Living

Worried you’re losing your cool and your hair? That’s a scary thought for most women, and a recent post on the blog Eco Pretty caught our attention with its claim […]

Scouring thrift stores and vintage boutiques can mean big style payoffs (and big savings) but let’s face it: The Salvation Army isn’t Saks, and perfect-fit pieces at Goodwill can be […]

Sometimes, couples want to introduce new elements into their sex lives, such as using toys or role-playing, but they may be worried about feeling too self-conscious. I was asked the […]

Laughing robustly to oneself for no apparent reason: It’s a sign of madness, yes? Not if you’re Leigh Meredith. For her, it’s a sign of a life pointed in the […]

At 66, Blue Ridge Yoga instructor Mary Bridle spends time each day reversing the effects of gravity. Whether in the core yoga position Downward-Facing Dog or, as seen here, in […]

Looking for a new form of exercise that doesn’t conjure images of a hamster wheel? How about a little duel? Local musician and violin teacher Kari Caplin went that route […]

Here’s a new one: Tanning beds are good for your health—that is, if you trust a full-page ad placed by the Indoor Tanning Association (ITA) in The New York Times […]

Coughing, sneezing, runny nose—your symptoms aren’t hard to detect, but the reason for them may be. How can you tell if it’s allergies or a cold? Dr. Albert Huber of […]

Navigating the grocery store can be a challenge, especially if you’re trying to develop healthier habits. A personal guide might be just the ticket. Kris Bonham, a wellness coach and […]

In my continuing quest to help my readers become obnoxious wine know- it-alls, thereby hastening my own obsolescence, I hereby present some common vinous misconceptions.