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Rajani Katta MD

Feb 15, 20174 min read

Preventing winter hands and hand eczema

Even in Houston, many of my patients experience winter hands. They're fine in the summer, but when winter arrives it's a different...

Foods that make acne worse: more than just chocolate and fried greasy foods

Rajani Katta MD

Feb 4, 20174 min read

Foods that make acne worse: more than just chocolate and fried greasy foods

Foods with refined carbohydrates and added sugars can lead to rapid rises in blood sugar, which may worsen acne in some people Can...

Spices such as turmeric may help protect against sun damage

Rajani Katta

Feb 3, 20172 min read

Spices such as turmeric may help protect against sun damage

While spices are prized for their wonderful flavors, many ancient cultures also used spices for their health-promoting properties. ...

Why I Recommend the Shingles Vaccine for Those Who Are 60 Years and Older

Rajani Katta MD

Jan 28, 20173 min read

Why I Recommend the Shingles Vaccine for Those Who Are 60 Years and Older

The rash of shingles, which usually blisters, can be intensely painful. Are you over the age of 60? Or are your parents? Then you need to...

For radiant skin, eat fruits and vegetables rich in beta-carotene

Rajani Katta MD

Jan 17, 20172 min read

For radiant skin, eat fruits and vegetables rich in beta-carotene

As we age, our skin changes. That's a simple, basic concept. The details of how our skin changes, on the other hand, are far more...

The Monday morning beauty hangover: allergic reactions to manicures, shellac nails, and hair dye

Rajani Katta MD

Jan 7, 20174 min read

The Monday morning beauty hangover: allergic reactions to manicures, shellac nails, and hair dye

I call it the Monday morning beauty hangover. And it's the last thing you'd expect. You head into the beauty salon on Saturday for a...

Using supplements to treat eczema: what you need to know

Rajani Katta MD

Dec 22, 20164 min read

Using supplements to treat eczema: what you need to know

Eczema can be an incredibly frustrating and challenging skin condition. There's no cure. The treatments have potential side effects....

Winter skin: how to prevent the dry, cracked skin of winter

Rajani Katta MD

Dec 8, 20162 min read

Winter skin: how to prevent the dry, cracked skin of winter

This is what can happen to skin that's left to air dry: dry, cracked surfaces. As the temperature drops outside, and the heat comes on...

The connection between skin health and blood glucose levels

Rajani Katta MD

Nov 30, 20162 min read

The connection between skin health and blood glucose levels

Studies have shown that elevated blood glucose levels may be linked to an older appearance. We've made so many advances in dermatology,...

For Youthful Skin, Focus on a High Nutrient Diet

Rajani Katta MD

Nov 16, 20163 min read

For Youthful Skin, Focus on a High Nutrient Diet

Foods that are rich in Vitamin C, such as broccoli, are linked to more youthful skin I was speaking to the mother of a friend, and I was...

The Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Collagen Damage

Rajani Katta MD

Nov 3, 20162 min read

The Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Collagen Damage

CINNAMON DOES MORE THAN JUST FLAVOR YOUR OATMEAL-IT MAY ACT TO HELP SAVE COLLAGEN FROM THE DAMAGING EFFECTS OF SUGAR Can spices help...

The Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Sun Damage

Rajani Katta MD

Oct 25, 20162 min read

The Power of Spice: How Spices May Protect Against Sun Damage

Spices such as turmeric may act to protect our skin from sun damage While spices are prized for their wonderful flavors, many ancient...

Preventing skin aging: Why antioxidant-rich foods are so important

Rajani Katta MD

Oct 4, 20163 min read

Preventing skin aging: Why antioxidant-rich foods are so important

Foods that are rich in antioxidants can help protect skin from the damaging effects of free radicals. Better skin from the inside out. In...

Power fats: they may help moisturize skin from the inside out

Rajani Katta MD

Sep 11, 20162 min read

Power fats: they may help moisturize skin from the inside out

Moisturize your skin from the inside out. When I first heard that idea, I almost laughed. As a dermatologist, I'm very aware of the...

Eat the right foods to preserve youthful collagen

Rajani Katta MD

Aug 12, 20163 min read

Eat the right foods to preserve youthful collagen

The fiber and protein in power carbs like lentils can help keep blood sugar levels steady, one of the keys to preserving youthful...

Tomatoes can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of UV radiation

Rajani Katta MD

Aug 2, 20162 min read

Tomatoes can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of UV radiation

We're all exposed to a certain degree of ultraviolet (UV) radiation daily, whether that's from outdoor sun exposure or from UV radiation...

Can your diet fight skin aging and help protect against sun damage? Yes it can.

Rajani Katta MD

Jul 25, 20163 min read

Can your diet fight skin aging and help protect against sun damage? Yes it can.

Are there foods that can help protect against sun damage? Absolutely. I've performed skin exams on thousands of patients, and one...

This is why I don't recommend "natural" skin care products

Rajani Katta MD

Jul 7, 20164 min read

This is why I don't recommend "natural" skin care products

I've noticed a definite trend in the last five years. More and more of my patients with sensitive skin and eczema are reporting that...

Foods to avoid when you're dealing with acne: sugar and refined carbohydrates top the list

Rajani Katta MD

Jun 8, 20163 min read

Foods to avoid when you're dealing with acne: sugar and refined carbohydrates top the list

What kind of foods do you think about when you think about foods that are bad for your skin? With acne, many people focus on fried,...

Does your wedding ring make you itch? It might be a nickel allergy, and here's what you can do.

Rajani Katta MD

Apr 27, 20164 min read

Does your wedding ring make you itch? It might be a nickel allergy, and here's what you can do.

Even wedding rings can trigger allergic reactions When you start to develop a red, itchy patch right underneath your wedding ring, it's...

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