Holistic

If you clicked into this story, you only want the juicy parts right? A male’s point of view of what it’s like dating in your 40’s.  Read more

The vagina is like an intricate snowflake in all of its unique perfectness: each one is an original work of nature’s art. It is the most wondrous, magnificent feature of the female body, or any body for that matter. Read more

I finally got the courage to start dating about 6 months after I separated from my husband.

We hadn’t filed for divorce yet … but I knew I needed to get out in the dating world. Read more

One of the things that hit me really hard from my separation and subsequent divorce was that a very good friend of mine knew about my husband’s affair. Read more

Wow. I am speechless at the response from last week’s post on divorce after 40. I received mountains of emails, texts, and DM’s not only from people I know, but more importantly, from many women whom I have never met. Read more

I’ll confess: I’m a meat eater. I love a good pork belly, but I consider myself very healthy—I normally eat along the lines of Paleo, and I rar​ely, if ever, eat processed foods. Read more

Every once in awhile, a particular ingredient (edible or otherwise) gets a ton of press and starts appearing in everything from drinks to lotions. Why? Read more

Weekly visits with a shrink used to be the popular strategy for getting a grip on your life. But these days, as the mind-body connection resonates more and more, health coaches are becoming the ally du jour for overhauling your body, your health, and your life. Read more

Garlic can reduce cholesterol. St John’s Wort can treat your depression. Turmeric can reduce inflammation. We read the exciting headlines that cite the latest studies, but are left baffled when we search the web for an herbal supplement only to find an overwhelming amount of products, brands, and preparations. Read more

Love (and lust!) is in the air. That’s good news for dull winter complexions, as it turns out that a Valentine’s Day tryst isn’t just helpful for your mood—sex is great for your skin, too.  Read more

I am a supplement junkie. On any given day you can see me taking anywhere from 5-10 different vitamins or herbs. When I walk down the vitamin and supplement aisle at Whole Foods I read the labels and I’m convinced I need to add them all to my daily routine. Read more

For many of us, the first step on the journey to weight loss is through the gym doors. The glistening and toned physiques at the weight rack, on the treadmills, and in spin class briefly inspire us to think that the best way to shed those stubborn pounds is to lift heavier, run faster, and push harder. Read more