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How to Look and Feel Younger in Your Age Group

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How to Look and Feel Younger 
  1. Load Up on Antioxidants. Antioxidants fight against inflammation and free radical damage in the body. 
  2. Stay Hydrated. Dehydration not only makes your skin look wrinkly and saggy, but it also makes you look older. 
  3. Eat more Fruits and vegetables. 
  4. Exercise Every day. ​
12 Tips for Healthy Eating
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Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. With these simple tips from On Your Way to Preventing Type 2 Diabetes pdf icon[PDF – 2 MB], you can start making changes that add up to healthy eating habits over time:
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  1. Make time to cook. You’ll gain impressive skills that you’ll keep for a lifetime, save money, and take the guesswork out of the ingredients.
  2. Look online for recipes that meet your skill level, time, and budget. Many have user reviews to help you decide on a recipe.
  3. Plan a week’s worth of meals before you go grocery shopping. You’ll thank yourself later.
  4. Swap boring veggie recipes for exciting ones. Watch online cooking videos to learn the secrets of making vegetables tastier with different spices or methods of cooking.
  5. Make the same food for you and your family. Healthy eating is good for everyone!
  6. Try Meatless Monday. Beans and lentils are cheap, are tasty, and pack a protein punch.
  7. Make family favorites with a twist. Substitute veggies for grains or starchy carbohydrates (zucchini noodles, anyone?) or blend veggies and add to sauces.
  8. Try not to drink your calories. They won’t fill you up! Reduce fruit juice and sports drinks, and limit alcohol.
  9. Dress smart. Dress salads with oil (a healthy one like olive oil) and vinegar, choose low-fat or fat-free yogurt over sour cream, and use mustard instead of mayonnaise.
  10. Make spices your secret weapon. They add flavor without adding calories.
  11. Freeze! Freeze single servings of a big batch of healthy food for work lunches or when you’re too tired to cook.
  12. Think ahead. Think about the times you’re most likely to eat junk food, like after a stressful day at work. Make a plan in advance to swap out the unhealthy snack you might eat—such as a candy bar—with a healthy one, like an apple.



Abstract

The desire of many to look young for their age has led to the establishment of a large cosmetics industry. However, the features of appearance that primarily determine how old women look for their age and whether genetic or environmental factors predominately influence such features are largely unknown. We studied the facial appearance of 102 pairs of female Danish twins aged 59 to 81 as well as 162 British females aged 45 to 75. Skin wrinkling, hair graying, and lip height were significantly and independently associated with how old the women looked for their age. The appearance of facial sun-damage was also found to be significantly correlated to how old women look for their age and was primarily due to its commonality with the appearance of skin wrinkles. There was also considerable variation in the perceived age data that was unaccounted for. Composite facial images created from women who looked young or old for their age indicated that the structure of subcutaneous tissue was partly responsible. Heritability analyses of the appearance features revealed that perceived age, pigmented age spots, skin wrinkles and the appearance of sun-damage were influenced more or less equally by genetic and environmental factors. Hair graying, recession of hair from the forehead and lip height were influenced mainly by genetic factors whereas environmental factors influenced hair thinning. These findings indicate that women who look young for their age have large lips, avoid sun-exposure and possess genetic factors that protect against the development of gray hair and skin wrinkles. The findings also demonstrate that perceived age is a better biomarker of skin, hair and facial aging than chronological age.

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How to Make Your Skin Look Younger Naturally

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Co-authored by Kimberly Tan and Kyle Hall
Last Updated: October 20, 2021
 
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​There are so many procedures and treatments nowadays that claim to give you more youthful-looking skin, but what if you’re looking for results the natural way?

​The good news is that there are all kinds of things you can do to make your skin look younger naturally, no lasers, injections, or surgeries required. We’ve compiled a list of the best proven all-natural skincare tips so you can start taking steps to get healthy, hydrated, youthful skin.
1 Eat more essential fatty acids (EFAs).
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Load up on fruits and vegetables.
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Fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins and antioxidants that are great for skin. Vitamins C, E, and D are critical for healthy skin, and antioxidants can actually help protect your skin from sun damage. Eating a healthy diet that’s full of vitamins and antioxidants can help prevent the signs of skin aging.[3] One of the best ways to get more vitamins and antioxidants is to eat more fruits and vegetables.[4] Aim to eat at least 1 ½-2 cups of fruit and 2-3 cups of vegetables every day.[5] Some great antioxidant-rich options include:[6]
  • Berries, like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries
  • Carrots
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Kale
  • Spinach
  • Red and green peppers
  • Broccoli
3 Take collagen supplements.
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Collagen supplements may help reduce the signs of skin aging. There are a lot of supplements out there that make questionable claims about preventing and reversing aging, but one type of supplement that may actually be effective is collagen. Although the research is preliminary, studies show that collagen supplements can improve skin elasticity and hydration.[7] If you’re looking for a skin-boosting supplement that actually works, collagen might be it.
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  • Remember to talk to your doctor before you start taking any new supplements.
  • You can find collagen supplements online and, in most vitamin, and health food stores.
  • Follow the instructions on your supplements to make sure you're taking one full day's serving every day.
4 Try facial massage.
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Massaging your face regularly may reduce puffiness and make your skin firmer. The idea behind facial massage is that it improves drainage in the face (making your face less puffy) and increases blood flow, which means more skin-boosting nutrients and collagen production.[8] While you can book an appointment with a professional for a face massage, you can also do your own at home using your hands, a jade roller, or other face massaging tools on the market.[9]
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  • To do your own facial massage at home using just your fingers, first apply face moisturizer or oil to lubricate your skin. Starting at the bottom of your face, use gentle but firm pressure to massage up toward your cheeks with your finger tips.[10]
  • Work your way up your face, then use just your ring fingers to massage around your eyes. Start at your brows and go around your eyes and down to the outer corners.[11]
  • Finish by tapping the skin on your forehead in an upward motion.[12]
  • Make it a habit to massage your face every day for the best results![13]
5 Exfoliate.
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​Exfoliating may reveal brighter, younger-looking skin. Exfoliation involves removing old, dead skin cells so your skin looks smoother, brighter, and more even.[14] The two main types of exfoliation are mechanical, which involves using a brush, scrub, etc. to buff away dead skin, and chemical, which involves using acids to dissolve old skin cells. The best method for you depends on your skin type.[15]
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  • If you have dry, sensitive, or acne-prone skin, use a mild-strength chemical exfoliator so you don’t irritate your skin.
  • If you have oily skin, try mechanical exfoliation, or use a stronger chemical exfoliator.
  • Exfoliate 2-3 times a week. If you have sensitive skin, cut that down to once a week. It’s tempting to exfoliate every day, but don’t do it—too much exfoliation can strip your skin of natural oils and cause inflammation that actually accelerates aging.[16]
6 Moisturize.
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Moisturizers hydrate your skin, making it look smoother and healthier. When you apply moisturizer to your skin, it acts as a barrier that prevents water loss. Moisturizers also replace important lipids and other compounds that keep your skin looking healthy and youthful.[17] Dermatologists recommend moisturizing every day after washing your face or showering. Apply moisturizer to your face and body while your skin is still damp to lock in more moisture and give your skin a hydrated, youthful glow.[18]
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  • Choose an oil-based moisturizer, preferably one that has petroleum jelly in it, for the best hydration.
  • If you have oily skin, use a water-based moisturizer that's oil-free so it doesn't clog your pores.[19]
  • Use different moisturizers for your face and body. Body lotions are usually too heavy to use on your face. For your face, look for a moisturizer that’s specifically made for the skin on your face.[20]
7 Be gentle with your skin.
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Scrubbing, over-bathing, and harsh products can all worsen the signs of aging. When you wash your face and body, be gentle. Scrubbing and tugging can actually damage your skin and accelerate skin aging.[21] You should also avoid washing with hot water and taking long showers and baths—these things strip your skin of its natural oils, causing dryness. Avoid washing with soaps that contain harsh detergents for the same reason.[22]
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  • After you shower or wash your face, gently pat your skin dry, don’t rub. Your skin will thank you for it!
8 Wear sunscreen.
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Sunscreen is a must to prevent more skin aging.
 If you’re not wearing sunscreen every day, you’re undoing all of the hard work you’re putting into caring for your skin. Sunscreen protects your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays that cause premature aging.[23] Dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen that is broad-spectrum (protects against all kinds of UV rays), at least SPF 30, and water-resistant.[24]
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  • Make it a habit to wear sunscreen every day, even if you’re just out running errands.
  • Remember to apply sunscreen to any exposed parts of your body, not just your face.
9 Take your makeup off before bed.
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​Sleeping with makeup can actually age your skin.
 You’re tired after a long day and the last thing you want to do is take off all of your makeup—we get it. But sleeping with makeup on not only increases your risk of breaking out, it also ages your skin and makes wrinkles worse. That’s because makeup trapped against your skin all night can lead to skin damage, a.k.a. aging. To keep your skin looking youthful and glowy, don’t skip removing your makeup at night.[25]
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  • The way you apply your makeup can make a big difference in how youthful your skin looks too!
10 Exercise regularly.
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Regular exercise may give your skin a more youthful glow.
 Exercise improves circulation throughout your body and boosts your immune system, which may actually improve the appearance of your skin.[26] Plus, routine exercise is just great for you in general (it boosts your mood, lowers your risk of certain diseases, and increases your chances of living longer, to name a few benefits), so it’s a win-win all around.[27] When it comes to exercise, here’s what doctors recommend for the average adult:
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  • At least 150-300 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise, or 75-150 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, per week.[28]
  • At least 2 days of strength-training per week.[29]
11 Get enough sleep.
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​A healthy sleep schedule actually helps slow skin aging.
 If you’ve ever looked at yourself in the mirror after a night without much sleep, you know how much of a toll it can take on your appearance (we've all been there). Not getting enough sleep at night has been linked with increased signs of aging and worsened skin barrier function.[30] To keep your skin looking healthy and youthful, try to get a full night’s sleep every night, or at least as often as possible.
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  • Most adults need at least 7 hours of sleep every night, although you may find you need more to wake up feeling really well-rested.[31]
 12 De-stress.
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​Chronic stress can actually age your skin.
 You may have heard that stress can cause breakouts, but regular stress can also accelerate skin aging.[32] It’s not always easy, but try to find ways to de-stress throughout the week. Taking a time-out to meditate, do yoga, listen to music, or take some deep breaths whenever you’re feeling stressed can make a big difference. Exercising, getting enough sleep, and eating a healthy diet can also help with stress, and these things are all great for your skin in general as well.[33]
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  • Struggling with stress? Check out our articles on stress management.
13 Avoid smoking.
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​Smoking makes your skin age faster.
 It worsens wrinkles and causes a dull, unhealthy complexion.[34] The good news is that quitting smoking can stop your skin from aging as quickly and even reverse some of the visible damage. It comes with a whole host of other benefits too, like more energy, less stress, improved breathing, and a longer life expectancy, so it’s never too late to quit.[35]
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  • Quitting smoking can be really hard, but it’s doable and worth it. Nicotine replacement therapy can make you twice as likely to succeed. Between nicotine patches, lozenges, gum, tablets, and nasal sprays that are all available over the counter, there are a lot of options to choose from nowadays.[36]
14 Limit alcohol.
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Frequently drinking too much alcohol can take a toll on your skin. That doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your after-work glass of wine or a cold beer on the weekend, but regular heavy drinking (8 or more alcoholic drinks per week) does accelerate skin aging. Volume loss, puffiness, and an increase of visible blood vessels are just some of the aging effects caused by long-term heavy drinking.[37] To avoid damaging your skin over time, try your best to only drink in moderation.
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  • The current dietary guidelines for Americans are no more than 1 drink per day for women and 2 drinks per day for men.[38]

​Community Q&A
​Question
How can I naturally make my skin look younger?
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Kimberly Tan
Licensed Esthetician
Expert Answer
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Kimberly Tan is the Founder & CEO of Skin Salvation, an acne clinic in San Francisco. She has been a licensed esthetician for over 15 years and is an expert in mainstream, holistic, and medical ideologies in skin care. She has worked directly under Laura Cooksey of Face Reality Acne Clinic and studied in-person with Dr. James E. Fulton, Co-creator of Retin-a and pioneer of acne research. Her business blends skin treatments, effective products, and education in holistic health and sustainability.

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  2. ↑https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-and-cholesterol/types-of-fat/omega-3-fats/
  3. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3583891/
  4. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3649719/
  5. ↑Kimberly Tan. Licensed Esthetician. Expert Interview. 28 August 2019.
  6. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/multimedia/antioxidants/sls-20076428?s=2
  7. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30681787/
  8. ↑Kimberly Tan. Licensed Esthetician. Expert Interview. 28 August 2019.
  9. ↑https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/facial-massage-benefits
  1. ↑https://www.instyle.com/beauty/face-massage-skin-ildi-pekar
  2. ↑https://www.instyle.com/beauty/face-massage-skin-ildi-pekar
  3. ↑https://www.instyle.com/beauty/face-massage-skin-ildi-pekar
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  5. ↑Kimberly Tan. Licensed Esthetician. Expert Interview. 28 August 2019.
  6. ↑https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/routine/safely-exfoliate-at-home
  7. ↑https://www.glamour.com/story/whats-the-deal-with-exfoliatin
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  9. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dry-skin/in-depth/moisturizers/art-20044232
  10. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dry-skin/in-depth/moisturizers/art-20044232
  11. ↑https://www.self.com/story/are-body-and-facial-moisturize
  12. ↑https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/anti-aging/reduce-premature-aging-skin
  13. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/skin-care/art-20048237
  14. ↑Kimberly Tan. Licensed Esthetician. Expert Interview. 28 August 2019.
  15. ↑https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/anti-aging/reduce-premature-aging-skin
  16. ↑https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/anti-aging/a35556/why-is-sleeping-in-makeup-bad/
  17. ↑https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/anti-aging/reduce-premature-aging-skin
  18. ↑https://medlineplus.gov/benefitsofexercise.html
  19. ↑https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-new-exercise-guidelines-any-changes-for-you-2018121415623
  20. ↑https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-new-exercise-guidelines-any-changes-for-you-2018121415623
  21. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25266053/
  22. ↑https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/how_much_sleep.html
  23. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4082169/
  24. ↑https://adaa.org/tips
  25. ↑https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/anti-aging/reduce-premature-aging-skin
  26. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/quit-smoking/expert-answers/smoking/faq-20058153
  27. ↑https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/10-self-help-tips-to-stop-smoking/
  28. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6715121/
  29. ↑https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/moderate-drinking.htm
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In 2015 the U.S. spent nearly $9,000 for the health of every American — far more than what the governments of other countries spend on the health of their citizens – yet life expectancy and health outcomes are generally worse for Americans than for citizens of other developed nations in North America and Europe.

For the reasons of the high cost to treat disease in America, "disease prevention should be woven into all aspects of our lives, including where and how we live, learn, work and play. Everyone—government, businesses, educators, health care institutions, communities and every single American—has a role in creating a healthier nation.

The website has five major sections.  1. User Section: The home page entitled hospital has many links to get health information quickly. The home page is like an independent website to learn anything about healthcare. If the hospital wants to add specific information for their departments, this is the place to provide it.  2. Most Economic Burden Diseases:  Describe diseases like arthritis, diabetes, chronic diseases, health literacy, heart disease, and stroke. 3. CDC Main Categories: Data & Statistics, Diseases & Conditions, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Health, Featured content, Global Health, Healthy Living, Injury, Violence, & Safety, State, Tribal, Local, & Territorial, Travel Health, Workplace Safety & Health, and Other. 4. Media Type: Infographics, Microsites, Videos, and Widgets & CDC TV. 5. Footer: The footer is also like an independent website available on every website page. Here employees can make comments after reading articles to get credit for CE.

About the patent Inventor: Umesh Bhargava, BS., B. Pharm., MS., Ph. D., R. Ph.  is a first-generation Indian American who completed his MS in Pharmacy from St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 1961, shown above on the left. Then started Research Assistantship on Black Walnut with Missouri University Hospital at Columbia, shown on the right. While on Research Assistantship, he did his Ph. D. in Pharmacology in 1967 with the research on Pharmacology of Ellagic Acid from Black Walnut. Ellagic Acid is a polyphenolic compound present in many fruits and vegetables which works against diabetes, heart disease, cancer, etc., that became popular on the internet between 1970 and 1990. Ellagic Acid might have popularized the consumption of fruits and vegetables in people who believed Vegan lifestyle. According to Oncologists, a published report, Ellagic Acid was the best discovery of the decades. Fruits like pomegranate, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, walnuts, and pecans are rich in ellagic acid.

The healthcare sector relies heavily on knowledge that is evidence-based information, diagnoses, and treatments that could be implemented quickly in a patient’s best interests. CDC and others have tried to record this knowledge and communicate through different mediums such as articles, prints, audios, microsites, videos, widgets, and other records that can be quickly and easily transmitted from one individual to another for easier use. But the healthcare industry is so complex that no matter what the delivery system is. It involves multiple professionals in diverse workplaces collaborating to deliver proper care to patients. In addition, it requires tacit knowledge in the form of expert opinion gained through years of experience. Learning is a continuous process, but the goal of this website is to increase this knowledge to provide decision-makers with the tools they need to turn information into a Permanent Tacit Health Knowledge Asset within the healthcare facility they use it.

A healthcare website can create a more efficient flow of information between all your doctors and staff; nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and dieticians, which could ultimately increase healthcare efficiency and productivity. Developing this type of Tacit Health Knowledge Asset would decrease Healthcare Costs when adopted in most hospitals in America. On this website, I have tried to bring information from many sources outside to gain users experience. 

By using the Walnut Healthcare Global System creative tool, every hospital has a chance to achieve maximum productivity through increasing healthcare efficiency by involving multi-talented groups of people within the hospital and technology working together to reduce healthcare costs. This website provides a lifelong educational offerings experience that develops management competencies and improves professional skills vital to succeeding through this tool. A separate booklet on the Self Power Leadership is available to management upon request.
The Self Power Leadership:  An introductory guide to The Self Power Leadership and how to succeed at it.
By Umesh C. Bhargava, Ph. D., Walnut Healthcare Global System Creative Business Tool

How to Grow the Tacit Health Knowledge Asset?  This knowledge or know-how is embedded or rooted in the mind of talented people, acquired through years of experience, expanded by getting together with talented people, as it is hard to communicate on this subject, sometimes it may be better to let the minds of people speak to each other through socialization as it can increase creativity and innovation in your organization. START A DISCUSSION BETWEEN EACH OTHER PICK A TOPIC.

Generally, a royalty is an agreement between the inventor (the licensor) and manufacturer, publisher, agent, or user (the licensee). In this case, the licensor has permitted to let the other users, or the hospitals use the inventor's ideas and creations free of royalty fees, as long as the licensee keeps the intellectual property performing well by allowing the maximum benefit to both parties, the licensor, and licensee, who have interest in the success this creation. There is no single way to charge or not charge royalty rates at the beginning. When you know the value of the patents, trademark, or copyright, you’ll be able to calculate the royalty rates more accurately and decide what to do. In the beginning, a licensing agreement will be made between the licensor and the licensee, free of charge for at least one year. But each customer has to pay yearly operation fees to maintain the website. Walnut Healthcare Global System owns and will continue to develop the four websites. Customer services and educational advocacy are to be provided by Walnut Healthcare. Each hospital or business will build the Tacit Health Knowledge Asset by their plan using the website and the Walnut Healthcare Global System Creative Tools as appropriate.  Walnut Healthcare is the facilitator and completes the contractual agreements to start the process. Walnut Healthcare Global System can also add information to the customer's portion of the website at a low cost to make the site more useful to the business. We have four different websites for customers to test. For more information or questions, please contact [email protected]. 
Walnut Healthcare Global System (WHCGS) Creative Tools

The Walnut Healthcare Global System developed the Creative Tools to achieve maximum productivity through increasing health literacy involving multi-talented groups of people and technology working together to achieve the best results to reduce healthcare costs. Together with discovering the drivers of spending and spending growth in US health care. How do the organization’s strategy and decision-making processes impact total spending and value, and how to control them? Lifelong educational offerings that develop management competencies and improve professional skills are vital to succeed through this tool.

​You also need Self Power learned with experience; it is that kind of power that helps you see things through your inner eye. For “The Self Power” to work, organizations need to create an environment that encourages creativity and innovation. Creativity in art increases boundaries beyond norms; for example, in recent years, woodturning has become an artistic craving for Sarena Bhargava’s creative expression, allowing her to explore the organic splendor and diverse energy of wood to create her art. Each piece of wood has a story to share and how it is transformed into a distinctively inspired expression of beauty and function. The art in the movie can be seen in the filmography at the International Movie Database (IMBd) by clicking here. Creativity and innovations can benefit humankind in many ways – Linda Naiman, founder of Creativity at Work.  Institutions should focus on bringing together multi-talented groups of individuals who collaborate to exchange ideas and knowledge to shape different directions of the future.

Our mind works like a global brain that connects with other people using the different systems without even knowing them. For a computer to work, it needs an internet connection, the global brain works using other methods, and your mind expands manifolds and handles complex problems without any personal interference. Organizations led by such leaders would have a higher success rate in innovation, employee engagement, for any change, and renewal.

​This website is the result of three patent applications working on the following concepts:

The first patent application deals with Providing and Spreading Health Literacy in Unique ways through Websites using Phones, WhatsApp, and Computers Singularly or in Combination with the Public and Healthcare Professionals to Decrease Nation's Healthcare Costs.  The patent shows a website can effectively spread healthcare information to the public and healthcare professionals in a cost-effective manner on a large scale using 10,250 healthcare articles from the CDC   that can theoretically be increased to a maximum of 250,000. 


The second patent application deals with "Our mind works like a global brain that connects with other people using the different systems without even knowing them. For a computer to work, it needs an internet connection but, the global brain works using other methods, and your mind expands manifolds and handles complex problems without any personal interference. Organizations led by such leaders would have a higher success rate in innovation, employee engagement, any change, and renewal."

"The Walnut Healthcare Global System is a creative tool to achieve maximum productivity through increasing health literacy involving multi-talented groups of people and technology working together to achieve the best results to reduce healthcare costs. Together with discovering the drivers of spending and spending growth in US health care. How do the organization’s strategy and decision-making processes impact total spending and value, and how to control them? Lifelong educational offerings that develop management competencies and improving professional skills are vital to succeed through this tool.

The Self Power can be learned, it is that kind of power that helps you see things through your inner eye. For “The Self Power” to work, organizations need to create an environment that encourages creativity and innovation. After that, they should focus on bringing together multi-talented groups of individuals who collaborate to exchange ideas and knowledge to shape the direction of the future."

The third patent application deals with the design of the website.  The website was created by making hundreds of websites, doing research, and using art and creativity on making websites with colors for over six years. Design thinking draws upon logic, imagination, intuition, and systemic reasoning to explore all possibilities as shown on the following figure. 
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​According to Linda Naiman, founder of Creativity at Work.  creativity and innovations can benefit humankind in many ways "What if you could repair your body at the cellular level? Could food be grown right in the crowded cities where people live? How far can we extend the human life span?"


“Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” Steve Jobs

“The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination.” Albert Einstein


Artist's mind works differently than other people woodturning has become an artistic craving for Sarena Bhargava’s creative expression, allowing her to explore the organic splendor and diverse energy of wood. Each piece of wood has a story to share and how it is transformed into a distinctively inspired expression of beauty and function. These creative expressions can be seen in her filmographic work at the International Movie Database (IMBd): by clicking here.

To learn about Art and Health Creative Innovations go to the following sites:

Artist Gallery (5 pages)
Complete Happiness to Cure for all Pain and Suffering

Creative Mind Expansion
​How does the Global Brain Work?
​
What is Creativity?  in Website:  
https://artandhealthadvocates.weebly.com/ (Use password 1234)
​Who is Artist?  in Website: http://www.communitycare.cc/
​Zen Happiness

From Harvard 12 ways to cut health care costs

​In the healthcare industry, the correct information can quite literally save lives—but only if professionals can have the ability to access it quickly from anywhere, at any time.  The Internet has shifted toward more patient-centered care, enabling consumers to gather health-related information themselves; communicate with care providers, health plan insurance companies, and other consumers electronically; and even be willing to receive care in the home.  Healthcare Knowledge in the form of links from many sources is shown below:

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Diabetes Mellites👈

  • 4 Steps to Manage Your Diabetes for Life 
  • Diabetes and Women
  • Diabetes and Your Feet
  • Diabetes Features & Spotlights
  • Diabetes-Related Press Releases and Media Advisories
  • ​Evaluation Resources
  • Fact Sheets
  • Flu & People with Diabetes
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy
  • Health Care Providers ​
  • How to Save Money on Diabetes Care
  • Infographics
  • Making Physical Activity a Part of a Child’s Life
  • Making Physical Activity a Part of an Older Adult’s Life
  • Managing Diabetes 
  • Prediabetes: Your Chance to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
  • Prevent Type 2 Diabetes in Kids
  • Reports and Publications
  • Social Media
  • Videos and Podcasts
  • Webinars and Videos

​Heart Diseases👈 

  • About Heart Disease
  • About Million Hearts® 2027
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Facts about Atrial Septal Defect
  • Health, United States, 2013 includes special section on prescription drugs
  • Heart Age Infographics | VitalSigns
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Disease and Men
  • Heart Disease Facts
  • Heart Disease: It Can Happen at Any Age | CDC Features
  • Heart Disease Patient Education Handouts
  • Heart Attack Symptoms, Risk, and Recovery
  • Heart Disease Resources for Health Professionals
  • ​High Blood Pressure
  • High Blood Pressure Symptoms and Causes
  • How Cardiac Rehabilitation Can Help Heal Your Heart
  • How much physical activity do older adults need?
  • Know Your Risk for Heart Disease
  • Learn & Prevent | Million Hearts
  • Lower Your Risk for the Number 1 Killer of Women 
  • Million Hearts and Eating Well launch heart-healthy nutrition resource
  • Million Hearts® e-Updates
  • Million Hearts® Syndicated Content
  • Prevent Heart Disease
  • Snapshots of Progress - Centers for Disease Control 
  • Sodium Reduction in Communities Program (SRCP)
  • Three Things You May Not Know About CPR
  • Vital Signs: High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol-Out of Control
  • Women and Heart Disease

Additional Health & Medical Online Resources (See Disclaimer on Table below)
American Cancer Society - cancer.org
Fighting cancer with research, education, patient care, and rehabilitation.

CDC - cdc.gov
Fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

Department of Health and Human Services - hhs.gov
Principal agency for protecting the health of U.S. citizens.

Drugs.com - drugs.com
Easy-to-read drug information and useful online tools including a pill identifier.

Epocrates - epocrates.com
Point of care diagnostic and treatment information for doctors. Subscription required.

Everyday Health - everydayhealth.com
Personalized health advice, tools, and communities.

Healthline - healthline.com
Condition and procedure topics, symptom checker, and pill identifier.

Mayo Clinic - mayoclinic.org
Award-winning medical and health information for healthy living.

MedicineNet - medicinenet.com
Authoritative medical information for consumers.

Medline Plus - medlineplus.gov
Diseases, symptoms, injuries, and more with photographs and illustrations.

Medpage Today - medpagetoday.com
Latest clinical and policy coverage geared towards health care professionals.

Medscape - medscape.com
Medical information for specialists, physicians, and industry professionals.

Merck Manuals - merckmanuals.com
The world's most widely-used medical guides, available online.

NIH - nih.gov
Focal point for medical research in the United States.

OpenMD - openmd - Also see: Health Site Directory
Health search engine spanning thousands of medical organizations and government databases.

RxList - rxlist.com
Drug information for consumers and medical health professionals.

UpToDate - uptodate.com
Evidence-based clinical decision support resource for health care providers.

WebMD - webmd.com

Thousands of medical entries from abdomen to zygote.

Doctor Reviews

CareDash - caredash.com
Provider ratings and patient reviews. Make informed decisions about your health.

Castle Connoly
Top doctors based on peer nomination and review by a physician-directed research team.
castleconnolly.com

Health Grades - healthgrades.com
Details on provider's experience, patient satisfaction and hospital quality.

U.S. News Health - health.usnews.com
Directory includes 750,000+ physicians and surgeons.

Vitals - vitals.com

Find, rate or check up on a doctor in the United States. Search by location, specialty or ailment.

Zocdoc - zocdoc.com
​Find a doctor and book an appointment. Read verified doctor reviews and ratings by patients.

Medical Journals

BioMed Central - biomedcentral.com
Provides open access to hundreds of peer-reviewed medical journals.

Free Medical Journals - freemedicaljournals.com - Also see: Free Medical Books
Site that promotes and links to free full-text medical journals and resources.

JAMA - freebooks4doctors.com
The most widely circulated peer-reviewed medical journal in the world.

New England Journal of Medicine - nejm.org
Publishes new medical research findings, review articles, and editorial opinion.

PubMed Central - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Free digital archive of biomedical and life sciences journal literature.

Child and Teen Health

Girls Health - girlshealth.gov
Reliable, supportive health information for girls ages 10 to 16.

Partnership for a Drug Free America - drugfree.org
Answers and guidance on drug abuse, prevention, and treatment.

Pregnancy Helpline - thehelpline.org
Education and information for those experiencing pregnancy related issues.

Teen Health - kidshealth.org
Honest information and advice about health, relationships, and growing up.

DISCLAIMER: The following website links provide information relating to healthcare and education decisions. The website has these Internet links as a courtesy to our users. The website inventor does not take responsibility for the accuracy, availability, or content of these external site.
Medical Information web sites

  • AARP MedicareRx Plans United Healthcare
  • ​Antibiotics Dosing (Johns Hopkins)
  • DailyMed (Current Medication Information)
  • EMedicine (Online Medical Textbook)
  • F D A - US Food and Drug
  • GlobalRPh.Com 
  • Institute For Safe Medication 
  • Lexi-Comp 
  • MedicineNet.com
  • Perinatology
  • ​PREVLINE (Prevention Online)
  • PubMeD Central Journal
  • ResourceClinical - Clinical & Prescribing 
  • RPhWorld.com (Drugs, calculators)
 
 DRUG/HEALTH CARE FOR CONSUMERS
  • CVS Caremark
  • Directory of Spine Specialists 
  • Drug.Com
  • Free Medication Programs
  • Everyday Health
  • Healthline
  • Mayo Clinic Health Information Center
  • MedLine Plus Site - Drugs/Medical A-Z
  • National Library of Medicine (World's Largest Medical Library)
  • Preventive health Services
  • U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Healthfinder.gov)
  • Walgreens (Walgreens Website)
  • WebMD 
  • Weight Watchers

HEALTH INFORMATION FOR PROFESSIONALS
  • C D C - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • ​Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)
  • www.emedicine.com
  • Hardin.MD
  • ​National Institute of Aging
  • Perinatology
  • UK National Health Service 
  • ​W H O - World Health Organization: Health Topics

NURSING WEBSITES
  • Allnurses.com
  • Anatomy of the Human Body (Gray's Anatomy) 
  • Cancer.gov
  • Family Practice Notebook
  • HardinMD
  • HIV InSite
  • NOAH: New York Online Access to Health
  • NursingCenter.Com
  • Perinatology

PEDIATRIC WEBSITES
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • CHADD Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • KidsHealth
  • Medem
  • MedCalculater
  • Pediatric Dosage Calculator
  • Pediatric On Call
  • Perinatology

PHYSICIAN WEBSITES
  • Americal Medical Association
  • Am Academy Family Phys
  • British Medical Journal
  • DailyMed (Current Medication Information)
  • DocFinder 
  • Family Doctor
  • Family Practice Notebook
  • Health Grades
  • Infectious Diseases Society of America
  • Medicare Participating Physician Directory
  • Medpage Today
  • MedScape (Free CME Resource For Physicians)
  • New England Journal Medicine 
  • PDQ® – National Cancer Institute
  • Perinatology

​Other Useful Links
  • Acute Care Online
  • Latex Drugs
  • OvidSP

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HELPFUL LINKS

  • American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
  • American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
  • Pollen Forecasts
  • American Board of Allergy and Immunology
Clinical Resources and Tools

​Clinical Tools:
  • Maternal Patient Safety Bundles developed by the former Council on Patient Safety in Women’s Health Care.
  • Maternal Early Warning Signs (MEWS) Protocol developed by the former Council on Patient Safety in Women’s Health Care.
  • Toolkit for Improving Perinatal Safety developed by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).
  • Guide to Patient and Family Engagement in Hospital Quality and Safety developed by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).

Healthcare Professional Education:
  • POST-BIRTH Warning Signs Education Program developed by the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).
  • Back to Basics: Foundations for Mindful Care developed by the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).
  • Eliminating Preventable Maternal Mortality and Morbidity from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
  • Maternal Cardiac Conditions: Addressing a Leading Cause of Pregnancy-Related Death--Webinar hosted by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).

Implicit Bias and Stigma:
  • March of Dimes’ Professional Education, including Implicit Bias Training focused on maternity care.
  • Beyond Labels: Reducing Stigma developed by March of Dimes.
  • SPEAK UP Program by the Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement.
    • Video: A Physician Shares Stories about Listening to Black Women
  • AWHONN Insights Podcast: The Impact of Implicit Bias in Healthcare
  • Healthy Equity, Implicit Bias, Stigma & Antiracism developed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

​Health Equity and Cultural Awareness:
  • American Medical Association (AMA) Center for Health Equity.
  • Importance of Social Determinants of Health and Cultural Awareness in the Delivery of Reproductive Health Careexternal icon by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
  • Birth Equity developed by the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).
  • Think Cultural Healthexternal icon developed by the Office of Minority Health.
  • The EveryONE Project™ developed by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Additional resources related to maternal health and pregnancy-related complications.