As a society we’ve unfortunately been conditioned to focus on the number on the scale as an indicator of how physically healthy or fit we are. No matter whether the scale is your best friend or worst enemy, there are actually better ways to find out what is going on in your body – one of […]
I have been a side sleeper for as long as I can remember. Much like being right-handed, only being able to fall asleep when I’m curled up like a gigantic fetus feels like an innate, unchangeable function of my body. I couldn’t fall asleep on my back or stomach if you paid me. So you […]
The word reiki is a Japanese word for “universal life force energy.” But what is reiki, exactly? Reiki is a subtle energy therapy, commonly practiced by light touch or “layering on of hands,” either gently on the body (if patient allows) or slightly above it, bringing the hands within the auric field and other koshas […]
As a psychiatrist, patients naturally ask me a ton of questions about medication. (I’m glad—it’s what I’m there for!) When it comes to antidepressants, a lot of people are particularly concerned about “antidepressant withdrawal,” a colloquial term often used to describe what’s medically known as antidepressant discontinuation syndrome (ADS). A lot of times, this question […]
Since we’re always testing the latest in fitness and wellness, it should come as no surprise that we take a certain thrill in curating the best fitness gifts every year. On our list this season, you’ll find lots of our Fitness Award winners from this year sprinkled throughout, as well as some other recent fitness-related […]
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No matter why you work out, your success depends on what you do after your workout and before. So the next time you reach for a snack before you start exercising, think about whether it’s really a good idea. Keep reading to find out what you should think about before a workout to get the […]
The Chanel Holiday 2019 Les Ornements de Chanel collection has launched and it has some beautiful pieces I want to wear for the rest of the holiday season! The powder products have the prettiest embossed patterns that look like ornaments. Texture, quality, pigment and lasting power are impressive with all items. I have swatches of […]