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Each week in this series, we’ll feature MarionMade!’s stories about amazing people, places, products and programs in the Marion community. To read more positive stories about Marion or share your own, visit marionmade.org or on social media.Melissa Jolliffe turned to Turning Point five years ago when she wanted to escape an abusive relationship.”I didn’t have to stay at a shelter, but the people there were so kind. They guided me, provided resources and helped me get to the next step,” she said.A friend invited her to a POUND fitness class, which helped Melissa take another step in her recovery.”It was…

A culinary and wellness retreat hosted by MasterChef champion Irini Tzortsoglu and Pilates practitioner Hilary Crospie. Irini’s ninth retreat promises to be the most exciting yet. Choosing to collaborate with Pilates practitioner and retreat guest Hilary Crosby, guests will not only benefit from the usual culinary and cultural experiences that characterise my retreats, but they will also receive physical wellbeing in the form of five Pilates sessions during a week-long stay at Villa Dinali on the outskirts of Marrakech, at a time when most people in the UK are craving sun and warmth. Swimming, relaxation, hammam and massages as…

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court recently ruled that five Ayurvedic products manufactured and sold by Himami and Emami — Navratna Oil, Gold Turmeric Cream, Boroplus Antiseptic Cream, Boroplus Heat Rash Powder and Sona Chandi Chyawanprash — are classified as medicines and not cosmetics. The Court dismissed the appeal of the Revenue Department and upheld the view of the assessees (Himami and Emami) that the products were drugs and not cosmetics under the Andhra Pradesh General Sales Tax Act, 1957. The court examined the products’ ingredients, marketing claims and regulatory licenses and determined that they were not merely cosmetic or toiletry…

Looking for Pilates moves to strengthen your core? You’ve come to the right place! It’s no secret that Pilates workouts are all the rage right now, with the popularity of wall Pilates classes and reformer Pilates alike. But this isn’t a passing fad. For over 100 years, top performers and everyday people alike have followed the teachings of founder Joseph Pilates to stretch, pulse and breathe to improve their physical and mental health. Honestly, there’s no better way to strengthen and tone your core.If you’ve tried Pilates exercises, it’s safe to say you’re in good company: Andy Murray is seen…

We have been consuming plants for health and wellness for thousands of years, either eating them or using them in drinks, tinctures and salves to obtain health benefits beyond their culinary value. The flowers of many plants have also been used for a long time, but today with the growing interest in functional health (maintaining health, not just treating problems when they arise) there are more and more ways to utilize flowers.The flower’s resurgence is rooted in its various medicinal properties. “Flower extracts contain bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids and essential oils, that contribute to their therapeutic effects,” says Irina…

We have been consuming plants for health and wellness for thousands of years, either eating them or using them in drinks, tinctures and salves to obtain health benefits beyond their culinary value. The flowers of many plants have also been used for a long time, but today with the growing interest in functional health (maintaining health, not just treating problems when they arise) there are more and more ways to utilize flowers.The flower’s resurgence is rooted in its various medicinal properties. “Flower extracts contain bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids and essential oils, that contribute to their therapeutic effects,” says Irina…

If you’re looking to plump, smooth skin, retinol might be your new best friend. This magical ingredient has the power to transform your complexion and dramatically reduce the visible signs of aging. Luckily, Amazon is heavily discounting its skin care products ahead of Amazon Prime Day, with LilyAna Naturals Retinol Serum now at just $15, nearly half the usual price of $28. This affordable beauty product is, of course, infused with retinol to smooth the look of wrinkles and fine lines and even out skin tone and texture. Plus, retinol’s perfect companion, hyaluronic acid, deeply hydrates, and aloe vera soothes…

For the past few months, I’ve started my day the same way every day: with a tablespoon of that nasty-tasting, gold-colored gel.Its texture can best be described as lumpy Vaseline, and it leaves a strong, pungent chemical aftertaste that can only be washed away with strong black coffee.What may sound like a quack drug remedy from the 1800s is actually a 17-pound health supplement made from moss harvested from the shores of the Caribbean island of St. Lucia.This gel, known as sea moss, may not win any awards for its taste, but I believe it has changed my life.Since I…

We often find ourselves scrolling through our phones for hours without realizing it, or sitting down to do our homework only to be overcome by the urge to check notifications or look at the screen every five minutes. When these trends get worse, I cut back on certain apps and delete them for a few weeks to reset and focus on other things. At first, I think about it now and then, wondering what I’m missing or wanting to share an interesting thought online, but after a week, it’s gone. Time I used to spend scrolling is now reallocated to…

Journey to the sacred footprints of Lord Buddha in Bihar and other important sites in his life and teachings, visit Jain temples across Maharashtra, some dating back centuries, immerse yourself in the spirituality of Sikhism’s holiest temple, the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or explore Delhi’s Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India and a symbol of Mughal architectural splendor. People are flocking to tourist sites of historical and cultural significance across religions and various stakeholders involved are taking appropriate steps to capitalise on this trend. For instance, the Uttar Pradesh government is…