November 18, 2020 at 03:06AM We spend most October’s shooting beautiful Thanksgiving spreads to inspire your holiday, but this season has been different. We’ve been making every effort to socially distance as the fall temperatures cool here in L.A., and yet we’ve managed to gather a few beautiful ideas for
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What We’ve Learned About Immunity + Poor Health Outcomes For COVID-19
November 17, 2020 at 12:00AM As we approach flu season and see Covid-19 cases continue to rise, immune health is on everyone’s minds. According to Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Brigid Titgemeier supporting optimal immune health and lowering inflammation are key for improving outcomes of any virus. But knowing the best ways
10-Minute Marinated Olives with Lemon Peel + Herbs
November 16, 2020 at 11:21AM Like any self-respecting foodie, we’re obsessed with olives. And just because we’re going out less, doesn’t mean we’re willing to give up little niceties like a good crudite platter or cheese board piled high with pickled veggies or marinated olives. This year, especially during the
What We’re Learning About The Connection Between Cancer + Obesity
November 13, 2020 at 10:24AM Dr. Jason Fung is the author of The Cancer Code: A Revolutionary New Understanding of a Medical Mystery, a new book that breaks down emerging science on cancer research and pokes holes in our current approach. According to Dr. Fung, cancer researchers may be focusing
5 Quick Home Refreshes Before the Holidays Hit
November 12, 2020 at 10:18PM Home renovations are booming as families at home modify their spaces to better suit their new reality. In lieu of knocking down walls and painting entire rooms, we asked the interior design team at Saffron + Poe in Mill Valley to share a few simpler
Inside The Hemp Harvest On Small American Farms From Oregon To New York
November 12, 2020 at 10:26AM We sometimes forget that, while not a fruit or veggie, CBD and hemp products still come from farms! Do you know where your CBD tincture or pre-rolls were grown or how? As the new CBD industry booms, the sourcing of these powerful and newly legalized
A Daily Facial Massage to Alleviate Jaw Tension, Clenching + TMJ
November 11, 2020 at 11:33AM Who knew that one little low-tech stone could do so much? Ever since we began using a gua sha stone for beauty (see the basic facial here), we’ve been surprised at how unendingly useful it can be for all kinds of physical issues as well.
On Thursdays We Wear Catsuits: 12 Stylishly Comfy Looks To Wear At Home This Fall
November 10, 2020 at 09:10PM What are you wearing at home lately? Some of us have gone from put together to put out, while others have transitioned from pajamas all day to a look with a little more style! We’ve gathered these uber-stylish looks to inspire you out of those
Fighting the Flu: The Surprising Science Behind Old-Fashioned Elderberry Syrup
November 09, 2020 at 11:00AM With immune health front and center this season, we’ve been reviewing the best insights we’ve learned from pros and have been on the hunt for the most reliable immune supports we can find for ourselves and our readers. When it comes to something as serious as
In the Kitchen with the Chef Behind LA’s New Counterpart Vegan
November 09, 2020 at 10:48AM The boom in vegan restaurants just won’t stop. 2020 may have thrown a major wrench in things, but the growth in vegan offerings is still remarkable and, however the restaurant industry evolves from here, we don’t expect the trend to slow down. The latest new spot
Mornings with Jenna Levine of Linne Botanicals
November 09, 2020 at 10:40AM I can’t remember the first time I met Jenna Levine, but I remember when my team did. It was during an indie beauty event in which they all met her, tried her products, and insisted we feature her swearing she was the coolest woman they
Butter, Coffee + Ice Rollers: 8 Ways To Hack Your Freezer For Happiness This Fall
November 06, 2020 at 10:57AM We’ve got a few delicious — and beautifying — ideas to make life a little sweeter at home this fall and holiday season… One | Freezer Fudge Nutritionist Kelly Leveque has been telling us about her ‘freezer fudge’ for years, but for some reason we’d
It’s the Little Things: 5 Ways to Navigate the Holidays Well In 2020
November 05, 2020 at 10:48AM Wise words from long-time contributor Sophie Jaffe, the grounded yogi, radical transparency advocate and superfood chef it seems wellness was made from. We love our community, especially here in L.A. where we’re based and, in a weird week like the one following Election Day 2020
16 New Clean Beauty Products We’ve Tried (And Loved) This Fall
November 04, 2020 at 11:24AM Safe beauty products are the future of personal care — there’s no doubt about it. I’m so proud that we’ve covered clean, natural or green brands only from the very start — and love to watch the clean beauty industry absolutely boom. This fall, our
The Fatigue Solution: 3 Ways to Lengthen Your Breath to Instantly Increase Your Energy
November 03, 2020 at 06:23PM Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh is the author of The Health Catalyst and an Ayurvedic wellness expert on a mission to show that Ayurveda can be a catalyst to achieve optimal wellness in modern life… The Fatigue Solution: 3 Ways to Lengthen Your Breath to Instantly Increase Your Energy The weather
This Is Your Brain On Psychobiotics: Can You Optimize Your Mood with Bacteria?
November 02, 2020 at 01:00AM How are your serotonin and dopamine levels these days? Research carried out in the last few years leaves no room for doubt that bacterial imbalance in the gut not only causes gastrointestinal upset, it also leads to feelings of anxiety, difficulty concentrating, mood disturbance, and
Mornings with Herbalist Adriana Ayales Of Anima Mundi
October 30, 2020 at 09:49AM We’ve been sippin’ on superfood lattes since way before it became a thing. If you’re a devoted Chalkboard reader, chances are you’ve actually got a cup of something mushroomy or cacao-filled as you read this! If you’re new to us and curious why a couple of
All About Halloween’s Full Moon In Taurus 2020 This Weekend
October 30, 2020 at 08:14AM A full moon. On Halloween. In 2020. It’s a lot. And we’re breaking it all down for you to digest with crystal healer, meditation guide and reiki master, Mariah K. Lyons, whose newly published, Crystal Healing for Women is the perfect resource for weeks just like this. Follow
The Smart Girls’ Guide To Home Renovation: 10 Do’s And Don’ts From Somone Who’s Tried It All
October 29, 2020 at 10:12AM There’s really nothing like a good home “before and after”. With all of us at home more often, perhaps you’re hoping to tackle a small home project or wondering if you can finally install that hardware or appliance you’ve been dreaming of. The key, according
Grain-Free Party Mix, Ghee Snack Packs + Seed Butter Energy Balls
October 29, 2020 at 10:00AM Danielle Walker is the queen of grain-free cooking and, when we asked her for a fall snack recipe, she delivered big time! We’re swooning for these three fun snacks, all gluten and grain-free. The caramel snack packs are deliciously indulgent, the party mix is the
Welcome To Your Crisis: How Jen Aniston’s Intuitive Is Helping Us Deal With 2020
October 28, 2020 at 10:12AM Here we are, mid-2020 and leaning on mental health coaches like Laura Day big time. It just so happens that Jen and Brad — as well as Chopra and Dyer — all vouch for Laura’s usefulness which, while not increasing her legitimacy, does actually peak
The 10 Worst Halloween Candies To Avoid (Sorry, Not Sorry)
October 27, 2020 at 05:40PM Most of us are getting accustomed to facing the facts on processed foods and their creepy ingredients. Sure, we’re all for a treat now and then, like a packaged pastry or candy bar we grew up with, but for the most part our taste buds
I Tried the New Skincare Trend With 800+ Five Star Reviews
October 27, 2020 at 10:35AM We see so many clean beauty products. You really can’t imagine. And while it’s a major job perk on one hand, on the other, there are only so many square inches of skin per skincare product to go around. Imagine stepping in to Sephora and
Robin Williams’ Son On Mental Health + The Inspiration Behind His New Endeavor
October 26, 2020 at 09:59AM When the world lost beloved actor and comedian, Robin Williams a few years ago it took a toll on many of us, but none more than his immediate family. It seems that when celebrated performers like Williams suffers in such a public way there’s a
How to Survive This Stress Storm + Heal Yourself Naturally
October 26, 2020 at 09:57AM You may know Naomi Whittel from her New York Times best-selling book on diet and healthy lifestyle. Or perhaps you’ve seen her with Dr. Sanjay Gupta in her role as a trusted “wellness warrior” as she’s been called because of her tireless dedication to fighting
How To Make Homemade Jellies With Cold-Pressed Juices
October 23, 2020 at 11:18AM nothing delivers color therapy quite as well as a line up of cold-pressed juices. Years ago, we asked one of our fave bloggers, Claire Thomas of Kitchy Kitchen, to try making our favorite juices into glowy, translucent juice Jell-O — and, boy, did she deliver. Years
Nancy Silverton On Grilled Cheese, Common Baking Foibles + The Perfect Knife
October 23, 2020 at 10:51AM LA.chef and restaurateur, Nancy Silverton is as beloved as the artisanal bread and pizza she’s helped make famous. First, with the La Brea Bakery which she founded and eventually sold in 2001 and then with legendary LA restaurants Osteria Mozza, Pizzeria Mozza, and Chi Spacca
How To Avoid The 6 Mask-Related Skincare Issues According To Facialists
October 22, 2020 at 11:10AM I mean, we were kind of ahead of the curve publishing these tips for mascne in May — so we thought we’d just put them back up on the page… We know this is not the spring accessory report you were hoping for, but this
Watch This – A Gua Sha Routine For Breast Health
October 21, 2020 at 10:35AM It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we’re sharing all sorts of resources to maximize your health and prevent disease. The ancient practice of gua sha is low tech, high vibe and gives us all the feels. Gua sha facials have transformed our morning routine and now, the
Fall Perfection: Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Rye Cookies
October 20, 2020 at 11:26AM Today we’re talking with the owner of Rye Goods about gluten, grain and all things wellness when it comes to baking. See the interview here and enjoy her infinitely delicious recipe for chocolate chip rye cookies made with brown butter and sea salt… Brown Butter