Cellulite is not only a fat deposit- it is also an indication of cellular inflammation and toxin’s load that can damage surrounding collagen layer.

Toxicity and inflammation can be caused by:
- food sensitivities(wheat/gluten, dairy, additives, processed/junk foods etc)
- estrogen dominance smoking/other chemical/pharmaceutical addictions
- lack of critical nutrients absorption(minerals, essential fatty acids etc)
- metabolic disorders( under active thyroid, insulin sensitivity etc)
- local injury(for example hip trauma)

Treatments are available in Integrated Laser and Wellness Center (Rockville, MD):
- VelaShape is a revolutionary laser device from Syneron Company provides local cellulite treatments through suction, infrared light and radio frequency heat. It allows destroying fibrosis septum between the fat cells, liquefying fat in fat cells and firming the skin.
- We offer natural detoxification to allow lymph to carry out better all toxic load from the fat cells.
- We help to determine your metabolic/nutritional status to prevent future cellulite/toxicity accumulation.

Usually protocol requires 4-8 sessions. Spring special is $200 per session.
Amount of treatments will be determined at the first session or free consultation.
Acupuncture plus other natural techniques can be added to the protocol if desired to reduce the toxic load ($100-$150 a treatment for a 1-1.5 hour).

For more information, individual assessment and treatment plan please contact Dr. Helena Stefan.

We are looking forward to help you.

Your seasonal and food allergies are directly related to the quality of detoxification process in your body.
Our body is made to detoxify. Today we are dealing with additional work load of environmental pollutants and food chemicals.
The results of over worked detoxification organs are sluggish metabolism, spotty dry skin, brain fog, bloating, diarrhea or constipation, constant congestion or runny nose, menstrual disorder, fatigue, insomnia, headaches.

What is the solution?
Traditional fasting stimulates toxins for removal but not enough to complete liver phase 1 and 2 detoxification process.
It requires certain enzymes, vital nutrition, and functioning intestinal flora.
Basic rules of detox:
- Avoid as many toxins as possible: pharmaceuticals (consult your provider), pesticides, food additives, household chemicals and some cosmetics
-Remove/reduce inflammatory foods such as casein/dairy, gluten/wheat, additives, sugars, alcohol, and trans-fats.
-Include foods to protect against the activated toxins of phase 1 liver detox: high antioxidants foods such as green leafy vegetables, berries. Take antioxidant supplements.
- Include foods for phase 2 liver detox such as fiber, probiotics, sulfur contained vegetables broccoli, cabbage, fish and eggs. Take amino acids cysteine, methionine, taurine and selenium.
-Drink healthy fluids: purified water, diluted fruit juices, fresh prepared vegetable juices, herbal teas.
- Have a mini-fast once a week from 5PM till 7AM. Still drink water. It will allow liver to catch up with detoxification process.
-Improve lymphatic flow through exercise, massage, acupuncture, yoga, chi-gong.
- Reduce stress hormones with rest and sleep. Cortisol is a stress hormone which increases toxic load and slows down metabolism.

For more information, individual assessment and treatment plan please contact Dr. Helena Stefan.

We are looking forward to help you.