tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73132367167038406312011-07-08T06:46:11.644-07:00Insights &amp; life coaching tips for living an empowered life from wellness expert, empowerment coach &amp; medical journalist Dr. Andrea Pennington. <p> Dr. Andrea shares a video-log &amp; notes on overall wellbeing, weight loss &amp; body image, eating disorders, health care reform, and even her work to influence health policy and eliminate health disparities. Dr. Andrea Pennington is your go-to guru for life transformation and optimal living!</p>DrAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02088229431606414097noreply@blogger.comBlogger241100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7313236716703840631.post-70938021788374576952009-11-01T22:22:00.000-08:002009-11-01T22:22:53.811-08:00

WELLNESS EXPERT, DR. ANDREA PENNINGTON  DECLARES BLACK WOMEN NEED MORE SELF-LOVE & ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH R&B SINGER “PEACHES” TO LAUNCH OF WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT PROJECT For Immediate Release:                                               November 2, 2009 Beverly Hills, California Dr. Andrea Pennington, a nationally renowned health expert and radio host, is the past Medical Director and

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I can tell what my 3-year-old daughter has been snacking on because it’s visible all over her precious face. Would you be surprised to learn that the telltale signs of what you have been eating – or avoiding – are equally noticeable just by looking at your face? It’s true. Dermatologists explain that our skin is a window into our overall health and can show clues of what’s going on under the

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I am attending a “Love Your Body” panel discussion here in LA this weekend and I started thinking about the types of motivation that drive us to take on new challenges – like losing weight. Are you someone who has to hit rock bottom before you will make a change in your life? For instance, do you need to feel totally embarrassed on a plane because your seat belt doesn’t fit? Or do you need to be

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The positive takeaway from this whole recession is that American’s now have personal incentives to strive toward wholeness and moderation. We can no longer rely on buy now pay later, we recognize that when it comes to our homes, personal possessions financial security, our health and peace of mind, our very existence requires a new paradigm for living. We can not afford to live at extremes.

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Tune in for an important show about domestic violence onThe "Dr. Andrea Show"as she provides insight and advice with a survivor of domestic violence AND a former abuserMonday, July 13 at 1pm ET/10am PTon www.BlogTalkRadio.com/DrAndreaWhen pictures of Rihanna came out on the Internet showing her beautiful face tattered and bruised because the fist of boyfriend Chris Brown struck her in a violent

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If Barbie Were a Real Woman, She Would Look Like the Rest of Us! Tune in for “Healthy is the New Skinny” on the “Dr. Andrea Show” as she Discuss the Obsession of Body Perfection in America If Barbie were a real woman she would have: divorced Ken, had 1-tummy tuck under her belt, endured 2 lay-offs, suffered with thinning hair, turned off the lights while making love and probably been

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Most people just want to hear the basic ways to improve their health. I wish there was a magic pill or simple formula, but the reality is that if we embrace a healthy lifestyle - most of the time! - we can reduce the burden of physical ailments and disease in our lives. But, since you keep asking for quick tips for living longer and healthier, here they are!Dr. Andrea's 10 Tips for Longevity1.

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We have just ended a century of unprecedented advances in medical knowledge and technology. Serious medical conditions that were once considered disabling or a death sentence are now curable and most devastating disease conditions that exist today are now manageable or preventable. In spite of all the amazing medical advances in recent years, there exists a great paradox in health care today—we

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Join me on Monday, June 1 at 1pm ET for a discussion on practical ways to beat 'Recession Depression' as media maven, Monique Caradine, interviews me on BlogTalkRadio!Tune in www.BlogTalkRadio.com/DrAndrea on Monday at 1pm ET to hear the interview, or you can call in with questions LIVE!Submit questions via email info@AndreaPennington.com or via Twitter, Facebook or you can even dial into the

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Monday  MAY 18 AT 3PM ET ON BlogTalkRadio!Please join me for a free discussion of my new  book - The Pennington Plan for Weight Success!You can listen online or call in to hear me share my pearls of wisdom for permanent weight loss and lifestyle transformation. Not only have I coached, taught and inspired millions of people around the world with my simple approach to sensible eating and weight

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Serious about losing weight? Ready to keep it off? Take this quick quiz to find out! Do you want to lose weight without deprivation or starvation? Are you ready to lose 10, 30, 50 or more pounds? Are you ready to be successful at keeping it off? Are you ready to feel good in your clothes and have more energy? Are you ready to lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes?

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There has been a great deal of panic here in the DC area since the announcement of the H1N1 flu. So here are some natural ways to prevent the flu while following the standard guidance of the CDC. In addition to avoiding crowded places if you're sick or if you have a lowered immune system, I’ve outlined my Top 10 Cold & Flu Prevention Tips. #1 Wash Your Hands This sounds basic, but it is one of

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I testified before an executive subcommittee for ONCHIT on 'Meaningful Use' of HIT. Why was I ONE of a few who addressed minority/underserved issues? Ugh!

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Tomorrow the executive subcommittee meeting on 'meaningful use' begins here in Washington, DC and will focus on use as it relates to the capacity and functionality of electronic health records, quality reporting, health information exchange, and population/public health. Sessions also will discuss meaningful use in health IT product certification, and panelists will talk about ways to help

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The nomination of Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius to Secretary of Health and Human Services will go to the Senate this week. She will likely take the helm of her new post very soon.Though she has a decent management background as Governor and Insurance Commisssioner, we wonder whether she has the breadth of knowledge to handle health issues for everyone in the country - including minorities, rural

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On Monday of this week the nomination of Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius for the post of secretary of Health and Human Services passed in the Senate Finance Committee 15-8. Her nomination for HHS secretary now goes to the full Senate, which is expected to vote this week. Sebelius was Obama’s second choice after Tom Daschle, who withdrew from the nomination after it was revealed that he owed

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Remember hearing health and nutrition experts, like me, tell you to avoid products with high fructose corn syrup because it could be worse for your health than straight glucose – or table sugar? This came from data that showed that high consumption of sodas, breakfast cereals and other sweet treats that contain high fructose corn syrup cause weight gain and problems like diabetes. Well, you

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Those of us involved in health information technology have been pondering the meaning of a the term 'meaningful use'. Because for those health care providers, hospitals and clinics looking to get their share of the $20 billion of stimulus money aimed at HIT applications this term defines everything. When you read the HITECH act, the over 100 pages of the 2009 stimulus package that defines which

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Recently I spoke with a friend who has no health insurance. She still sees one doctor regularly for her check-ups and diabetes management, she pays out of pocket for this care.Well, last month she went in for help with terrible allergies and sinus pressure. The front office staff all but barred  her from seeing the doctor unless she signed an agreement to pay a large sum of money each month. All

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Today I began brainstorming with a team of public health advocates the design of electronic health resources to connect at-risk youth with the health care system.And as the various leaders and experts around the room shared, with passion, their ideas of how  to 'solve' the problems that adolescents face as they 'drop out' of the healthcare system, I was struck by one comment - "any curriculum we

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What if you could gather up the nation's brightest dermatologists and surgeons to get in-depth answers to your burning questions on skin health and how to look and feel your best?Well, I've done it for you! You've got questions, we've got answers!My work as Chief Medical Officer for  Logical Images includes serving as your personal skin health and beauty advisor for the best online resource

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As the immediate past President of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals it has been my business to spread the word about the world-class resources available to therapists and others in the field. Now I feel inspired to share info that may be relevant to you or someone you know. You've heard of bulimia, right? It's an eating disorder that is marked by periods of binge

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More people are talking about the effects this recession is having on our health. The harsh reality is that more Americans will suffer from acute stress-related illness and chronic diseases as a result of the economic crisis in the United States. In August of 2008 I spoke on several radio shows, including WTOP in Washington, DC about this. Read info that has been shared with millions... Dr.

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The current economic climate has got everyone running scared. My friends, my colleagues and certainly my clients are a little (or a lot!) nervous about the future. What is interesting to me, however, is that everyone is now focusing on their health. Either because their bodies have fallen apart or because they realize that no matter what, without health ain't got nothin'!I've certainly noticed an

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