Warning: Intimate Rose Herbal Supplement Natural Horomone Balance Estrogen Pills Are Not Estrogen Pills

I was contacted by the company Intimate Rose through a program called Intellifluence and offered a free bottle of estrogen pills to try if I would post a photo of them and share it with the company. I agreed because I have readers of all ages and estrogen loss from surgeries, menopause and other causes is of concern to a number of my readers. Estrogen therapy has a bad name due to tests on an estrogen drug called Premarin, and many women prefer to try alternatives.

I agreed to participate in the Intellifluence promotion to learn more about these Intimate Rose Natural Hormone Balance Estrogen pills. I was curious what kind of natural estrogen they were using. This is how the listing appeared on Amazon:

Menopause Relief Herbal Supplement For Hot Flashes, Mood Swings & Libido - Natural Horomone Balance Estrogen Pills - DIM, Black Cohosh & Vitamin D, E, B Passion Flower & Red Clover - Feminine Therapy 

Intimate Rose

Called "estrogen pills" twice in the listing

The Amazon listing provided by Intimate Rose refers to the pills twice as "estrogen pills," underlined in red in the photo above.

After receiving the package the first thing I noticed is the packaging says these are NOT estrogen pills. I contacted the seller on Amazon  and discovered I was corresponding with Distinguished Excellence. Distinguished Excellence told me on Dec. 9 that I must have read the listing wrong, that they weren't called estrogen pills. I replied pointing out the two places the pills are clearly labeled as estrogen pills and the company said they would change the description and offered me a refund if I would provide the order number which I promptly did.

Note my question about estrogen and others' concern about Black Cohosh

I followed up twice in December asking when I would receive the refund and Distinguished Excellence never replied.

In January I contacted Intellifluence to report the problem. The transaction was so convoluted with the seller being both Intimate Rose (clearly named next to the item description) and Distinguished Excellence being the seller who replied to my questions, that Intellifluence decided it wasn't the same transaction. Not so "Intelli" after all.

Finally I contacted Amazon who immediately took care of my problem.

* Thumbs down for these Estrogen Pills which are not Estrogen Pills and which have questionable ingrdients based upon other questions to the seller.
* Thumbs down for Intimate Rose and Distinguished Excellence, the dubious sellers of the non-estrogen estrogen pills.
* Thumbs down for Intellifluence who did not help me get a refund from a bad seller.
* Two thumbs up for Amazon for their prompt resolution.

Herbal supplements are regulated by the FDA, but not as drugs or as foods. 

They fall under a category called dietary supplements. 

The rules for dietary supplements are as follows: 

Manufacturers don't have to seek FDA approval before selling 

dietary supplements

Herbal supplements: What to know before you buy - Mayo Clinichttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/...and.../herbal-supplements/art-20046714

This is just another reason why "all-natural" products don't impress me. They are often untested, unregulated, and depend on all-natural hype and not less-than-perfect science to sell their products. These pills should never have been listed as "Estrogen Pills" even though they are called "Herbal Supplements" elsewhere in the description. There also seems to be some question about the safety of some of the ingredients. Do your due diligence before you buy "all-natural." The all-natural industry is a big, money-making machine with a lot of spin doctors just like big Pharma.

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Pope Francis and President Trump Defend Charlie Gard's Human Dignity in Controversial Case

How do we deal with health and medical conditions that could cause serious disabilities? Are disabled, retarded, geriatric, senile or otherwise impaired patients not to be extended the same rights as other patients? Do parents not have the right to seek available healthcare for their children? This controversial case examines  how we look at disabilities today.

In separate statements of support, Pope Francis and President Donald Trump have vigorously defended little Charlie Gard's human dignity, and the right of his parents -- Chris and Connie -- to do everything in their power to save the life of their disabled son. Further, President Trump has extended a welcome to Charlie Gard in a U.S. hospital. The Terri Schiavo Life & Hope Network applauds both leaders for their heroic witness and protection of our most vulnerable and disabled brothers and sisters

Read the full article here:

• Pope Francis and President Trump Defend Charlie Gard's Human Dignity, Parental Rights 

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ASK KATHRYN: What is Multi-Med Therapy and How Does It Work?

You may have heard me refer to Multi-Med Therapy when referring to the products I represent. If you are wondering what exactly Multi-Med Therapy means and how it works, here is some info you will enjoy!

Multi-Med Therapy is a system of usually 2, 3, or 4 products used together. It combines the right ingredients, in the right formulations and in the right order to achieve the best results.

For instance, our regimen for age spots contains skin lightening ingredients which brighten dull skin, improve tone and texture, and add radiance to the skin. The Reverse regimen exfoliates skin to remove dead skin cells to assist cell turnover and remove dullness. It also protects against future sun damage with the Reverse broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen. Using the products together as a regimen will lighten excessive darkness to reduce and even eliminate brown spots, and uneven pigment.

Our other regimens work in a similar way. Specific ingredients are layered in such a fashion that they enhance the strength and effectiveness of the other ingredients. All ingredients and combinations of ingredients are tested for safety and efficacy so you know you are getting the best ingredients, applied in the right order, and formulated to work together for maximum effectiveness. That's how Multi-Med Therapy works!

However, some ingredients can cancel out the effectiveness of other ingredients or even make them mildly toxic. The skincare industry is unregulated except for products designated as "premium" skincare. That's why it is important to buy from a company you trust and always make sure you are buying clinically tested, regulated, premium skincare products.

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Related:

• Why Is MultiMed Therapy Better for Your Skin? 
• What is Rodan + Fields Reverse and how does Reverse MultiMed therapy work? 

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ASK KATHRYN: Plumping Wrinkled Skin Above the Lips

A reader asks: What should I use to plump the wrinkled skin above my upper lip?

Combining the new Acute Care patches with Lip Renewing Serum and the micro-needle skin roller is the perfect combo for the lips and skin around the lips. The patches will start FILLING the wrinkles almost immediately, just like an injectable.

The roller and serum will help REBUILD your lips and your upper lip area over time with consistent use. If you combines them, you will get faster, better, longer lasting results. Toss in our lip microdermabrasion, and your lips will be smoother, fuller with less wrinkles around them.

If you have a skin care question, leave a comment below or send me a message! All ASK KATHRYN posts are anonymous.

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• ASK KATHRYN: Acne & Chicken Pox Scars
• ASK KATHRYN: Helping You Have Great Skin

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Connie Britton talks diet, age, beauty as NewBeauty's Summer/Fall cover girl

"NewBeauty's" Summer/Fall 2015 issue is on newsstands now and boasts the beautiful Connie Britton, star of ABC’s hit show "Nashville," on the cover. In the issue, Britton shares the biggest beauty mistake she’s ever made, what her mother taught her and why she loves being 40+.

Connie Britton at the Golden Globes 2013.

“I am really happy where I am," says Britton about being in her 40s. "Your 40s are a great decade to be in. You sort of live your whole life worrying about the "Big 40." But, for me, it is a full and fruitful time. My body is still in good shape, but it’s more about the wisdom for me. If you serve your spirit, all of a sudden at this age, life is less scary, less overwhelming. Maybe that’s the whole secret to life. It’s not that bad getting older, you can enjoy it."

Britton, who is currently working on "American Crime Story with Ryan Murphy" playing Faye Resnick discusses today's expectations for women’s beauty in the article: “Everything [people] see from Hollywood, on television, in movies and in magazines is doctored, it’s not real. I really don’t want to feed into that. The best advice I can give to any woman, or any young girl, or even my younger self, is to not give in to that pressure. Find your own value. Know your body. Know what works for you. There is so much pressure, but we do have a choice. It has to be your life you are living. I try to carry that philosophy into every aspect of my life.”

“I can go for days without washing my hair, and people freak out about that," Britton comments about her famous mane of hair. "It gets better from the natural oils that make it shiny and make it do what I want it to do.”

About dieting the actress, who is often seen on set with a salad when the rest of the cast is enjoying a catered meal, states, “My philosophy on life impacts my diet. I don’t want to create a vision of a woman who is starving herself, but I also like to feel good, so I tend to stick to certain healthy foods that do that. But, I love cake, and I eat it sometimes—even though I don’t always feel so great afterward.”

Britton moved to Nashville, Tennessee in 2012 when she signed to star as Rayna Jaymes in the ABC musical drama "Nashville."


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Rodan + Fields Hand Treatment Regimen: The cure for Halloween hands - Nashville Skin Care Examiner

~ Halloween is almost here! While it is fun to dress up, and anything spooky is "in," having Halloween Hands is never a good thing ~

Do You Have Halloween Hands? Jane Fonda, Madonna & Sarah Jessica Parker Do!

As part of the recent training about the ingredients in the new Rodan + Fields Hand Treatment Regimen, noted molecular biologist and peptides specialist Dr. Timothy Falla
showed slides of recent celebrity photos from various magazines.



The
photos were of three famous personalities, Jane Fonda, Madonna, and Sarah
Jessica Parker, looking quite glamorous in their fashionable attire and
flawless makeup, except for their Halloween Hands which shouted their
age.

Ask me how you can escape the Horror of Halloween Hands!!!

Find out more at: Rodan + Fields Hand Treatment Regimen: The cure for Halloween hands - Nashville Skin Care Examiner

Latest advances in skin care technology demonstrated at Jonathan's Bellevue, TN - Nashville Community Examiner

The Nashville community of Bellevue, Tenn., was the site of a HAPPY Hour Skin Care Party and presentation on Thurs., Oct. 16, when a group of 12 men and women gathered to hear about the latest advances in anti-aging skin care technology. A colorful display table  was set up at Jonathan’s restaurant in Bellevue with a selection of dermatologist products created for in-home use to help reverse the signs of aging and achieve healthier skin.

Bellevue and West Nashville skin care consultants Amanda Branam, Amy Arnold and I, along with Nashville consultants Marcy Onan and Catherine Tanner, were on hand to talk about the new innovations in beauty and skin care with new at-home tolls for microdermabrasion, skin rolling and the newest innovation -- the wrinkle filling patch!

More Bellevue gatherings are planned to inform local residents about the newest advances in skin care as well as to let people know about the potential business opportunity in the anti-aging skin care industry.

Find out more at: Latest advances in skin care technology demonstrated at Jonathan's Bellevue, TN - Nashville Community Examiner

Age & Beauty: The Truth about Skin Care

Shortly before my 60th birthday

Age & Beauty: The Truth about Skin Care

Let me speak some blunt truth about skin care and Rodan + Fields: I have seen my friends who use Arbonne, essential oils, Avon, Mary Kay and a slew of other skin care products. I have seen them up close and personal and can tell EXACTLY what those products are and aren't doing for my friends. I have personally tried all of them plus Clinique, Estee Lauder, Lancome, Prescriptives, Nerium, Simple, Boots, Olay, RoC, Provectin and a host of other products long enough to give them more than a passing look. 

Find out what works at: Age & Beauty: The Truth about Skin Care

Why I Always Use a Hiking Pole on Hikes

November 2013 was not just a season of Thanksgiving; it was also the month I injured my hip.

A friend who also leads beginner hikes had joined me to check out a portion of the greenway off Old Harding Pike. After we had walked for about half an hour, it began to get dark, so we turned around to head back to our cars. I don't know if I turned too fast or did an awkward pivot, but within a few steps, I was in such pain I could barely move.

I would take three steps and have to rest. I tried stretching it out; I tried walking in different positions to take the stress off of different points, but nothing helped until we got to a bridge with a handrail. Then I was able to take several more steps before having to rest.

After we crossed the bridge, I soon realized if I had a walking stick to bear part of my weight on the right side, that might help. Before too long, we found a suitable stick in the woods to our right. From that point on, I could take 10 steps before resting as opposed to 3, and the steps were longer and faster than the slight shuffle I had managed before.

When I got home, I immediately began researching walking sticks and hiking poles online. I discovered they come in a variety of styles and prices. For my personal use, I wanted something lightweight and inexpensive.

I found the best price per stick was to buy a pair like the Hikker HP-5 Anti-shock Hiking Pole, 2-pack. The aluminum is lightweight and easy to carry. The extensions allow me to grip the poles at my perfect angle. I usually carry just one, and sometimes I have set it short and used it as a cane, and more recently I have it almost fully extended and just use it as a walking pole. At $25 for the set, each pole cost me just $12.50.

An unexpected bonus was as my hip healed, I was a bit clumsy as my body tried to protect the injured hip. The pole/s help me maintain my balance and keep from turning or falling awkwardly.

Most serious hikers would recommend something more along the lines of this Leki Corklite Trekking Pole, but for my beginner hike needs, I think an inexpensive aluminum stick is just what the doctor ordered. I recommend them highly to those who are injured, out of shape or approaching their senior years, and I plan to carry one when I go hiking for the rest of my hiking days. You don't want to be out in the middle of nowhere and pull a muscle and not be able to get to safety. A hiking pole can make all the difference.

Look for my beginner hikes at HikeNashville and Tennessee Hiking Group.

Related:

• Hiking 101: What is a beginner hike?
• Hiking 101: What is a moderate hike?
• Beginner hikes: Top 10 tips for hiking newbies 
• Getting ready for beginner hikes

My First Hike of 2014

Today I led my first hike of 2014. Not only that, but  it was my first hike since I pulled something in my hip in mid-November.

Of course, I have built up by walking in my neighborhood and local park, but this was my first day back in the Warner parks. I set an easy goal of a mile and a half on the paved roads in an area I knew would be relatively flat -- no sense re-injuring my hip on my first hike! I posted the hike on a couple of boards and had 14 other people show up, so it was a fun outing.

The weather, which has been brutally cold, was picture perfect. I prefer to hike when it is cool, and I felt rejuvenated being outdoors exercising and enjoying nature.

I also had purchased a green aluminum hiking pole (pictured above) which I just love and plan to use on all my future hikes in case my hip or anything else ever starts hurting on a hike again. Better safe than sorry!

I do recommend the hiking/walking sticks to anyone who has had an injury or who is approaching their senior years when things start to pop and pull. The one I got was lightweight, adjustable and under $20. You can find the SE Collapsible Walking Stick for as low as $16 on Amazon.

Hopefully I will build back up to longer trail hikes again, but slower, shorter, flatter hikes have a lot to offer, too. The important thing is to keep moving to stay healthy!

More Hiking Tips:

• Hiking 101: What is a beginner hike?
• Hiking 101: What is a moderate hike?
• Beginner hikes: Top 10 tips for hiking newbies
• Getting ready for beginner hikes
• Top Three Things You Need to Know About Beginner Hiking 
• Why you should consider joining Tennessee Hiking Group
• Join Hike Nashville

Time to spring clean your face--the Macro Exfoliator is back - National Examiner

Give yourself the gift of healthy skin for Mother's Day and Spring with the Redefine Macro Exfoliator!

Time to spring clean your face--the Macro Exfoliator is back

The new maximum exfoliation tool which removes so many dead skin layers it has been compared to microdermabrasion sold out in three weeks of being released and was not available to purchase for more than a month, but there is good news for skin care aficionados! The Redefine Macro Exfoliator will be back in stock on Mon., April 29!

Read more: Time to spring clean your face--the Macro Exfoliator is back - National Examiner

Skin Care Event Coming to Louisville, KY April 14

On Sunday, April 14 at 3 pm, three top skin care and beauty leaders will be in Louisville, KY doing an informative luncheon explaining a new business opportunity in the booming world of anti-aging skin care. If you are interested in learning more or know someone in the area who is looking for a 2nd income, contact me and I will get you set up. 

The skincare event is free to guests and is expected to fill up quickly, so RSVP early. skinhealthbeauty1 (at) gmail (dot) com. The phone number is on the flier.

Are 'All-Natural' Products Really Better for Your Skin? In a Word: NO!

I used natural products from what was in my kitchen and herb garden and very little makeup up for two decades until I got skin cancer on my face about 12 years ago. Even when I worked in the cosmetics department of a well-known national department store, I rarely purchased the pricey beauty products because I didn't believe they helped create healthy skin any better than what was around my house.  

However, when I was researching what to put on my skin to treat the scars and rosacea left behind by skin cancer, I discovered just how little putting food on my face actually did for my skin. 

Skin's Natural Protective Barrier

One reason natural products like food do not make skin any healthier is the skin has a natural protective barrier that keeps substances like food and dirt out, because the molecules are too big or cumbersome to pass through the skin's layers without some kind of vehicle.

 No Digestive Mechanism

Most food contains vitamins and minerals that nourish the body when ingested in sufficient quantities, but without some way to get these vitamins and minerals OUT of the food and PAST the skin's protective barrier, they don't do much slathered on top of the skin. The stomach and intestines have the ability to break down food and absorb the nutrients. Skin DOES NOT HAVE THIS MECHANISM. If several organs are required to break down and absorb nutrients from the food we eat, how is it logical to believe the skin -- an organ which exists to keep things out -- has the capacity to absorb nutrients from food and other natural products without a little technological or medical help?

I prefer skin care products that are based upon natural ingredients but that have the technology to make them efficacious where the right ingredients actually absorb into the skin where they can work to change the skin and create healthier skin. 

A Time for Medicine

If your child becomes very ill, you probably will  give him medicine and not raw vegetables and honey to help him get better. There is a time when eating raw vegetables is great for you and a time you NEED MEDICINE to cure you. It's the same for your skin. 

Using oatmeal, beeswax and olive oil won't harm your skin and may make it feel soft while the humectants and oils are sitting on top of the skin, but they DON'T CHANGE THE SKIN. They won't hurt you, and they might make superficial cuts or dryness feel better, but they won't reverse the signs of aging like skin care products with the right combination of natural and medicated ingredients will do.

Related:

• Natural products & skin care: does food on your face form younger-looking skin? 
• The problems with olive oil & skin care - Nashville Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

 

Macro Exfoliator -- Do It Yourself Dermabrasion at Home!

Around the turn of the 21st century I had skin cancer in patches all over my face. I had used a topical treatment called Efudex, Fluoroplex on one spot, and as the cream migrated, it revealed more cancer patches all over my face.  The Efudex caused my own body to identify and fight the cancer, and each spot became an open sore as the Efudex did its work.

When the treated cancerous spots healed, they left small scars about as deep as acne scars behind. I tried microdermabrasion creams, scrubs and chemical peels, but those over-the-counter products only remove the top layer of loose dead skin and do not provide deep exfoliation.

In an effort to remove the scars and smooth my skin, my dermatologist recommended I have a series of clinical dermabrasions done on my using a medical device. I had a couple of days downtime after each treatment as my face would be red and somewhat raw looking with  a greasy ointment applied by the dermatologist. Each treatment cost $150 some 12 years ago.

 I don't know how much they would cost today, but I do know that for the price of just two dermabrasion treatments 12 years ago at my dermatologist, I can now achieve pretty dramatic results at home. Details coming soon!

Find out more:

DIY deep exfoliating Redefine Macro Exfoliator tool premiered today

• February 7, 2013

Recently this column reported on six devices listed in Marie Claire Magazine as "Home Improvement DIY devices to ramp up the performance of antiaging serums and creams." In breaking news, one of those devices, the new Redefine Macro...

Article at: DIY deep exfoliating Redefine Macro Exfoliator tool premiered today

Exclusive report on new Redefine Macro Exfoliator

• February 7, 2013

The Nashville representatives at the Go Big skin care convention in Texas report that the BIG news today is the release of the new Redefine Macro Exfoliator. "The convention has started and we're going to keep you... 

Read more: Exclusive report on new Redefine Macro Exfoliator

Also see: Rodan + Fields previews 'next big thing' in skin care for beauty editors - Examiner

Find Out What's Right for Your Skin with the Solution Tool

Find Out What's Right for Your Skin Rodan + Fields Solution Tool Rodan + Fields Solution Tool

Dermatologists developed this tool based on how they work with their own patients in their practices. Take 5 minutes to answer the following questions and receive your own personalized recommendations and daily skincare routine.

Find out more at: Rodan + Fields Solution Tool

Leave aging to the wine and cheese skin care party in Brentwood - Nashville Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

Leave aging to the wine and cheese skin care party in Brentwood

A dozen or so women gathered at the beautiful Brentwood home of Cindy Smith to learn about the latest innovations in skin care and why they should leave aging to the wine and cheese. While many things improve with age, skin does not usually improve over time, but there are some steps to take to fight and remove the signs of aging.

Read more: Leave aging to the wine and cheese skin care party in Brentwood - Nashville Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

Why Not Leave Aging to the Wine & Cheese?

 There's nothing better than an aged fine wine or delicious wheel of gouda cheese, but that doesn't mean we should let our body and skin age faster than they should. When it comes to aging, I say leave it to the cheese and wine!

If you want a healthier, more youthful body, eat right, exercise and get plenty of water and sleep.

If you want younger-looking skin, start the New Year off right and contact me at skin_and_health (at) yahoo.com if you would like to hear more about the breakthrough new skin care products from one of the world's leading skin care companies or learn more about a great business opportunity in the lucrative skin care field.

There are events going on around the country, and I can help you plug in so you can learn how to have healthy skin or how to earn a 2nd income -- or better yet -- BOTH!

Deaf twins going blind opt for suicide by euthanasia - Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

Hellen Keller -- Deaf & Blind

Deaf twins going blind opt for suicide by euthanasia

Marc and Eddy Verbessem, identical twin Belgian brothers, were born deaf. The pair, aged 45, discovered the were going blind and decided they did not want to live if they could not communicate with each other. Their euthanasia story just came to light on Jan 15.

Article at: Deaf twins going blind opt for suicide by euthanasia - Nashville Skin, Health, Beauty Examiner

Why sugar is bad for your skin - National Skin Care Examiner

Why sugar is bad for your skin

Eating dessert can be hazardous for your skin because sugar can cause wrinkles and other health issues. Sugar is found in in many foods besides desserts including bread, pasta, potatoes, rice, beverages, salad dressing, crackers, packaged foods, and even fruits and vegetables.

Article at: Why sugar is bad for your skin - National Skin Care Examiner

Also see: For a sweet, healthy life, avoid sugar - Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner
 

For a sweet, healthy life, avoid sugar - Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

For a sweet, healthy life, avoid sugar

The holidays are here, and that means fruitcake, cookies for Santa, egg nog, candy canes, and lots and lots of sweets. Unfortunately, sugar is a hidden killer.
We all know some foods are bad for us because of fat, cholesterol, calories and toxins, but did you know sugar is at the top of the list of bad foods?

Article at: For a sweet, healthy life, avoid sugar - Skin, Health & Beauty Examiner

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