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Julia McCormack introduces the Summer of Wellness series and more. Photo: Conor Halligan Christina Cuomo Cristina Cuomo: You were appointed Chairman of Southampton Hospital Foundation earlier this year, can you tell us a bit about your background? Julia McCormack: As a child, I spent summers in Southampton and am now fortunate to live here year-round. My father was a physician, so I have always had a strong emphasis on healthcare. My career has focused on the intersection of medical research, education, and advancing community life. I have served as director of both major and major gifts teams at Memorial Sloan…
Fitness is all about balance, which means our favourite foods – like that dreamy chocolate bar – often end up in our mouths and our hearts. But what if you could indulge in chocolate with a little less guilt? Science suggests that using more of the cocoa fruit could help you eat healthier while doing your bit for the planet. Here’s why. A report submitted by the Swiss research university ETH Zurich and published in the journal Nature Food details how cocoa-fruit jelly can be effectively used as an alternative sweetener to powdered sugar, resulting in a range of benefits.…
Collaborative advocacy moves Governor Newsom at age 11Number time Governor Gavin Newsom has reversed proposed budget cuts to the Medical Acupuncture Program for low-income Californians for fiscal year 2024-2025, a major victory for health care providers and advocates who have long championed acupuncture as a key component of comprehensive health care. The initial proposal would have eliminated badly needed acupuncture benefits for millions of low-income recipients, and the governor faced strong backlash from the acupuncture community, Medicare recipients, and members of both the Assembly and Senate. A little history… Acupuncture was legalized in California in 1976 and has been an…
Sarah Jane Ho, a close friend of Netflix’s Be polite Annie Ho (etiquette expert), who runs a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinic in Taiwan and has a background in women’s fashion, wanted to bring the wisdom of TCM to an underserved market: women’s health, to empower women. As consumer interest in both the intimate wellness industry and TCM continues to grow, the duo wanted to create a product that would address this growing demand. “Annie and I have been friends for 10 years,” says Sarah Jane. They met when Sarah Jane was hired by Shanghai Tan (the women’s clothing brand…
In the midst of constant change, it’s easy to feel at the mercy of forces beyond your control. In Buddhist terms, these forces are often The Eight Worldly WindsJoy and pain, praise and blame, fame and worthlessness, success and failure. According to meditation teachers Ethan NichternCombining these opposing forces can help you develop true self-confidence when you face life’s challenges. In his new book, Self-Confidence: Holding Your Seat in Life’s Eight Worldly WindsHe explores how to weather life’s ups and downs with faith and resilience. in Recent Episodes Life is as it is, TricycleEditor-in-Chief James Shaheen and meditation teacher Sharon…
A few freezer tricks and lots of cooking tips are the ingredients for clever summer cooking, so here’s a collection that includes a stunning no-cook berry dish, the ultimate basil pesto and a vibrant watermelon salad.Peach Granita3 glass cups with granitaA surprising dessert made with fruit, ice, and sugar, granita is the old jeans of frozen desserts: comfortable, easy to eat, hassle-free, and texture-friendly. This peach incarnation embodies everything good about summer.Tomatoes stewed with cotija cheeseAn overhead shot of stewed tomatoes on a large plate served with cotija cheeseWarmth is a surprisingly good match for fresh tomatoes. It’s not a…
John Mackey is an entrepreneur, conscious capitalist, co-founder of Whole Foods Market, and CEO and co-founder of Love Life. He served as CEO of Whole Foods Market for 44 years and was a passionate advocate of capitalism as a force for good. He will be inducted into the World Retail Council Hall of Fame in 2022. luckHe has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the “50 Greatest Leaders in the World” by . His latest venture, Love.Life, aims to bring together the power of nutritious food, holistic medicine and precision wellness therapy to achieve optimal, lasting…
In a recent chat with Audacy, G-Eazy He cited “water, sun and nature” as “essential” parts of his daily life, and shared some ways he stays mentally healthy. I’m hearing: G-Eazy discusses the ‘essential’ parts of his mental health routine “Well, I know it sounds simple, but I think it’s really, really important and part of what I try to do is spend time in the park and in nature,” G-Eazy said. “Greenery… I think it’s really important to surround yourself with that in your life, just getting outside and getting some sun,” he continued. “Just something as simple as…
America’s Test Kitchen’s cookbook, “Gatherings: Casual-Fancy Meals to Share,” is packed with recipes perfect for your Fourth of July barbecue. (Photo: Getty Images) Life, liberty, and the pursuit of grilled happiness: these are some of our undeniable culinary rights on the Fourth of July. There are three Independence Day dishes that I always include on my menu this holiday: a perfectly grilled protein (beef or chicken), tasty potatoes, and seasonal fruit served with ice cream. I was getting hungry when I saw the game plan, “Summertime and the Grilling is Easy,” from America’s Test Kitchen’s “Gatherings: Casual-Fancy Meals to Share.”…
The George Washington University and its Division of Student Affairs (DSA) have announced the creation of a new Interfaith Center for Spiritual Life that will begin operations in the fall 2024 semester. The center will be located within the University Student Center and will support and enhance the religious and philosophical diversity of the University by providing opportunities to participate in spiritual life on campus through interfaith exchange, education, service, worship and meditation. With a mission similar to that of its predecessor at George Washington University, the new center seeks to strengthen interfaith and spiritual engagement at George Washington University,…