March 05, 2021 at 11:26AM News flash: there is no universal standard for “a healthy diet”. Every body is different. Even among the Blue Zones (places on earth where people live healthily the longest) there are discrepancies in diet. That said, there are many foundational principles of nutrition that serve
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Living Well With Donna Gates: Avocado Smoothies + Fermented Shakes
March 03, 2021 at 01:00PM Let’s call it research. We love learning how other people live well, especially when those people are known for their healthy-living prowess. Donna Gates of Body Ecology, has been guiding us though the topic of gut health for years. It’s the core concept behind her
The Connection Between Insulin Resistance + Alzheimer’s: Everything You Need To Know
March 03, 2021 at 11:00AM Dr. Ayesha Sherzai is the co-director of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University and co-author of The Alzheimer’s Solution: A Breakthrough Program to Prevent and Reverse the Symptoms of Cognitive Decline at Every Age. We asked the neurologist to break down one of
In The Studio with Emerging LA Jewelry Designer Jessica Winzelberg
March 01, 2021 at 11:00AM Color can be deeply therapeutic and a powerful form of self-expression — a thing worth celebrating, indeed. LA-based jewelry designer Jessica Winzelberg makes candy-like creations with natural semi-precious stones as an ode to color; whimsical, but bold just like her California roots. We’re especially enamored
How Do I Know If I Really Have Food Sensitivities?
March 01, 2021 at 10:36AM Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian Brigid Titgemeier has weighed in on some of the most important nutrition topics of 2020-21 with us. As founder of My Food is Health, Brigid is aware of wellness trends on both a macro level and a micro level down to
5 Things To Know About The Full Moon In Virgo This Weekend
February 26, 2021 at 11:22AM Mariah K. Lyons is an author, designer, crystal healer, meditation guide and reiki master based in Los Angeles, CA. She is the founder of the luxury grounding footwear company ASTARA and best-selling author of Crystal Healing for Women. SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE… The Full Moon in February
Remember Jeans? 4 Styles We’re Ready To Climb Back Into
February 26, 2021 at 07:08AM Have you neglected your favorite pair of jeans for the last twelve months? We get it. Even the most formal fashion brands on earth launched loungewear collections in 2020 and we were the most grateful. Despite having become completely accustomed to the feel of fleece
TCM Asks: How’d You Get Your Hair Like That?
February 25, 2021 at 11:24AM A SOLID FIFTEEN PERCENT of our clean beauty research involves being curious (read: nosy) about the women we meet and the products and practices they choose to frequent. Lucky for us and you, we’re immersed in a sea of health and wellness professionals who swear
Laney Crowell Created One of Our Fave Beauty Products Ever
February 24, 2021 at 10:44AM as crowded as the beauty industry is these days, we sometimes wonder why anyone would bother to launch a new makeup brand…and then we try a product like Saie’s new Glowy Super Gel. Saie is one of a strong handful of new brands sweeping in
In The Studio With Pop Artist Alannah Renee Tiller
February 23, 2021 at 11:09AM It’s Black History Month. In honor, we’re profiling three black female artists in their studios whom you can also support through this limited edition collaboration with Pressed Juicery. The labels are beautiful, the flavors include Pressed’s best-sellers and we’ll be following up with the ladies
What’s The Deal with SpiceFruit? The New Weight Loss Supplement Getting So Much Buzz
February 23, 2021 at 10:23AM Wellness renegade Naomi Whittel has become a surprising new resource for us. Through Naomi, we’ve discovered a few of our new go-to supplements like berberine for blood sugar balance and her unique blend of resveratrol and turmeric for major anti-inflammatory benefits. Though we rarely talk
Cafe Gratitude’s Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta with Caramelized Onions
February 22, 2021 at 09:52PM California’s crunchiest cafe, Cafe Gratitude released a cookbook this winter and we’ve been poring over it’s pages. Devotees of the cafes’ clean and thoughtfully-made dishes will fall in love with Love is Served: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes from Southern California full of inventive and delicious recipes. This
Would You or Wouldn’t You: We’re Still Not Sure How We Feel About Face Shields
February 22, 2021 at 11:10AM From underwater cycling to $300 lattes, we cover some of wellness’ weirdest trends in our series, Would You or Wouldn’t You. This week, we’re talking about face shields. We want to know: do you love them, hate them, wear them? Would you or wouldn’t you?
Would You or Wouldn’t You: We’re Still Not Sure How We Feel About Face Shields
February 22, 2021 at 11:10AM From underwater cycling to $300 lattes, we cover some of wellness’ weirdest trends in our series, Would You or Wouldn’t You. This week, we’re talking about face shields. We want to know: do you love them, hate them, wear them? Would you or wouldn’t you?
The Most Important Thing to Do For Your Health in 2021
February 19, 2021 at 11:25AM We’ve been talking with Dr. Mark Hyman about peganism (no, not paganism) since 2018. It’s a hybrid word for paleo-vegan that began as a joke, but quickly solidified into one of the most workable food philosophies we know. He’s finally written a book on the
One of Hailey Bieber’s Favorite Jewelers Also Makes Kick-Ass Avocado Toast
February 19, 2021 at 10:56AM Yes, that is the actual headline. Not long ago, we would’ve rolled our eyes or stuck up our nose at a celebrity headline like this one, until we honestly realized that when we’re cozy at home we click on them too. The truth is, we
Is Bliss The New Buzz? We Tried The Adaptogenic Spritz That Wants To Replace Your Rosé
February 18, 2021 at 11:57AM Last February, I decided I would quit drinking for the foreseeable future. I made that life choice right after an incredible HAIM concert, a diverse portfolio of tequila cocktails, and a misunderstanding about just how different hangovers are in your 30s, rather than in your
5 Mindful Ways to Handle Anxiety While Working From Home
February 18, 2021 at 11:00AM Your inbox is flooding and you’re running late for a Zoom call. Maybe your boss has thrown a new project your way, but all you want to do is curl up in a ball. Anxiety and depression are on the rise as all of us
The 9-To-5 Is Dead: Is It Time To Change the Way We Work?
February 17, 2021 at 11:34AM Annie Auerbach is the founder of cultural trend and insight agency, Starling and author of the new book, FLEX: Reinventing Work for a Smarter, Happier Life. Most of us have had our workdays ‘reinvented’ involuntarily by this pandemic. Is working with a remote team truly
Pancakes, Bagels + Toast: 7 Keto-Friendly Carb Dupes Worth Craving
February 16, 2021 at 10:55AM While we’re not big fans of strict diets in general, adhering to a keto diet requires specific restrictions, most notably reducing carbs to just 5-10% of one’s diet. Tough? Yes. Worth it? Apparently so! Variations of the ketogenic diet are becoming more popular with wellness
In The Studio With Artist Mikenzi Jones of Kenzi Studio Co
February 16, 2021 at 11:08AM Mikenzi Jones is the second artist featured in Pressed’s limited edition Black History Month collection. We’re celebrating with a series of spotlights featuring all three black female artists, each making contributions to their communities in unique ways. Each Tuesday during the month, meet one of
Fake It ‘Til You Make It: 6 Clean Haircare Products We Love For Healthier Hair
February 15, 2021 at 10:46AM neglected your hair lately in that WFH perma-ponytail? We get it. Here are six clean and high-performance haircare products to help you along on your journey to healthier hair. These products will also help you fake it ’til you make it — boosting whatever volume
Ultrarunner Camille Herron On Gut Health, Beer On the Trail + Women On Top
February 12, 2021 at 11:14AM Ultrarunner Camille Herron first caught our attention with her reputation for running with her hair down, drinking beer and eating tacos during ultramarathons. While we don’t necessarily recommend her personal strategies for amateur runners, we have to say we admire her fun and personable approach
Superfood Spotlight: 13 Things to Know About Moringa
February 10, 2021 at 11:00AM If you’re all about adaptogens these days (and who isn’t?) then consider adding this one to the mix: moringa. Known for its ability to boost energy without caffeine and combat the signs of rapid aging, nutrient-dense moringa is a power player in our supplement cabinet.
3 Protein-Rich Smoothies That Taste Like Actual Dessert
February 10, 2021 at 11:00AM When we say “dessert first” we mean, like, before morning coffee.While none of these dessert-inspired, fruitless smoothies actually contain pie, they’re the next best thing to having dessert for breakfast — with a ton of health benefits to boot. If your nutrition struggle has everything
In The Studio With Brooklyn Artist + Wellness Advocate Perryn Ryan
February 09, 2021 at 11:00AM FEBRUARY IS BLACK History Month and this year we’re celebrating with a series of spotlights on three black female artists making contributions to their communities in unique ways. Each Tuesday during the month, we’ll be featuring one of these artists in our In The Studio series,
Tame, Friendly, Wild: Choose Your Own Adventure This Valentine’s Day
February 09, 2021 at 10:52AM How are you spending Valentine’s Day this year? Whether your plans are centered on friends, family or your significant other, we’ve got some ideas for you. No plan at all? Choose your own adventure and make some below… tame: a Pancake morning with the
5 Skincare Devices We’re Now Obsessed with Thanks To Jessica Alba
February 08, 2021 at 02:36AM Over the last year, we’ve been separated almost entirely from our favorite beauty pros. Many facialists, like L.A. skincare guru, Shani Darden showed up for us via incredible skincare tutorials on social media. In a fun Instagram series with devoted client, Jessica Alba, Darden reintroduced
Is It Mascne or Maskne? Our 5 Fave Clean Beauty Products To Help You Deal
February 05, 2021 at 10:53AM First of all, is it maskne or maskne? No one seems to be sure and, to be honest, we wern’t that keen on the word acne to begin with. Regardless, the issue of break outs and skin irritation from wearing a mask all day has
7 Life-Changing Tips Now That You’re Cooking At Home All the Time
February 04, 2021 at 12:00AM Alfia Muziois is an alum from Bon Appetit and the beloved Prune in NYC. Now at the helm of her very own Vestal, a personalized kitchen coaching service, Alfia is ready to be your home cooking sherpa. Start with these infinitely useful tips to help