protection against heart disease and possibly stroke.”^[2] 

 

3. SMART: Omega-3’s to promote maximum brain activity, and antioxidants to rid the body of free radicals and keep bodily systems working efficiently. Dr. Fernando Gómez-Pinilla, a UCLA professor of neurosurgery and physiological science who has spent years studying the effects of food, exercise and sleep on the brain shares that, "Omega-3 fatty acids support synaptic plasticity and seem to positively affect the expression of several molecules related to learning and memory that are found on synapses," Gómez-Pinilla said. "Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for normal brain function.”^[3]

 

Be your best self this summer with help from Linwoods Superfoods!

Perfect for the whole family, Linwoods Superfoods provide an excellent complement to any workout plan, especially when paired with fresh smoothies or non-fat Greek yogurt.

The mixes contain no additives or preservatives; each superfood combination is made of only the ingredients listed in the name of the product.

GMO free, Gluten free, and safe for a vegan diet.

 

About Linwoods:

Based in Northern Ireland and established in 1965, Linwoods is a family owned company that manufactures a range of Premium Bakery, Fresh Dairy and Healthy Super Foods.  Linwoods products are sourced in their raw form from around the world and are selected from the best suppliers and growers to ensure the highest quality and standards.  All ingredients are natural, organic and turn any meal at any time of the day in to a tasty and nutritious meal bursting with essential fatty acids, protein, iron, calcium, magnesium and essential vitamins and minerals.  

Visit www.LinwoodsHealthFoods.com for extended company history, health benefits and product descriptions.

BAI - MEET THE POWERHOUSE SUERFRUIT! (GLUTEN FREE TOO!)

bai

celebrates a new outstanding flavor:

Molokai Coconut

I AM ADDICTED!!!!

TRY THEM ALL THOUGH - ALL AMAZING!

COFFEEFRUIT Meet Our Superfruit

You’ve probably met the inside of the coffeefruit, what your everyday cup o’joe is made from. But we’d like to introduce you to the outside - coffee’s superfruit. Can something made from coffeefruit taste refreshing? Yes, the name may say coffee but the flavor is pure, delicious fruit. Imagine supercharged antioxidant power swirling with fragrant, fresh tasting fruit - that's 100% natural, free-radical crushing bai and bai5.

Wondering why you’ve never heard of coffee's secret superfruit?

You’re not the only one! It just so happens to be one of nature's best kept secrets. Previously, the bright, round cranberry-like fruit of the coffee plant was left behind after coffee harvesting, a valuable antioxidant resource discarded. Only recently was the casing that once nurtured and protected the coffee bean recognized for its health-enhancing properties. Now, from the coffee fields of Indonesia, bai brings the antioxidant benefits of coffeefruit directly to you.

• Variety Packs

• bai5 Green Variety Pack
• bai5 Red Variety Pack

• bai5

• Brasilia Blueberry
• Congo Pear
• Costa Rica Clementine
• Ipanema Pomegranate
• Limu Lemon
• Malawi Mango
• Molokai Coconut
• Panama Peach
• Sumatra Dragonfruit

IT STARTED WITH A SIP... 

For two decades I traveled to exotic regions around the world in search of the best-quality, green coffee available. It was on one of those trips, during a visit to Indonesia, that I stumbled upon something unexpected: coffeefruit, the casing that surrounds the coffee bean, is an antioxidant powerhouse. I've been determined to share the secret of coffeefruit ever since.

Back home I turned my family's kitchen into a makeshift lab for more than a year mixing coffeefruit and exotic fruit juices to create a great-tasting, healthful beverage. The result? An antioxidant-rich, refreshing line called bai. In August 2009 bai was founded. The name bai - the Mandarin word for "pure" - was chosen to represent the simple, natural goodness of a beverage dedicated to fostering great health.

At first bai was sold only in health food stores in Princeton, New Jersey where the antioxidant infusions were created. Word of mouth about its delicious, refreshing nature ensured bai would move into other areas quickly. Soon bai could be found in specialty stores and in major retail markets throughout the northeast and California. Within months of its founding bai had launched a second line of infusions, bai5, a low-sugar, 5-calorie beverage created in response to customer's interest in even more healthful options to sugary, high-calorie drinks. The first bai5 infusion, Sumatra Dragonfruit, became an instant best seller. - BEN WEISS - CEO & FOUNDER

Today, as bai continues to grow, one thing is clear: the secret of coffeefruit antioxidant power is finally out!

 

Excessive Underarm Sweat? MiraDry is the latest solution!

MIRA DRY

 

Underarm sweat is not only an embarrassing situation, but it is also expensive to manage. From over-the-counter antiperspirants to frequent dry cleaning to purchasing new tops to replacing sweat-stained clothes, people can spend thousands of dollars each year on hiding their condition.

 

miraDry, a FDA-approved in-office procedure that uses non-invasive delivery of localized energy to the underarm to eliminate the sweat glands. Since sweat glands do not regenerate, results are lasting - a recent study published in the journal Dermatologic Surgery showed 90 percent efficacy, 90 percent patient satisfaction, and study subjects saw an 82 percent average sweat reduction at the 12-month check point. 

 

Typically, miraDry costs approximately $2,500 to $3,000 for two treatments, which in the long run can be a much more cost-effective option than other coping mechanisms and treatments. 

 

 

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MIRA DRY VIDEO

Dad's day goodies - ONA SPA

ONA SPA ON BEVERLY BLVD.

 

 

Dad’s Day Off

Treat dad to a day that’s just about him with the Ona Nirvana. Exclusive to Ona, this 2-hour session is the ultimate in relaxation and therapeutic massage. Combined with an Ona Micro Beauty Flash Facial, this luxurious indulgence will have dad walking on cloud 9. $240 (Regularly $300)

The King for a Day

Melt dad into an altered state with a Hot Stone Massage. Heated stones glide over those pesky knots and sore muscles. Next, enjoy a “Man Facial.” This specialized facial for a man’s skin incorporates deep cleansing, exfoliation and hydration. Finally, conclude with the “Handshake Maintenance.” A spa manicure complete with hand massage and moisturizing lotion, sure to help calluses go away. $225 (Regularly $285)

Last Minute Gifts for the Discerning Dad

• Compass Box, a boutique Scotch whiskymaker and craft blender, creates a range of whiskies - making it easy to find a style dad’ll really enjoy. What sets Compass Box apart from the traditional brands is the approach to whiskymaking.  Working on a small scale and viewing the blending and creation of whiskies as a craft.  The innovative approach to oak aging results in whiskies with a complex richness that will remind your dad of flavours like vanilla, toffee, coconut, baking spices, even grilled marshmallow.

 

 

• Truman’s Gentlemen’s Groomers line of targeted men’s grooming products was just introduced this month in time for Father’s Day and summer travel.  Combining nearly a decade of experience as an upscale New York-based men’s grooming lounge, with a philosophy of providing classic, quality services, the creative powers behind Truman’s Gentleman Groomers has introduced a new line -- making it easy for men everywhere to get professional results at home.  The namesake collection is now exclusively available nationwide atwww.trumans-nyc.com as well as at both destination salon locations in NYC. 

 

FIVE lucky winners will be randomly chosen to receive a collection of TILTH Beauty products.

 

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Once the 500 mark has been reached, FIVE lucky winners will be randomly chosen to receive a collection of TILTH Beauty products.  

To enter the giveaway, simply:

1. Click on the link below.
2. Sign in with Facebook.
3. Click “Follow” for your chance to win.

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