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Dr. Oz Shares His Personal Photos From Childhood To Oprah Years

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Before he became known as one of Oprah's trusted experts and the host of "The Dr. Oz Show," Mehmet Oz was a kid growing up in Delaware with his Turkish parents and two sisters. See Dr. Oz before he ever wore scrubs in this look back at some of his most treasured personal photos, from childhood to his first tapings with Oprah.

Istanbul, Turkey
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"Me with my mom (who looks likes my daughter Daphne)."
Atlanta, Georgia
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"Looking cool in my first car."
Upstate New York
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"Standing by the lake in upstate New York where my father was studying tuberculosis at one of the nation's last sanitariums."
Wilmington, Delaware
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"I hate raking leaves because I spent my childhood doing just that!"
Wilmington, Delaware
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"My school photo from Alexis I. duPont public school."
Wilmington, Delaware
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"Backyard basketball when I was in high school."
Delaware
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"DFRC Blue-Gold All-Star Football Game in 1978."
Cambridge, Massachusetts
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"Original 'Harvard Facebook' photo. Note the sternocleidomastoid muscles!"
Cambridge, Massachusetts
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"Graduating in Harvard Yard with Dad in 1982."
Istanbul, Turkey
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"Spending the summer in Istanbul after graduating college. The Bosporus, which divides Asia from Europe, is in the background."
Cambridge, Massachusetts
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"An early date with Lisa. I had just graduated college, and we went back for the Harvard-Yale game. Notice my cool letterman sweater, which was stolen by my daughter Zoe this year."
Chicago, Illinois
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"Celebrating with Oprah after early show tapings in 2004."
Chicago, Illinois
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"Celebrating with Oprah after early show tapings in 2004."
Chicago, Illinois
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"Toasting champagne after the announcement that we would launch my own show in 2009."DoctorOz.com


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Before You Go

Dr. Oz's Favorite Feel-Good Tips
Let Your Face Guide You(01 of12)
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One of the best ways to know if you’re eating right -- or if something in your diet is reacting strangely with your body-- is by looking at your face. If it looks bloated, you’re probably allergic to something you ate in the last 12 hours. (credit:Getty)
Reduce Hunger With Acacia Powder(02 of12)
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This powder, made from the bark of the acacia tree, is a shakable fiber. Sprinkle it onto your meals to feel full faster. (credit:Getty)
Add Superfoods To Your Diet(03 of12)
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Not only are superfoods tasty, but they’re packed with extra good-for-you benefits. Some of Dr. Oz’s favorites include coconut oil, eggs, sweet potatoes and red wine. (credit:Getty)
Delay Aging(04 of12)
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Know your blood pressure. For 1/3 of Americans, it’s too high. Beware of toxins like alcohol, cigarettes and fatty foods that you allow into your body. Eat more of the fruits and vegetables that you love. Get in more physical activity that you enjoy -- whether it’s a walk after dinner, a dance class or a weekend bike ride. (credit:Getty)
Build Muscle Mass(05 of12)
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Weight lifting isn’t just for men! Building muscle mass is important in women, especially as you age and the ovaries make less estrogen and testosterone. Strength training will also help burn more calories and reduce that pooch in your stomach. (credit:Getty)
Identify Food Triggers(06 of12)
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Identify what prompts you to munch on unhealthy food. Do you find yourself reaching for a bag of chips when you're stressed at work? Are you mindlessly eating those cookies because you're bored? The next time you reach for food to comfort you, think about the real reason you’re choosing it. Then picture your goal weight to help you resist temptation. (credit:Getty)
Don’t Skip The Sunblock(07 of12)
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Before leaving the house, apply sunblock on your face and hands. Those are the areas where signs of aging are most visible. For arms and legs, wait 10 minutes after being outside to apply so that you get the vitamin D benefits from sunlight. Choose a zinc or titanium-based sunscreen, which last longer than chemical versions. (credit:Getty)
Squeeze In A Quick Workout(08 of12)
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If you have time for just one quick exercise move, Dr. Oz recommends working on your pull-up technique to tone your core muscles. Do you prefer yoga? Dr. Oz’s go-to move is the sun salutation, which helps you keep you limber, strengthens your balance, and revs up your heart rate. (credit:Getty)
Minimize Stress To Avoid Premature Aging(09 of12)
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Stress is the main thing that causes people to prematurely age -- and it comes in many forms, like anger or feeling as though you aren’t in control. For a quick way to ease stress, do a deep breathing exercise. Put your right hand on your stomach, inhale and count to 8. For the first 4 seconds, push your stomach out. For the last 4 seconds, push your stomach back in while pulling your belly button towards your spine. Do this 10 times. (credit:Getty)
Drink Coffee The Right Way(10 of12)
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Coffee is a great source of antioxidants -- if you do it right. Stick to regular coffee and away from calorie-laden coffee “drinks.” Skip the extra sugar and cream, and try to drink before 3 p.m., or you might have trouble falling asleep. For an added boost at the gym, sip a bit before working out. (credit:Getty)
Steer Clear Of Fried Foods(11 of12)
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One of the biggest culprits of the obesity epidemic is French fries. Fried foods shouldn’t be on your menu. Make baked versions of foods like fries, potato chips and chicken. (credit:Getty)
Don’t Skip Meals(12 of12)
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Skipping meals can cause your body to store more fat -- your body thinks it’s starving and makes it harder to burn calories. Instead of eating three main meals a day, opt for several smaller meals and healthy snacks throughout the day. (credit:Getty)
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