As a Nigerian raised in Austin, Texas, I always thought the best things in life were reserved for the ultra-wealthy. But anyone can access joie. Here’s what French people do differently than Americans to cultivate joie de vivre: Without knowing it, my first visit to Paris — a single day of aimlessly wandering around on … Read more
More parents than nonparents say they plan to travel to improve their mental and physical health. Peopleimages | Istock | Getty Images Amusement parks and road trips — this is this stuff many family vacations are made of. But a new survey shows parents increasingly want in on a trend that isn’t often aimed … Read more
“This image of the thin French woman concerns a small portion of individuals,” Casse says, who partially blames shows like Emily in Paris for perpetuating the myth of the monolithic French woman, when French women exist in all kinds of body types. She also points out that genetic and socioeconomic factors largely influence a person’s body size, … Read more
The ketogenic diet is high-fat, moderate-protein and low-carbohydrate. Ketogenic diets make the body produce ketones, which are used as an alternative fuel when blood sugar levels are low. Ketones are produced in the liver from fat, making the ketogenic diet a popular approach to weight loss. There is also evidence emerging that the keto diet … Read more
No matter how old you are, it’s never too late to start eating in a way that gives you the best possible chance of staving off dementia as you age and making sure that you feel focused and sharp every day. As a nutritional psychiatrist, faculty member at Harvard Medical School and author of “This Is … Read more