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I’ve spent years advocating for productivity and efficient time management. I’ve seen countless articles and discussions about the elusive concept of “work-life balance.” I want to challenge that paradigm and propose a new way of thinking: we should stop striving for work-life balance and simply shoot for balance instead. The Myth of Work-Life Balance The term “work-life balance” is inherently flawed. It creates an artificial dichotomy between work and life, as if the two are mutually exclusive. We compartmentalize our existence into two opposing forces, one pulling us towards our professional obligations and the other towards our personal pursuits. This…
As a top Beverly Hills Cedars-Sinai cardiologist, one of my goals is preventative cardiology. I’ve spent my entire adult life obsessing over how to optimize blood flow with my patients to improve bedroom performance, memory and concentration, heart health and energy levels. Hands down, one of the easiest and most beneficial ways to do that is to help your body make more nitric oxide. You can’t actually supplement with nitric oxide itself. Your body needs to make nitric oxide out of component parts. You can help your body do this by providing it with specific vitamins, minerals and herbs scientifically…
Is there anything that screams summertime more than a freshly made lobster roll? This tasty dish, which is said to have originated at a restaurant in Connecticut in the 1920s, has grown in popularity over the years. It’s often made with lobster meat, butter, mayo, and lemon, although there are plenty of different variations out there. These rolls are often served on a New England-style hot dog bun, but don’t be surprised if you see everything from brioche bread to a Kaiser roll being used. Although lobster rolls are most connected with the state of Maine, they can be found…
There’s no science linking aluminum to cancer, dementia, or other serious health conditions. But if you want to avoid aluminum, there are lots of alternatives to try.Lots of folks seem to think aluminum in deodorant or antiperspirants is linked to a litany of serious health conditions like cancer and dementia. But is there any science to back this up? Spoiler: Not really.Here’s everything you need to know about aluminum in deodorant, plus some aluminum-free alternatives.Aluminum isn’t generally found in deodorants, but it is the top ingredient in antiperspirants. Yup! Deodorants and antiperspirants are not the same thing. Deodorants go to…
It may seem counterintuitive because romantic relationships are about intimacy and closeness, but what they really need to thrive and flourish is space. Happy, romantic relationships need space or one or both partners can feel suffocated, controlled, and dominated. Belgian psychotherapist Esther Perel discusses this topic extensively both in Ted Talks and her book Mating in Captivity. She found on the one hand, humans need security, predictability, and safety. But on the other, they need adventure, novelty, and mystery. In other words, people need space to be themselves and space to be apart. Space is respectful and can keep…
You may have heard of Surya, L.A.’s most prominent Ayurvedic spa, through some of Hollywood’s most visible wellness advocates or here on TCM. I thought I knew everything about wellness, but I hadn’t truly lived until I completed a day of panchakarma at Surya Spa.One single day at Surya transformed my entire approach to mind-body connection.Like most L.A. wellness devotees, a visit to Surya was on my wellness bucket list. Something I thought I would cross off my list in my later, more actualized years. But during my time in Mexico at Rancho La Puerta, I came across a glowing…
The Best Face Moisturizers for Men 2023, Tested by Dermatologists and Experts<p>The best moisturizers for men should contain ingredients to help strengthen and protect the skin, not just keep it hydrated. Ohio-based dermatologist <a href=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-stierman-76040814/” target=”_blank”>Sarah Stierman</a>, M.D. recommends multi-tasking moisturizers that contain “niacinamide which is an anti-inflammatory B vitamin that can help stave off blemishes in oiler skin, hyaluronic acid which draws water and holds moisture against the skin, and ceramides which are lipids that help with barrier repair and soothing the skin—very important when you’re shaving regularly.” And, of course, broad-spectrum <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/grooming/g38214428/best-spf-moisturizer-for-men/” target=”_blank”>SPF moisturizer</a> to protect against…
Normally, shoppers head out to the grocery store in order to buy food to make at home. But that’s been changing lately, as more grocery chains have been offering in-store dining options. This makes the supermarket a one-stop shop for people who need to stock up on groceries, but maybe don’t want to cook that day. It’s not just quick food-court snacks, either, although who can complain about those? These chains, now becoming a place to gather rather than just to finish some errands, offer a wide array of options, from quick-service gelato and coffee to elegant sit-down dining. Here…
I’ve been combatting depression and anxiety for most of my life. But once I became a mom, I felt the strain of those issues more intensely. At first, I was overwhelmed, sleepless, and constantly fatigued by the toll my mental health was taking on me, coupled with the constant demands of new motherhood. It took me years to figure out what I really needed during times of struggle—which, often, was to ask for help. Fast-forward 12 years, and I’m now a single mom of two. I’ve had to adjust how I care for myself once again. While I’m only a…
There is an abundance of information about how anxiety impacts our health—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Anxiety can cause periods of panic, feelings of fear or overwhelm, and a general sense of unease and tension. It can take over your thoughts and bleed into many areas of your life. Have you considered how anxiety destroys relationships with those closest to you? If you are feeling a strain on your relationship, anxiety may be playing a role. Could your anxiety (or your partner’s) be putting your relationship at risk? Here’s how and why anxiety destroys relationships, and what you can do to…