By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDLaser hair removal has become one of the most popular solutions for unwanted hair, offering a long-lasting alternative to shaving, waxing, and plucking. If you’re considering this treatment, understanding the process from...
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Peptide Therapy Explained: Benefits, Uses and How Treatments Like Semaglutide Work
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDPeptide-based treatments are rapidly gaining popularity as one of the most sought-after options in modern wellness and medical care. These therapies use small, naturally occurring amino-acid chains to signal healing,...
The Truth About Melanotan: Tanning Peptide or More?
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDMelanotan I and Melanotan II are synthetic peptides originally developed to stimulate tanning without sun exposure. Both are non-selective melanocortin receptor agonists, mimicking the natural melanocyte-stimulating...
Fuel, Fix, Fire Up: The Power of NAD⁺ for Energy, Brain Health, and Longevity
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDNicotinamide adenine dinucleotide—fancy name, big impact. NAD⁺ is a coenzyme found in every cell of your body, especially in mitochondria, your cellular “powerhouses.” Think of NAD⁺ as fuel for your cells’ engines. Without...
HRT for Men: Understanding Andropause and Treatment Options
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDAndropause, often called male menopause, is the gradual decline of testosterone in aging men. Unlike female menopause, which happens relatively quickly, andropause develops slowly over years, typically beginning in the...
Morning Erections: What They Reveal About Your Testosterone & Sexual Health
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDMorning erections, scientifically called nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT), occur during REM sleep—the phase when your brain is most active. About 95% of healthy men under 50 experience them regularly. Key triggers...
NightLase: Non-Invasive Laser Treatment for Sleep Apnea & Snoring in Knoxville
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDSleep Apnea is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops or becomes shallow during sleep. This can lead to: Poor sleep quality Low oxygen levels Increased long-term health risks Snoring is often a symptom of sleep apnea...
Beyond Aging: RevitalyzeMD Named Knoxville’s Best of the Best
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDEvery great story begins with a problem. For Dr. Debra Durst, it was seeing patients in traditional medicine repeatedly told to “just get used to it.” As an ER-trained physician and pharmacist, she witnessed firsthand how...
Glycine and Sleep: How This Amino Acid Supports Restful Nights
By Dr. Debra Durst, MD – Founder, RevitalyzeMDSleep isn’t just about quantity—it’s about quality. Falling asleep faster and waking up refreshed depends on many factors, including the nutrients you consume. One often-overlooked supplement is glycine, a naturally...








