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subscribers, and Vimeo views. Never before have we witnessed such an epic change in our society of who really influences who.

For many years Hollywood chased and found “talent” at parties, restaurants, casting calls, malls, and through personal introductions. Those days are gone!

It’s all about social media and it’s getting more important to be noticed and “liked” than ever before. To make a point, technology is giving actors from everywhere a chance to be noticed, and talent agents are spending more time than ever online looking for the next “star.”

What strikes me as truly amazing is the age range of the most recognized influencers and it is from 14 to 26 years. To mention a few: Zendaya, Kylie Jenner, Michelle Phan, Brittany Mota, and Nash Grier. They are not technology professionals but they are using technology to their fullest advantage, and its working!

Importantly, the ageless drive for youth and beauty are a big part of our DNA. In our hearts, we know this to be true but let’s not forget to add great health to the list. We want what we want, and we want what we want faster than ever. Where all this is going is anyone’s guess but the pace is only picking up, and not slowing down.

Being online and mobile is supposed to make us more “connected,”… but are we really?

My message, and perhaps my Ministry, is one of encouraging you to take time for family and friends, to exercise, and to find a good doctor before you really need one. On a final note, please read the interview on our cover celebrity, the beautiful and charming Priyanka Chopra. We welcome this multi-talented actress⁄singer⁄ writer to our country and look forward to seeing much more of her.

Stay tuned—and thank you for allowing me to let my passion show.

Ken Meares Publisher, New You Media

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THE POWER TO SHINE Quantico star Priyanka Chopra gets prime-time tough—but her inner strength and commitment to girls’ education is no act.

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Giving is good—but knowing how and where to give is better. We vetted 11 tried-and-true charities who give holiday cheer to the people and places who truly need help.

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COVER: PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW MACPHERSON. STYLING: SOPHIA BANKS. HAIR: SAM LEONARDI USING NEUTROGENA HAIR CARE AT TRACEY MATTINGLY. MAKEUP: EDWARD CRUZ FOR CHANEL.

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from our medical editor

each day in my medical practice i see new patients with a diminished

quality of life due to degenerative disease. I treat once-competent CEOs for memory loss, accomplished professionals dependent on oxygen, and former athletes living in chronic pain due to arthritis. At the same time I am faced with exhausted spouses who have become caretakers rather than enjoying the retirement they planned. With our aging population and environmental issues, this is becoming an all-too familiar scenario.

All of these patients have in common that they would gladly trade their fortunes for better health, and more time. These patients can be helped with advanced regenerative medicine, but never to the level of function and vitality that could have been enjoyed with valid preventive strategies.

At New You, our commitment has always been to serve as an unbiased resource for the best information, products, and services for health, wellness, and beauty. We are proud to announce that our New You web portal will be expanding over the coming months to provide our readers with even more real-time information regarding the latest and greatest evidence for living well. This web expansion will include a library on a number of health topics, social media outreach to have you instantly in the know, and thoughtful blog posts that will keep you up to date on all the current health trends and topics. Health is our most valuable asset and it is never too late (or too early, for that matter) to take steps toward optimum health. It is my hope that you take advantage of all that we have to offer.

Sharon McQuillan, M.D. Medical Editor, New You smcquillan@newyou.com

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By refusing to succumb to challenges, nine women—the cofounders of SU2C— have emerged as a formidable force in the fight against cancer.

They’ve overpo wered naysayers, challe nged scientists to work togeth er, and used their combined moxie to raise hundreds of millions to move the cancer resear ch needle forward. by Ruchel Louis Coetzee

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London-born and LA-based, he discovered photography at age 13. He was expelled from school at 15; by 20, he was assisting the top photographers of the day, which opened the door to magazines like Vogue and Bazaar.

Now focused on entertainment, Macpherson has two photo-books published, Two Million Miles and 10 Years With P!nk, both of which showcase journeys made with a camera.

In 2015 he published his first non-photography book, A Question of Spirit, which is a personal exploration on the nature of both spirit and the reality we live in.

At a young age Lisi’s passion for color and design was noted when her parents gave her complete freedom to draw and create on her bedroom walls, which led to the study of interior design, photography, and commercial art. Twenty years later and living in NYC, Lisi is inspired by the city’s diversity and artistic culture that is so noticeable in her work. “I’m interested in how colors, shapes, and textures play.

When I’m styling I don’t impose an idea or shape. It evolves until it surprises me.”

is a California-based journalist who contributes health and beauty articles, as well as celebrity profiles, to a number of national media outlets. Her stories have appeared in O, NBCNews.com, More, CNNMoney.com, and many other publications.

An award-winning writer, Childers lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, son, and rescue dog. When she’s not conducting interviews or writing features, she enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, and attending San Francisco Giants games.

Nowadays it seems we get our news in sound bites and information from the internet. How refreshing it was to read an in-depth article on the war on cancer. Not only was it well written, but it was extremely factual, and most of all easy to understand. It just goes to show you, you can never underestimate the power of a few determined women. Combining clout and a clever approach, they have attacked cancer in a way that is novel and noteworthy. To get the FDA to approve any kind of treatment is a long and arduous process; to get them to approve two treatments was a miracle. Getting scientists to collaborate was a real coup, thus enabling new therapies to get to patients sooner rather than later. It seems when entertainment and media moguls meet medical mavens, something magical happens. We can only hope that maybe in the not-toodistant future, cancer will be a thing of the past.

FEEDBACK: WHAT DID YOU THINK OF THE LATEST ISSUE OF NEW YOU? Love the interview with @ParisHilton in @NewYouMedia She’s so awesome. A real angel —Marion @NewYouMedia #TY for writing an accurate account of #TheRealParis. There are so many incorrect #perspective & misconceptions out there. It’s nice to see someone pen an objective view.—Corey W. Love my new cover story with @NewYouMedia #BossLife —Paris Hilton Gentlemen, @NewYouMedia says ladies are swiping your #Menaji #menskincare! P.S. @ParisHilton looks gorgeous on cover! —Menaji Skincare We love seeing @ParisHilton’s gorgeous face on the cover of @NewYouMedia!! —Life & Style

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C HA RCOA L CHA RM , IC E L AN DIC SK IN CAR E , H O L IDAY G IFT S & MO R E !

MAD FOR METALLICS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Bobbi Brown Limited Edition Sequin Eye Shadow in Star Beam ($36, bobbibrowncosmetics.com) Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Metallic Dusty Rose ($32, stilacosmetics.com) Gucci Magnetic Color Shadow Mono in Iconic Ottanio ($37, bloomingdales.com) Merle Norman Brilliant Dimension Eye Shadow in Night Divine ($15, merlenorman.com) Bodyography Cream Shadow in Glisten ($20, bodyography.com) Laura Mercier Baked Eye Colour-Wet/Dry in Black Karat ($24, sephora.com) Osmosis Colour Water Color Eyeshadow in Amethyst ($14, skintrends.com)

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Revlon Pro Collection One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler What is it: A super lightweight blow dryer that offers the power of a dryer and styler in one.

Don’t put your primping on ice— plump up your beauty pantry with these seasonal musts.

What it does: Using just one hand, it dries and styles hair in a jiff.

By Samantha Boden

Where to find it: $50, walmart.com

Ever wanted to show off your stylish outfit on Instagram but afraid to share an awkward selfie? With Chic Sketch, you can get an arty rendition of your “outfit of the day” at the touch of a button. Simply upload your look to the app and receive a hand-drawn sketch. ($10 per sketch, iOS and Google Play).

Who says you’re not a work of art?

BEAUTY QUEEN Sometimes a girl just wants to get her makeup done, but it can cost a pretty penny. Blushington is the first makeup lounge where consumers can get professional makeup done without the beauty-counter pressure to buy products. The chic makeup bar uses brands like Stila, Kevyn Aucoin, and Temptu, and has a look-book with “no-makeup” makeup looks to runway ready. There’s also makeup classes, faux-lash applications, waxing services, and more. The best part: It’s wallet friendly. Locations in California, Texas, and New York. Prices start at $55 in NYC. Visit blushington.com.

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TRAVEL LIGHTLY

The Bésame Cosmetics Classic Color Lipstick Matches includes five red “sticks” that can be used up to three times each. Packaged in a matchbook, these sticks leave a semi-matte finish and are available in five shades ($6, sephora.com).

If you’re always traveling, it can be a pain to pack your products since they can easily push that 50 pound checked-bag limit. Pocket-sized Adventuress’ skincare swipes are for one time use using the clever pocketed design. The collection includes a cleanser ($24), sunscreen ($33), and moisturizing swipes ($38). Prices are for a 24 pack (goadventuress.com). Most perfume bottles aren’t under the TSA 3.4oz rule, so it’s hard to bring along your fave. The Travalo Milano refillable fragrance spray is the perfect solution, refilling directly from a standard perfume bottle ($49, us.travalo.com). Squeeze Pod (squeezepod.com), an all-natural line of leak-proof, single-use toiletries, will lighten your load. The line includes shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shaving cream, toilet odor eliminator, and more. Prices vary.

Crabtree & Evelyn Fruit & Botanicals Hand Therapy Tin comes with three different lotions, much needed during the drying winter months. This trio of super moisturizing lotions comes in three lovely scents: avocado, olive and basil; citron, honey, and coriander; and pomegranate, argan, and grapeseed ($24, crabtree-evelyn.com).

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New luxury beauty line, Victoria Duke Beauty, comes with empowering messages of hope and encouragement.

The Beauty Queen set comes with a cute makeup bag and everything needed to bring out your best ($199, victoriadukebeauty.com).

The all-natural foot exfoliant, Baby Foot, makes feet as smooth as a newborn’s.

Slip on the booties for one hour to gently eliminate dead skin, which will begin to peel three to seven days after application. It’s a bit icky but that’s the price of touchable tootsies. ($25, babyfootusa.com).

Le Mieux Collagen Peptide Serum’s powerful combination of hyaluronic acid, ceramides, marine algae, and four skin-contouring peptides, refine the look of sagging facial contours ($85, myskincarebox.com).

ON DEMAND In today’s world, almost anything can be delivered at the touch of a button. Now celebrity makeup artists and hairstylists can, too. BeGlammed is an on-demand app where users can book their own personal beauty squad and get pampered at home, the office, or any location. Available in 10 cities in the U.S. with more to come. Prices start at $40 for hair, $60 for makeup; app available for iOS and Google Play. PRIV is a one stop shop for all your beauty and wellness needs. Professional services such as haircuts, nails, massages, spray tans, customized personal training, and yoga, are delivered to your door. Currently available in six cities with more on the way. Prices vary by service. Visit gopriv.com for information.

LING Skincare’s SparkLING makeover mask uses carboxy technology to bring oxygen to the surface of the face to revitalize and firm the skin.

The gel mask increases oxygen levels resulting in clearer skin, less blemishes, and a youthful glow ($80, lingskincare.com).

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FDA-cleared HairMax LaserBand 82 cradles the scalp with 82 medicalgrade lasers, employing light energy to revitalize hair follicles and stimulate glamorous growth ($795, hairmax.com).

Paraben-free LASHout Eyelash Enhancing Serum livens up lashes in two weeks ($90, ampmedicalproducts.com).

WINTER WONDERS

This avalanche of beauty finds will keep you glowing, hydrated, and relaxed when the chill is on.

By Samantha Boden

LiftLab Lift + Fix is a restorative serum to help reduce and calm inflammation. It’s the perfect solution for turning blotchy cheeks to rosy ones ($110, theliftlab.com).

LifeCell All-in-One Anti-Aging Treatment reduces the apperance of wrinkles and is hypoallergenic ($189, lifecellcream.com).

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Mybody Glowbiotics Probiotic Instant Resurfacing Pads reveal youthful skin and imitate the results of a clinical peel with consistent use ($49, mybodyskincare.com).

Not pictured: Get a winter glow with Tropic Spa easy-to-use home spray tan. Apply in 12 seconds and your bronze develops over five to eight hours ($300, tropicspatan.com).

Celebrity wedding planner David Tutera’s Mon Cheri by Solo One Step Starter Kit is available in 47 colors and lasts up to two weeks ($60 for nudes kit, davidtuteragelpolish.com).

ESSIO aromatherapy diffuser turns your shower into a relaxing spa instantly. Simply attach the arm to your shower, insert one of six pod’s available, like breathe, passion, or unwind, and be transported ($45, essioshower.com).

The Air Patrol BB cream eyelid primer from Benefit Cosmetics contains SPF 20 to shield eyelids from smoke, sun, and toxins ($29, benefitcosmetics.com).

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1. Fig+Yarrow black clay mask helps sweep away skin-aging chemicals and oil. Add the powder to your favorite liquid (water, yogurt, honey) and apply to skin ($18, figandyarrow.com).

2. Boscia Charcoal Deep-Pore Cleansing Stick Treatment gets its way into those hard-toreach spots to remove dirt and oil ($28, sephora.com).

-George Gordon Byron

3. Sephora Collection Detox It Out Charcoal Swabs remove makeup in unreachable places ($3, sephora.com).

4. Earth Therapeutics Purifying complexion brush contains bamboo charcoal to cleanse and open pores. It’s sensitive-skin friendly, too ($12, earththerapeutics.net).

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5. Yes to Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Cleanser exfoliates skin and wards off future breakouts ($10, target.com).

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6. Origins Clear Improvement Purifying Charcoal body wash gives the body a good cleansing ($24, origins.com).

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7. Made from Konjac, a Japanese jelly-like food, Daily Concepts Your Konjac Sponge Charcoal gently washes skin ($18, dailyconcepts.com).

8. The handcrafted Marvelous Tooth Care Peppermint +Charcoal Brightening Tooth Paste lightens up pearly whites ($30, rodales.com).

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9. Tree Hut Detoxifying Mediterranean Salt Scrub washes away dry skin and toxins ($9, ulta.com).

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10. Acne fighter Caru Skincare Co. all-natural, activitated Charcoal Dead Sea salt soap bar smells divine ($40 for 4, rodales.com).

11. The active white charcoal powder in Sort of Coal Kuro Shampoo cleanses locks. It’s especially good for oily hair ($21, carbonbeauty.com).

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By Kilian Voulez-vous Coucher Avec Moi ($285, bykilian.com)

Bvlgari Jasmin Noir Eau de Parfum ($98, bulgari.com)

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Rose Explosion Eau de Parfum ($185, saksfifthavenue.com)

Armani/Privé Rose d’Arabie Eau de Parfum Intense ($290, armanibeauty.com)

FOOL’S GOLD

Everybody deserves a little gold this holiday season. By Aimee Goldman

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Balmain Extatic Intense Gold Edition Eau de Parfum ($120, neimanmarcus.com)

Donna Karan Liquid Cashmere Black Eau de Parfum ($108, macys.com)

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FREEZE FRAME

From the land of the northern lights comes the latest glacial shift in cutting-edge skin care.

By Beth Landman

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

“When ice melts from glaciers, it runs underground, picks up trace elements, and deposits them into thermal springs,’’ notes Kugelman.

“When you turn on the shower there, it

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is thermal water.

You can absolutely smell the sulfur.’’

Kugelman dug deep to learn more, and found through her research that the plants growing in Iceland—fed from this nutrientrich soil and water—were also particularly robust.

“The soil is rich in volcanic minerals, so the plants have incredible potency,’’ she explains. Wouldn’t it be great, she dreamt, to bottle it all and apply those resilient qualities to the skin? Kugelman wasn’t alone.

NORDIC RENEWAL

Julie Macklowe, wife of real estate scion Billy Macklowe, had a similar epiphany when she traveled to Switzerland. “I saw the Swiss Alpine

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hen Sarah Kugelman, founder of Skyn Iceland, first traveled to the Nordic region, she was stunned by the glowing, youthful aura of its residents.

“I was amazed at how beautiful everyone’s skin was,’’ she recalls.

How did these northern beauties manage to freeze time in such an unforgiving climate? By mining their natural resources, of course.

beautyclockstoppers rose, which blossoms for four weeks but keeps regenerating and lives for over a hundred years,’’ explains Macklowe in awe. “The rose’s stem cells are super active and great collagen stimulators.’’ It inspired her to launch Vbeauté, a skincare company that uses the rose to great effect in its myriad products, along with seven other potent plants from Nordic lands.

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Sharon Garment, a prominent product development consultant and former executive at Estée Lauder, points out that this Norse-bound swing is driven in no small measure by the greater inclination toward chemicalfree cosmetics.

“More brands are embracing the value of these northernsourced ingredients because they are natural, not synthetic,’’ she notes.

“People are demanding more performance from their products, and these ingredients are concentrated, pure, and efficacious. The theory is

that if they can stave off environmental onslaught, they can protect human skin, as well.’’

Indeed, Skyn Iceland, which also employs angelica archangelica, among other hearty plants, and Vbeauté are among the many in-vogue lines harvesting northern plants, flowers, and berries in pursuit of more perfect skin.

These include Lumene, which uses wild ingredients grown in extreme conditions, including extracts from cloudberries, blueberries, lingonberries, spruce, pine, and peat, Face Stockholm, Cuvget, and La Prairie’s Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Collection.

“There is a breed of ingredients that grow in snowy regions,’’ explains Kugelman.

“Because they have to grow in such a short amount of time, they are hearty and potent.”

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Skyn Iceland and others also make good, hydrating use of the area’s clean, pure alpine water.

“Water is essential for skin and an

important component in most of the skin-care products,’’ explains Tiina Isohanni, vice president of Innovations and Development at Lumene. “Here in Finland, we do have the purest water available on Earth.

It is shown in several studies in different universities and research centers.”

WHAT’S OLD RENEWS

Top Manhattan cosmetic dermatologist Paul Jarrod Frank says that while further testing needs to be done to actually prove the products’ efficacy on humans, “These ingredients support the heartiness of living things in tough environments, and contain concentrated forms of antioxidants and peptides with powerful anti-ageing benefits.’’

Perhaps the romantic association with the beauty of alpine and arctic countries—as well as the people who inhabit them—is based on more fact than fancy.

Now, if we can only harvest their genetics…

PRODUCTS

VBeauté Evidence Eraser ($24) Alpine rose and rosemary extract wash away daily grime (vbeaute.com).

Lumene Time Freeze V-Shaping Serum ($30) Anti-gravity peptides and lingonberry extract smooth your jawline (ulta.com).

Skyn Iceland Relief Eye Cream ($45) De-puff and dewrinkle with this potent potion of arctic botanical stem cells (skyniceland.com).

Badura Ladylike Mini Bag ($1,550) The perfect purse to fit all of your necessities and beauty products.

It is super stylish, too (shop.badura.it).

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HUE ARE YOU?

Hair color game changers from the pros to help you do you. By Jeanne Muchnick

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hanging the look of your tresses with a kick of color is a sure-fire way to a sense of red-hot renewal. It’s also the path to test-driven proof of what works and what doesn’t. But how can you master the tricky task of homing in on the perfect hue?

One rule of thumb: Hold up two fabric swatches to your face–one gold, one silver. If gold looks better, try warmer colors like reds, golds, coppers, and golden browns. Silver means you’re a “cool season” person, so think ash browns or blue-blacks.

Also take into consideration eye color, explains Robert Allen, owner of Robert Allen Salon and Spa in Fort Lauderdale and Sunny Isles, Florida. It’s the “true navigator in bringing out your best,” he says.

The bottom line: For the best look, stick to your palette. Darker skin, darker tones.

Lighter skin, lighter tones. For the perfect match, Allen says, stay within two levels of your skin tone. “Two levels lighter or darker will complement your

skin tone,” he says.

“You want to show contrast while also framing the face.”

In other words, if you’re fair skinned with blonde hair, go for cooler, icier colors, advises Marco Pelusi, owner of Marco Pelusi Hair Studio in West Hollywood, California. Dark skinned with dark hair means adding warmth in the form of highlights such as caramel shades.

Those with medium complexions and brown hair have the most freedom to play.

They can go either warm or cool in the form of red or gold highlights, or go for an overall color change, he says.

Season is important to consider, too. Many women choose deeper, richer shades in the fall, darker in the winter, and brighter and lighter in spring and summer.

And while staying within your color family is important, there are options for experimenting, thanks to the range of glazes and highlights offered by hair-care pros.

Allen’s best advice?

“Always stay true to yourself, but let a professional look at you objectively before you move forward.”

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Marc Jacobs Beauty The Free Spirit Style Eye-Con No. 20 Plush Shadow is an entire palette of metallics, mattes, and sheens ($99, sephora.com)

Artis Elite, Mirror, 10 Brush Set and Elite Mirror Collection Compact Brush Holder ($350, $190, artisbrush.com)

Christian Louboutin Silky Satin Lip Colour in Rouge Louboutin applies medium to full coverage in one stroke (available in 36 shades, $90, christianlouboutin.com)

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Kjaer Weis Cadeau Makeup bag can also double as a clutch; available November 20 ($205, kjaerweis.com)

Jo Malone London Cologne Collection comes with five favorite fragrances ($115, jomalone.com)

India Hicks Black Hibiscus Candle provides the scents of sea air, oranges, and Earl Grey tea ($54, indiahicks.com)

Coach Shearling Rucksack is great for toting all your daily tools ($550, saksfifthavenue.com)

Beats By Dre Red Solo2 Headphone; 50 percent of proceeds fight AIDS ($200, beatsbydre.com)

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Dyson Humidifier kills 99.9 percent of bacteria leaving the room with clean air ($500, dyson. com)

BEAUTY, FASHION, & TECH Sonos Two Room Starter Set, Two PLAY:1 speakers play different songs in each room via the app on your smartphone ($349, sonos.com)

Nest Camera allows you to watch your home from your phone while you’re away ($200, nest.com)

Apple Apple TV’s new operating system, tvOS, uses the Siri Remote to find something to watch ($149 for 32GB model, apple.com)

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Tea Forte Duet Gift Set comes with everything needed to brew the ideal cup of tea for two ($75, teaforte.com)

Taylor SmarTemp Thermometer monitors cooking temperatures from your smart phone using the SmarTemp app ($70, taylorusa.com)

iCoffee Opus Single Serve Brewer uses SpinBrew technology to eliminate the bitter aftertaste ($140, icoffee.com)

SMEG 50s Retro Style aesthetic blender in red has smoothie, ice crush, and pulse programs ($250, williamssonoma.com)

Maille Black Truffle and Chablis Mustard on tap is great from snacks to supper ($68 for 8.8oz, maille.com)

George Foreman 15 Serving Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill is perfect for outdoor BBQs or indoor dinners ($130, georgeforemancooking.com)

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Perfect Company Perfect Drink Pro Wireless Scale and App smart bartending system allows aficionado’s to make top-notch cocktails at home ($100, perfectdrinkapp.com)

Jawbone UP2 Fitness Tracker monitors your activities, sleep, and comes with a Smart Coach to give you personalized health insights ($100, jawbone.com)

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Jabra Sport Coach Wireless Earbuds use personalized in-ear coaching to track and enhance your workouts ($150, jabra.com)

COOKING, HEALTH, & FITNESS

Helix Sleep Made-to-Order Customizable Mattress creates a mattress based on your age, weight, height, and sleeping preferences ($900 for queen-size, helixsleep.com) S’well 25oz Rouge Crocodile Refillable Bottle keeps drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 ($45, swellbottle.com)

FluidStance Level Balance Board fires up your heart rate, core, and balance muscles—all while you work; available November ($489, fluidstance.com)

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Joanna Maxham The Run-through Crossbody ($430, joannamaxham.com)

Australia Luxe Co Mercy booties ($410, australialuxeco.com)

PONO by Joan Goodman Claudia Sculpted Resin Choker ($325, ponobyjoangoodman.com)

Etnia Barcelona Wild Love in Africa Collection sunglasses ($265, etniabarcelona.com)

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Sandeman 20-year-old tawny port ($52)

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PORTO, PLEASE

Get your passport ready to dive into Douro-bound style.

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Theodora & Callum Bozeman Wearable Art Blanket Scarf ($165, theodoraandcallum.com) Sandeman's cellars stocked with barrels of wine

Samantha Wills Bardot ring, ($142, samanthawills.com)

orto, that enchanting coastal city along the Douro River in the northwest section of pretty Portugal, is renowned for its namesake fortified wine made in the quintas tucked among the steep hillside vineyards nearby—but there’s more than wine to drink in. A city rich in history, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but modern life in the form of fantastic shopping, stylish restaurants, and even new craft brew pubs dot the winding streets and ancient architecture. Victoria Shorten of luxury concierge service One Lifestyle (One-lifestyles.com), takes us on a tour.

WHERE TO STAY You’ll be dazzled by the opulence that

pours from the Pestana Palácio Do Freixo (Pestana.com), an eighteenth-century Baroque palace turned hotel and national monument on the banks of the Douro River. Opened in 2009 after lengthy renovations, the hotel offers a truly royal experience to its guests, who can stroll the ornate gardens of the Pousada or indulge in a soak in the Turkish baths.

WHERE TO EAT

“The Yeatman Hotel (The-yeatman-hotel.com) is a favorite of my clients,” says Shorten.

Located in the heart of Vila Nova de Gaia, where most of the city’s port wine is aged and stored, the hotel’s wine cellars are filled with over 1,200 bottles of exquisite wines from Portugal and around the world, and its rooms are all individually named for the famed quintas. But it’s at the eponymous restaurant where both modern and classic Portugal merge deliciously. The Yeatman focuses on the perfect pairing of food and wine (aptly so, since it is named after one of the more storied port families of the area) and it is the only restaurant in Porto to

receive a Michelin star under the guiding hand of chef Ricardo Costa, one of Portugal’s finest chefs.

WHAT TO DO

A luxury cruise down the River Douro is a must for any trip to Porto, according to Shorten. “We have put together some really amazing full-day tours visiting wineries, with picnic lunches overlooking the hills and coastline,” she adds. A private tour of the House of Sandeman (Sandeman.com) is a great way to spend the day. This landmark destination has been used to age special port wines for centuries.

Guests tour its cellars and visit the tasting room where they’re treated to a variety of wines while learning about their history and the aging process. Or boat down to the recently renovated Quinta do Bomfim (Symington.com) in the village of Pinhao.

Owned by the five-generation Symington Family, visitors can pore over nineteenth century records and photos of port production, pick one of three vineyard walks, and, during harvest season, get to see the bunches of grapes crushed.

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GREAT GETAWAYS

If you are looking for a sunny sojourn, or a chilly one, New You has you covered. By Samantha Boden

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WINTER WONDERLANDS ➜ THE ARRABELLE IN VAIL, COLORADO, is a mix of

old-world, alpine European style and tricked-out modern luxury, right at the base of Vail Mountain. This ski-in ski-out hotel offers gratis ski valet and storage, panoramic views of the Rocky’s, complimentary GoPro cameras for daily use, and rooftop hot tubs and lap pools. The 10,000-square-foot RockResorts Spa tempts your tired muscles with over 25 treatments incorporating natural ingredients and aromas indigenous to the area. In-room iPads offer on-demand requests, and a virtual personal concierge is available through an app on your smartphone. Prices start at

$1,307 for the peak winter season. Visit arrabelle.rockresorts.com.

resorts, too. Prices start at $225. Visit hoteljackson.com.

For a western adventure, take a trip to

➜ STOWE MOUNTAIN LODGE, A DESTINATION RESORT, IN STOWE, VERMONT, is a

➜ HOTEL JACKSON IN JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING.

Located a block off Jackson Square, this new boutique hotel has 58 rooms and six suites decorated in rootin’ tootin’ rustic-modern mountain luxury (think distressed leather headboards, gas fireplaces, Geneva Bluetooth clock radios, and Nespresso coffee machines).

Grab complimentary breakfast at the hotel restaurant FIG, and be sure to check out the rooftop Jacuzzi. In addition to the famed Yellow Stone National Park just an hour away, Jackson Hole is home to three world-class ski

stone’s throw from its namesake mountain, a legendary ski resort in the east. In addition to skiing, dog sledding, and snowmobiling, Stowe Mountain Lodge offers Mountain Yoga, where guests snowshoe to remote places within the resort to do a bit of stretching and downward-dogging in the snow. Speaking of, the hotel has dog-friendly rooms so your furry best buddy can tag along in style. Pups receive a plush bed, food and water bowls, and a bag of assorted tasty treats. Prices start at $399. Visit stowemountainlodge.com.

WARMING TREND ➜ THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION IS A BRAND NEW URBAN RESORT TO HIT THE SOUTH BEACH SCENE. The

outdoor space, inspired by Havana’s Tropicana nightclub, consists of two pools, a “sandbox” where guests can escape for a nap or a cocktail, and a private beach club.

The hotel features three restaurants, with the fresh-driven Market at Edition— inspired by the famed food markets of Spain with an American twist—serving up fresh pastas, cheese and charcuterie, and globally minded small bites from 7am until midnight. After a bit of Andalusian-skewed eats, head down to the Basement, an adult playland where you’ll find a four-lane bowling alley, the Basement Miami nightclub, and an ice-skating rink

BOOK REPORT Find inspiration in these pages to prevail over kings, cahoots, and clutter.

—Shirley Venice

overlooking bustling Collins Avenue. If all the partying gets you pooped, there’s a luxurious spa with over 20 treatments and customizable massages, as well as 24-hour fitness center.

Prices start at $429.

Visit editionhotels.com. ➜ HOTEL INDIGO, LOCATED IN SAN DIEGO’S GASLAMP QUARTER, is the only

LEED-certified (leadership in energy and environmental design) boutique hotel in the city. This environmentally friendly California spot has a 4,000-square-foot green roof, which reduces energy consumption, eco-friendly food and beverage containers, and its design allows for plenty of natural light.

There’s a rooftop bar overlooking Table 509 restaurant, which incorporates seasonal local ingredients into

dishes, as well as PETCO park and vistas of San Diego.

Call for rates. Visit hotelinsd.com. ➜ CLUB MED PUNTA CANA IN THE DREAMY DOMINICAN REPUBLIC is an all-inclu-

sive, family-friendly luxury resort with an avalanche of land and water activities, like archery, bocce ball, golf, sailing, scuba diving, and the brand new Creactive by Cirque du Soleil—a circus school with a flying trapeze, trampoline, and more. A new addition to Punta Cana in December is Zen Oasis, an adult-only escape with 78 deluxe guest rooms, lap and relaxation pools, and a kid-free secluded beach area for peace and quiet. Prices start at $142 per person based on double occupancy during the winter season. Visit clubmed.us.

The Taming of the Queen

by Philippa Gregory ($28, Touchstone) Henry VIII’s last wife, Kateryn Parr, may have been a divisive figure in the Tudor Court but she prevailed in sticking to her gemencrusted guns (and holding onto her life). A brainy and spiritual force, the guillotin didn’t scare this queen.

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The Underwriting

by Michelle Miller ($27, Putnam) Who could have predicted that online cheating site Ashley Madison would be hacked as Michelle Miller’s salacious novel about an upstart high-tech dating app seeking funding hit shelves?

Talk about timing. This is an irresistible tale of IPO power and privacy.

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

by David Allen ($17, Penguin) With 100 emails unanswered daily, meetings eating into work, and other urgent duties unfulfilled, it is little wonder that Allen’s updated 2002 hit keeps pace with how we clear our minds and organize our thoughts.

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WAITING TO EXHALE

Why hundreds of thousands of women with a nose for beauty are opting for rhinoplasty.

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By Catherine Winters

ou can’t not notice a person’s nose. Made up of bone and cartilage, it’s smack in the middle of the face for all the world to see.

Lots of people are lucky to have a nose that’s just right, but plenty of people hate their noses, viewing that front-and-center feature as too big, too bumpy, or too crooked. Whether the flaw is truly attentiongrabbing or barely noticeable, it’s enough to affect the selfesteem of the most sound of ego. (Jennifer Grey, anyone?)

That may be why some 217,000 people in the U.S. chose a nose full of change last year, making rhinoplasty the second most popular cosmetic surgical procedure after breast augmentation, according to the American Society of

Plastic Surgeons. And though some of us may associate nose jobs with teenagers of angst and privilege, more and more grown women are having them. In 2014, nearly 68,000 women age 35 and older opted for rhinoplasty; of these, 16,712 were between 51 and 64 and more than 8,800 were 65 and older, reports the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

Why the surge in popularity? “With more discretionary income, these people can now take care of something that has bothered them for much of their lives,” says Los Angeles plastic surgeon Brent Moelleken, M.D., a member of the ASAPS. The passage of time is also a factor. As we age, our face loses its natural fullness as fat cells melt away and nose cartilage becomes

more obvious. “Now the nose that once was a normal size seems huge and bony,” adds Dr. Moelleken. Other reasons: Some people may be unhappy with the nose job they had years before or can’t breathe well and want to combine surgery for, say, a deviated septum with a little nose tweaking in the mix.

surgical procedure employed to correct a deviated septum, an off-center locale of the thin wall of bone and cartilage that separate your nostrils, which can affect ease in breathing and sinus drainage. The turbinates—long, curved, spongy bones inside the nose that warm and moisturize the air we

Rhinoplasty can transform a nose, fine-tuning this focal point to personal perfection.

BEAK TWEAKS ➜ It’s inarguable: Rhinoplasty can transform a nose, fine-tuning

this focal point to personal perfection. “[It] can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or bridge, narrow the span of your nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and upper lip,” offers Dr. Moelleken.

Along with rhinoplasty, there might be some corrections other than aesthetic when opting to put your nose under the knife. Some people may also have a septoplasty, the

breathe and direct air flow to the lungs—can become downright turbulent, enlarging and blocking air flow instead of aiding it.

These might require surgical help as well.

Non-surgical rhinoplasty, which involves injecting fillers into the nose, is an option for people whose issues are purely aesthetic. “It completely changes a person’s nose,” says Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Alexander Rivkin, M.D., who pioneered the procedure. “I can camouflage a bump, lift the bridge of the nose,

straighten a nose that’s a little crooked, and even lift the tip.”

HOW IT’S DONE ➜ Traditional rhinoplasty is typically done under general anesthesia. The

surgeon makes tiny incisions at the bottom of the nose, inside the nostrils, and uses an endoscope for guidance. What is ultimately done during surgery, however, depends upon your goals entirely.

Your surgeon may file or break bone to reposition the nose, or remove or add extra cartilage. For example, to scale down a full tip, the surgeon will remove cartilage, or may restore fullness to a droopy tip with a cartilage graft from the septum, ear, or rib. To narrow a wide nose, a surgeon may break bones and move them toward the center of the nose. To remove a bump, bones may be filed down and cartilage trimmed. During septoplasty, the surgeon straightens and repositions the septum. If turbinates are the issue, they may be cut or cauterized to decrease their size.

How long will you be under the knife or needle? Rhinoplasty can take one to five hours or more, says Dr. NEWYOU.COM

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Moelleken.

Septoplasty takes about 45 minutes; turbinate reduction clocks in at about 15 minutes. Non-surgical rhinoplasty takes about 15 minutes.

During the procedure, Dr. Rivkin injects a filler such as Radiesse or Juvéderm Voluma XC, into the nose to lift the skin. “With the tip, I can do two injection points and be done with it,” he says. On the other hand, a patient who has had prior surgery and has scar tissue may need 20 to 30 injections.

NOSING OUT THE RISKS ➜ While fillers aren’t FDA approved for the nose, they are used off-label.

The injections may cause redness, bruising, and slight discomfort. Also, the big issue with fillers is that most wear off. Voluma lasts about 18 months to two years, for instance, and Radiesse about 10 months. For a perma-

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nent change, you can opt for the filler Bellafill, but you’ll need a skin test to make sure you’re not allergic to the bovine collagen in it. And of course, as with any surgery, there are the usual risks associated with anesthesia, such as rare post-op bleeding or infection.

The good news is you’ll recover from non-invasive rhinoplasty quickly and see the results right away, says Dr. Rivkin.

Bouncing back from traditional rhinoplasty takes more time.

Surgical incisions are closed with fine sutures and a splint placed on your nose for about five days to protect it. Swelling and bruising are to be expected to varying degrees, especially if bones were broken.

You can combat this by sleeping with your head elevated and ice your nose. Don’t wear eyeglasses or sunglasses for about a

month—it takes that long for nasal bones to set, says Beverly Hills, California, plastic surgeon Andre Aboolian, M.D. Instead, tape glasses to your forehead or buy a device that lets them rest on your cheeks. If you’ve had septoplasty or turbinate reduction, don’t blow your nose for 10 to 14 days.

Dr. Moelleken prescribes 10 days at home, as well as avoiding intense physical activity for two to three weeks to avoid the risk of bleeding. And steer clear of nose-threatening sports like tennis until you get the all-clear.

Finally, be patient.

Though you’ll see a difference in your nose once the bandage comes off, subtle swelling may stick around for six months or up to two years, says Dr. Moelleken.

THE SNIFF TEST ➜ Finding a good doctor

certified surgeon. This may be a facial plastic, maxillofacial surgeon, cosmetic surgeon, or plastic surgeon, and check his or her before and after photos of previous patients.

“Look at the doctor’s work to see if you like it,” says Dr. Aboolian.

There should be three views for each patient, showing a front-on view, a corner view, and a side view. Speak to someone who has had the surgery, too.

While plastic surgeons are trained in septoplasty and turbinate reduction, make sure your surgeon has performed these procedures regularly.

During your consult, the surgeon should carefully examine your facial structure and assess your breathing.

“You want the impression your doctor is artistically considering your face and not applying a cookie-cutter mold to it,” says Dr. Moelleken. “He should look inside your nose so he has a firm grasp of what will make your breathing continue to be good or better than it is.”

If you are considering injections, look for a surgeon experienced in traditional rhinoplasty and familiar

with the anatomy of the nose, says Dr. Rivkin. Also, seek out someone who is doing injections on a weekly basis, not just once in a blue moon.

Finally, choose a surgeon with a conservative attitude. “You want a careful person operating on your nose,” says Dr. Moelleken. “There is no hiding an error. It is there for everyone to see, forever.”

THE PRICE OF CHANGE The average surgeon’s fee for traditional rhinoplasty is $4,694, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

The anesthesia and facility fee are extra.

Septoplasty and turbinate reduction are additional, though some health insurers may cover part of the cost.

FILLER PRICES VARY. Dr. Rivkin charges $1,500 for Voluma and $1,250 for Radiesse, which includes two visits. The cost per visit for Bellafill is $1,000, with patients usually needing two to three treatments.

AND REMEMBER: Money can’t buy you the schnoz of your favorite celeb.

“That’s an unrealistic goal,” says Dr. Moelleken.

The nose you get has to suit your face.

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S I M P L E D I E TA RY T W E A K S TO P R E V E N T D I S E A S E — A N D L I V E LO N G E R .

30 PERCENT INCREASE IN STROKE RISK

WHEN YOU BREATHE IN SECONDHAND SMOKE—EVEN IF YOU’RE A NONSMOKER. SECONDHAND SMOKE CONTAINS MORE THAN 7,000 CHEMICALS, INCLUDING CARBON MONOXIDE AND FORMALDEHYDE, OF WHICH 250 ARE KNOWN TO BE HARMFUL. SOURCE: AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

P H O T O G R A P H S B Y G E T T Y I M A G E S ; S T O C K F O O D ( P E AS )

Vitamin C for a Healthier Heart People with higher blood levels of vitamin C have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, says a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Natural sources of vitamin C are found in citrus fruits and vegetables, like frozen peas, tangerines, grapefruit, broccoli, and brussels sprouts.

One Simple Change

Eat salads with cooked eggs. Purdue University researchers found that healthpromoting antioxidants in raw vegetables are better absorbed when eaten with eggs. Don’t toss the yolk, either. It’s an excellent source of protein, lipids, and more antioxidants.

SPICE THINGS UP Love spicy foods? Researchers tracked the diets of nearly 500,000 people ages 30-79, and those who ate spicy foods almost daily had a 14 percent lower risk of death from cancer, heart disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes because these foods hold antiinflammatory and antioxidant ingredients, like capsaicin. To try: Ground 2 Table salt and sugar-free organic spice blends, like Spicy All Purpose, Chinese Five Spice, and Curry ($2 per pack, ground2table.com).

The Downside of Brown Rice Fiber aside, brown rice has 80 percent more arsenic than white because its outer layers aren’t removed in the way that white rice’s are. Try an alternative like white basmati rice from California, India, or Pakistan—it has half as much arsenic. You can also rinse raw rice before cooking. Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast also found that a rice percolator that brews the grain like coffee removes the chemical, too.

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3.08 MILLION SKIN CANCER TREATMENTS PERFORMED LAST YEAR (UP 15 PERCENT SINCE 2011). THE LEADING

CAUSE OF SKIN CANCER? EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION FROM THE SUN AND TANNING BEDS.

Long-Term Relief from Back Pain Slouching can cause backaches, but there’s more to it than how you carry yourself, says New York chiropractor Dr. Todd Sinett, author of 3 Weeks to a Better Back. Inflammation throughout the body is a root cause. Standing, sitting, and sleeping properly can align your back, as can stretching—but eliminating processed foods, sugar, caffeine, dairy, and extra stress reduce overall inflammation, too.

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Traveling Bug Fix?

Extract of elderberries helps reduce the duration and severity of travelers’ colds, say Australian researchers. These berries—from sambucus nigra or European elder plant— are rich in anti-inflammatory and anti-viral antioxidants. Study participants took 300 mg of standardized elderberry extract daily, but talk to your doc before self-prescribing, as herbal remedies can interfere with certain meds you might be taking.

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LOVE YOUR JOB MORE (YES, YOU CAN!) Worries about work may be the reason you can’t sleep, but a new Swedish study shows that n ot getting enough shut-eye contributes to higher stress levels at work, loss of situational control, and more emotional over-reactions. Instead of looking for a new job, try fixing your sleep problems first, say researchers. You may find you don’t hate your job so much after all.

THINK POSITIVELY, LOSE WEIGHT The reason you’re an emotional eater has nothing to do with lack of willpower, says a study in the journal Appetite: It has everything to do with your emotional state. Think negatively and you’re likely to reach for sweets. Change your attitude and outlook, and your cravings may just melt away.

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One Simple Change Join a group. Lots of evidence shows that social networks boost health and longevity. Now research from the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research shows that belonging to groups relevant to you increases selfesteem because they provide a greater sense of purpose.

healthsips The Republic of Tea Get Clean Stackable Tea Tin ($13.50, republicoftea.com) What It Does ➜ Morning tea releases toxins ➜ All-day tea stimulates liver to flush out toxins ➜ PM tea helps digestion

Key Ingredients AM: Cucumber, dandelion leaves, lemon verbena All Day: Rooibos, milk thistle seeds, burdock roots PM: Amla, schizandra berries, ginger root What the Expert Says “The AM tea is a blood purifier and helps the skin. It’s good for people with water retention and bloating.”

“The all-day tea is a liver detoxification and the PM tea helps digestion by working as a gentle laxative.”

Kusmi BB Detox ($21, kusmitea.com) What It Does

➜ Eliminates excess fluid from the body ➜ Improves skin’s appearance ➜ Boosts toxin removal Key Ingredients Green tea, mate, guarana, grapefruit What the Expert Says “Grapefruit is great as a diuretic and for cellulite. Guarana can suppress appetite.”

“It is not good for pregnant woman, or if you suffer from anxiety and insomnia.”

Your Tea Tiny Tea 14-Day Teatox ($35, yourtea.com)

What It Does ➜ Helps with digestive health and bloating ➜ Removes toxins ➜ Promotes skin health ➜ Fights cellulite Key Ingredients Jue ming zi, he ye, shan zha What the Expert Says “This would be beneficial as a diuretic and has the potential to reduce cellulite. Should be accompanied by lots of water.”

“Should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women and is not gluten-free.”

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TEATOX TIME

Teatoxes (tea detoxes), sips that cleanse and nourish the body from the inside out, have a multitude of healthy benefits, are easy to incorporate into any diet, and don’t require skipping or replacing meals.

But are they all they’re brewed up to be?

Our expert Gabrielle Francis, naturopathic doctor and author of The Rockstar Remedy, reads the leaves. Happy brewing! By Samantha Boden

TeaMi Detox 30 Day Pack: Skinny Loose Leaf and Colon Cleanse tea bags ($50, teamiblends.com) What It Does

➜ Boosts metabolism ➜ Tamps appetite and cravings ➜ Burns stored fat ➜ Flushes out harsh toxins

Sakara Detox Tea ($20, sakaralife.com) What It Does ➜ Soothes digestion ➜ Calms adrenals and kidneys ➜ Scrubs digestive tract of toxins ➜ Aids in reducing stomach pain

Key Ingredients Oolong, ginger root, senna leaf, yerba mate

Key Ingredients Red rooibos, rose petals, linden flower

What the Expert Says “The Skinny Tea increases metabolism and burns fat, as oolong and mate have caffeine.

This tea may exacerbate hot flashes in menopausal women.”

What the Expert Says “The rose and rooibos are gentle blood cleansers and have lots of antioxidants. The Linden helps as a diuretic and digestive tonic. However, there is no way to see all herbs in the tea from the website.”

“The Colon Cleanse tea is a strong laxative. Short-term use is safe. Cleans out the colon and adds fiber to the diet. Long-term use could weaken the colon.”

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SEEDS OF LIFE

One tiny seed is packed with a mountain of health benefits. But eat them raw, soaked, or mashed, as heat zaps their nutritional value. By Shirley Venice

POMEGRANATE At least 60 clinical trials were registered with the National Institute of Health this year to examine the effects of pomegranates on myriad disorders.

High in vitamins C and K, as well as dietary fiber, a palm full of pomegranate is a delicious, healthy treat.

CUMIN Cumin seeds have been used since ancient Egyptian times and are as ubiquitous on Middle Eastern tables as pepper is to us. Stews and curry dishes are lost without cumin’s distinctive flavor and unmistakable aroma. Rich in iron and other essential fatty acids, cumin helps boost liver function.

HEMP Although hemp comes from the cannabis plant, it contains negligible amounts of the psychoactive substance found in marijuana. What hemp seeds will get you high on is protein, as well as those nine essential amino acids our bodies cannot produce.

APRICOT Used extensively in clinical trials, the compound amygdalin (B17), found in the apricot kernel, is purported to help with cancer treatment. Mediterranean apricot kernels are sweeter than their bittertasting cousins and can sometimes be substituted for almonds in recipes.

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CHIA Native to Mexico and Guatemala, these little black or white seeds were as important as maize to the Aztecs. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B, and add a healthy boost to any morning smoothie or bowl of cereal.

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Sip, crunch, and munch your way to no-fear noshing!

It’s easy if you break out these bite-boosting tips. By Linda Childers re visions of chocolate keeping you from reaching your weight-loss goals?

Do you dread the holiday season because you fear decadent desserts and delicious cocktails will lead to the vice of overindulgence?

The good news—you don’t have to go cold turkey on your guilty pleasures and feel deprived. By making a few simple substitutions, you can lower cholesterol, fat, sugar, and calories without sacrificing flavor. Who said you can’t have your guilt-free cake and eat it, too?

SMOOTHIES

moothies seem like the perfect meal replacement and snack, but when you consider many are made with dessert ingredients like added sugar, ice cream, frozen yogurt, or sherbet, it makes healthy sense to whip up your own homemade versions.

Catherine Ruehle, a holistic nutritionist, wellness food chef, and author of Let Us All Eat Cake: Gluten-Free Recipes for Everyone’s Favorite Cakes (Ten Speed Press) has found a way to do just that.

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adding greens gives your smoothie a nutritional boost...

RUEHLE’S BASIC SMOOTHIE FORMULA [serves two] 1½ cups nut milk Coconut water or cooled herbal tea 3 cups mixed baby greens and fresh parsley 1-2 cups frozen fruit 1 cup fresh fruit Optional protein or superfood powder

“Adding greens gives your smoothie a nutritional boost and helps balance out the sugar in the fruit,” Ruehle says.

“When adding protein powder, it’s critical to read the ingredients, since some contain highly processed, low-quality proteins, chemicals, artificial colorings and flavors, and preservatives.”

If you must sweeten your smoothie, she advises that you use a natural ingredient, such as raw honey or pitted Medjool dates. That adds nutritional value along with sweetness.

COOKIES

ometimes a girl just needs a cookie, but there’s nothing worse than biting into a sorry substitute that tastes like cardboard.

Fortunately, Danielle Walker, founder of Againstallgrains.com and author of the cookbooks Against All Grain: Delectable Paleo Recipes to Eat Well and Feel Great (Victory Belt Publishing), and Meals Made Simple: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and Paleo Recipes to Make Anytime (Victory Belt

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WAYS TO TRICK OUT YOUR SNACKS

variations,” Ruehle says. “Not only are you getting a smoothie with a solid nutritional profile, but a tasty one, too.”

MARGARITAS

Publishing), created a chocolate chip cookie that’s worthy of craving.

“For my Real Deal Chocolate Chip Cookies, I use protein-rich almond flour and high-fiber coconut flour instead of white flour,” Walker says. “For the sweetener, I use a low-glycemic coconut sugar and a touch of honey.”

Walker, who was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at the tender age of 22, eliminated grains, dairy, and legumes from her diet, and started her blog to help others in search of grain-free, dairy-free, glutenfree alternatives.

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PIZZA

izza, a perennial favorite for many of us, can also pack on the pounds. The portion sizes and myriad toppings often tally into an entire day’s worth of calories and saturated fat in a single meal.

When ordering out, opt for a thin crust over a thick or stuffed version, and choose lean meats and veggies over high-fat meats and extra cheese. By doing this, you’ll get the healthy serving of veggies and protein you want without the added saturated fat and calories.

If you decide to make your own pizza at home, opt for easy pre-made whole-wheat dough that adds fiber but cuts calories, or try Walker’s technique to fulfill cravings.

“I make a Pepperoni Pizza Pasta [featured in Meals Made Simple] in which I replace the crust with squash noodles, but still get all of the same flavors as a slice of pizza,” she says.

...choose lean meats & veggies...

I use canned organic pumpkin and mix in cinnamon and nutmeg

hile there’s nothing quite like sipping a chilly, citrusy margarita al fresco with friends, the calories and sugars in cocktails can really add up. A typical 12-ounce frozen margarita served in a bar or restaurant contains 410 calories, with 56 percent of those calories from added sugar.

“I make a healthier margarita using honey syrup and fresh lime juice instead of simple syrup and sugary mixers,” Walker says as a way to cut down on sugar.

Reduce calories even more by using fresh orange juice instead of triple sec, and fresh fruit like strawberries or watermelon for sweeteners.

These small changes can bring down the calorie count of a margarita by some 150 calories.

PUDDING

udding may be comfort food for many of us, but many store-bought varieties are packed with calories, sugar, and artificial colors and flavors.

Adiana Castro, a registered nutritionist and founder of Compass Nutrition, a private nutrition counseling practice in New York City, has a healthier alternative to spoon into.

“I use canned organic pumpkin and mix in cinnamon and nutmeg,” she says. A cup of fiber-rich pumpkin has 49 calories and is rife with immune-boosting, skinprotective nutrients such as vitamins C and E, betacarotene, and carotenoids—a pretty smooth alternative.

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HEALTH BY NUMBERS If you think your weight and your partner’s birthday are the only digits worth noting, think again. These 11 numbers are the key to a clean bill of health.

By Karen Asp

CUPS OF FRUITS AND VEGGIES YOU SHOULD EAT DAILY Loading produce onto your plate gives you a healthy dose of diseasefighting antioxidants and allows for healthy gut bacteria to thrive, says Pamela Peeke, M.D., M.P.H., and author of Body for Life for Women (Rodale). Aim for three cups of veggies, even though guidelines for women call for less. “Pile on greens like spinach and kale,” Peeke says, along with two cups of fruits a day. And pay attention to your palette: Remember to eat five different colors of fruits and vegetables daily.

7,500

STEPS DAILY No doubt you’ve heard of or taken part in a 10,000 steps a day challenge. Yet if you’re going by government guidelines, you should be logging about 7,500 steps a day, in addition to 150

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healthnumbers minutes of moderate-intensity exercise weekly. “This is the minimum amount a healthy adult should aim for,” says Catrine Tudor-Locke, Ph.D., professor and chair of the department of kinesiology at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, who insists that more is better.

Before you hit the pavement with a pedometer, test it first by taking 20 steps.

If the count falls between 19 and 21, that’s within a good margin of error.

INCHES, MAXIMUM WAISTLINE If your waistline measures 35 inches or more, that’s a red flag, no matter what the scale says. The concern? Toxic visceral fat, which is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease, and cancer, Peeke says.

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GRAMS OF FIBER EVERY DAY According to the National Fiber Council, adults on average ingest only 10 to 15 grams daily through diet, but you should shoot for 20 to 30 grams.

That will keep your bowel movements regular and ward of disease-promoting inflammation, says New York City gastroenterologist Valerie AntoineGustave, M.D., M.P.H. MG/DL, MAXIMUM TRIGLYCERIDE LEVEL Total cholesterol usually steals the spotlight, but triglycerides—fat in blood—may be more critical. “Higher triglyceride levels raise heart-disease risk in women,” says Caroline Cederquist, M.D., weight

management physician in Naples, Florida, and author of The MD Factor Diet (BenBella Books, Inc.). While levels below 150 mg⁄dL are normal, ideally, you should be under 100 mg⁄dL. To lower your levels, decrease your intake of simple sugars and simple carbohydrates, says Cederquist.

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MILLIGRAMS, MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF SODIUM PER DAY While you need salt to survive, too much of it can lead to high blood pressure and increase your risk of heart-attack risk, says Laxmi Mehta, M.D., clinical director of the Women’s Cardiovascular Health Program at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Like sugar, salt is hidden in many processed foods, so stick to whole foods and ditch the salt-shaker habit.

FRIENDS IN YOUR INNER CIRCLES Friendships consist of various layers, but the center two make up the strongest bonds. “The interaction you have with these layers stimulates the production of endorphins, the brain’s natural pain killer, and boosts the immune system to help you resist diseases,” says Robin Dunbar, Ph.D., professor of evolutionary psychology at the University of Oxford in Oxford, England. Your first layer contains five friends and family who provide you the most emotional support. Those 10 in your second layer are your best friends with whom you spend most of your time.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE EACH DAY Alcohol in moderation does have its benefits, including lowering incidents of diabetes and reducing heart-disease risk, according to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public

Health. Stick to no more than a drink a day, says Peeke, but women with a family history of alcoholism should nix alcohol. Didn’t get your one a day? Just as you can’t bank lost sleep, you can’t bank missed drinks.

INTERNATIONAL UNITS (IU), MINIMUM AMOUNT OF VITAMIN D If you’re not spending enough time in the sun, you may be low in vitamin D, which has been associated with numerous benefits, including protection from depression and stronger bones, Peeke says. Yet guidelines of 600 IU fall short of what numerous organizations recommend. The Vitamin D Council, for one, suggests adults get 5,000 IU daily. Get your vitamin D levels tested so you know how much is right for you.

HOURS OF SLEEP The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults ages 26 to 64 get seven to nine hours of shut-eye a night. Six hours may be okay for some people; just don’t dip below that.

TEASPOONS, MAXIMUM, OF ADDED SUGAR IN A DAY The average American consumes 22 teaspoons of added sugar daily, which may be responsible for the rise in obesity and diabetes, says Mehta. New labeling laws will soon make it easier to spot hidden sugars.

Until then, cut your intake by eliminating sugar-sweetened beverages, choosing whole foods over processed foods, and limiting sugar-laden condiments like ketchup.

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Carole Nugent President of Royal Dames, center, Jackie Travisano E.V.P. and C.O.O. of Nova, and Alice Lucia Jackson S.V.P. Jones Lang LaSalle.

ONE ROYAL DAME

As president of Florida’s Royal Dames of Cancer Research, Carole Nugent’s royal decree is to wipe out the Big C.

By Shirley Venice

all it coincidence, or kismet, but in 2011 Carole Nugent found herself exactly where she needed to be. At the moment a dear friend was diagnosed with breast cancer, Nugent was offered an honor she couldn’t refuse: co-chairing Fort Lauderdale’s renowned Tiara Ball, the philanthropic fete of the season created by the nearly 50-year-old cancerfighting force, the Royal Dames of Cancer Research.

But don’t let the name fool you—the Tiara Ball isn’t all

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bubble-filled flutes and grand gowns. It raises money—lots of it—to fuel the fight to end cancer. As president of the Royals since 2013, Nugent and her co-Dames brought in a record-busting $6 million for Nova Southeastern University Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research (RGI). It just takes the right combo of grit and sparkle.

cancer treatment strategy using phycocyanin, a compound extracted from algae that grows in our own Florida Everglades. RGI is also developing a cancer metastasis prediction system for prostate cancer, which we hope will work like prediction systems developed for breast cancer.

What has been the driving force behind the Dames over the decades?

National organizations usually have a paid CEO with a large staff. I think a nonprofit should be lean and mean. We are completely voluntary with no paid positions. RGI at Nova Southeastern University encourages all the Dames to come and see the scientists at work. We know where our money is going because we see our funds in action.

The Royal Dames started out as a sisterhood of dedicated women and we still are today.

Membership is by invitation only and on the recommendation of three members. We are considered one of the oldest continuing, non-profit organizations in Broward County.

What research have you funded and what difference has it made?

We focus mainly on breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers. Through our funding, RGI has received several patents. Two are for the cancer-fighting drugs F16 and JFD-WS. Talks are underway to license both of these drugs for clinical trials here in the U.S. and abroad. Very recently, we also received a Korean patent for the JFD drug.

What’s the most exciting part of your work?

Appu Rathinavelu, Ph.D., Exectutive Director of NSU’s RumbaughGoodwin Institute for Cancer Research.

To be part of taking a drug from test tube to the brink of clinical trials is quite an accomplishment. Most drugs don’t get out of the experimental stages. RGI has received two prestigious grants to advance studies in a new

You get a lot accomplished for a small group. How do you do it?

What moments have really moved you as a Royal Dame?

Cancer is an insidious disease.

I don’t think there are too many of us who have had a relative or a friend who has not battled cancer. Last year, for the first time at our Tiara Ball, we decided to honor people who have faced this formidable foe. This year our honoree was to have been Doreen Koenig, who was, along with her husband, Keith, the founder of City Furniture in Florida.

Doreen was so excited about being honored. She fought valiantly, but she lost her battle with cancer. We are committed this year to honoring her memory. It has inspired us to be more determined than ever to keep fighting and to keep raising funds.

The Tiara Ball is on November 21, 2015. For more information or to donate, visit royaldames.org..

healtheast meets west

NATURAL RESOURCES How essential oils can help you muddle through this holiday’s harshest maladies. By Amy Zavatto e’d all like peace on earth; but this holiday season, you’d probably settle for a little peace of mind. Stress, sleeplessness, financial and social anxiety, and even depression grip many of us during these seemingly happy but helter-skelter months. The real gift you need is relief.

Enter essential oils, concentrated, pure extractions from plants that many practitioners of both eastern and western medicine believe have the power to ease what ails you—or, at the very least, to tamp the urge to rip December right out of the calendar.

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SMELL YOURSELF WELL

The blues and its colorful compatriots are a growing source of code red, with 40 million adults suffering from some form of anxiety disorder in the U.S. alone, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.

While essential oils and aromatherapy are certainly not a cure, they are an excellent ingredient in a holistic prescription for better mental health.

“Natural essential oils combat conditions like depression, stress, exhaustion, and sleeplessness,” says Claudia Maghidman, medical aesthetician and owner of the Health & Skin Center of Miami.

How do they work? Dr. Gabrielle Francis, a naturopathic doctor, chiropractor, acupuncturist with her company the Herban Alchemist, and author of The Rockstar Remedy (Harper Collins),

says essential oils are, in effect, a plant’s immune system. “The component that gives them their strong aroma protects from bacteria, viruses, and other microbes,” she says.

“They will do the same for you.”

“I frequently recommend essential oils to my patients,” says Sheenie Ambardar, M.D., a Beverly Hills, California, psychiatrist and psychotherapist, “usually as an adjunct to other treatment modalities.”

Ambardar is not the only western medical professional in this camp. “The ‘smell’ receptors in your nose communicate with parts of your brain [the amygdala and hippocampus] that are storehouses for emotions and memories,” says Laurie Tomsa, R.N., an outpatient care manager and certified aromatherapist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Midwestern Regional Medical Center in Zion, Illinois. “When you breathe in essential oil molecules, some researchers believe they stimulate these brain centers and influence physical, emotional, and mental health.”

SALVE OR SNAKE OIL?

A true essential oil is an extremely concentrated liquid. “It takes 16 pounds of peppermint leaves to yield 1 ounce of essential oil,” says Celeste Hilling, founder and CEO of Skin Authority in Carlsbad, California. “They are very different than common carrier oils or fragrance oils found in most beauty products,” which are often synthetic, she warns.

And to be effective, many essential oils must be diluted with a carrier oil like jojoba, sweet almond, coconut, or olive before applying. So which oils will work for problems that plague your psyche? ➜ Depression Clary sage oil is a great

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healtheast meets west tension, offers Karen Page, an herbal expert with Penn Herb in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Farah Abassi, founder of Aroma360, suggests orange essential oil. “It is high in cineol,” she says, which “can stimulate blood flow to the emotional centers of our brains, help fight depression, and reduce stress.” ➜ Stress and Anxiety

When the holiday crowds and bottleneck traffic start to wear on your nerves, Page recommends a spicy, stress-relieving scent like coriander oil to melt away stress and tension. She also suggests California lemon oil to lift spirits, increase alertness, and enhance your general sense of well-being. ➜ Sleeplessness Lavender oil is excellent for mood disorders and chronic insomnia. “Studies suggest that it calms the nervous system by reducing serum cortisol levels and promotes the relaxation response,” says. Dr. Ambardar.

Try combing it with sandalwood, says Abassi. “Put a few drops on a cotton ball and place it in your pillow case to take you into an even more restful sleep.” ➜ Anger To keep cool, Page likes the

➜ Exhaustion For pep in your step, Dr.

Francis likes basil oil to stimulate adrenal glands and ease mental fatigue.

To refresh and revive, Page prescribes juniper berry oil or peppermint oil.

“Peppermint awakens the mind and revitalizes the body,” she says.

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rich, earthy-musty scent of vetier essential oil. “[It] soothes away tension and irritability,” she says.

Abassi swears by cinnamon to reduce blood pressure—and rekindle your holiday spirit. “Fill an empty spray bottle with 1 cup of distilled water, 6 drops of cinnamon essential oil, and 3 drops of clove oil. Shake well and let it sit for a few hours,” then spray, she says.

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SONG IN HER HEART

Petite but powerful chanteuse Christina Milian is everywhere this season— be it FOX, her E! reality show, or the top of the music charts. NewYou learns the mix of her magic.

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y WA N T H Y D C R E AT I V E D I R E C T I O N B Y D A N I E L L A U - L O P E Z

By Ruchel Louis Coetzee

or as far back she can remember, captivating Christina Milian, 34, was determined to express herself—openly, intimately, universally. Gifted with a vivacious voice and natural stage presence, Milian knew show business was her destiny since she was a little girl growing up in Jersey City. How was she able to rise to the top of the crowded crop?

You need only meet the bright and mighty Milian for a brief moment to see her sparkle and spunky style resonate.

She began writing songs at 17, landing a contract with Def Jam a mere two years later. Now, with a plum role on the hot, hilarious John Stamos-led FOX sitcom Grandfathered, three Billboard charting albums under her bedazzled belt, a self-funded album on the loose as of October 30th, and her own reality show on E! premiering November 3rd (not to mention co-hosting this year’s E! Emmy red carpet pre-game and her own clothing line, We Are Pop Culture), Milian’s skyrocketing star isn’t about to “dip it low.”

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healthintheknow We have been dazzled by both “Christina the actress” and “Christina the singer.” Which is more important to you?

I honestly love both. I’m just expressing myself in two different ways. I would never choose one over the other because I just love to entertain.

You have a very determined work ethic. Where did you learn that?

My parents—my dad, especially. He always taught me to never rely on anybody. He always said, “You only have yourself, so work hard.” Watching him work hard inspired me. After having my daughter, it was even more natural to give myself more energy to figure out what I really love, to go for my passions, and become an entrepreneur.

You have a great role on Grandfathered—which really speaks to the unique issues in modernday family dynamics. How important is the notion of family to you?

Parents and family make up a core value system for me. Having a mom and a dad who you know are always imprinted on your life makes a huge difference, from education to relationships to the decisions you make.

Do you draw anything from your own personal life for your role as the mother of baby Edie on the show?

Yes, my daughter’s dad and I have a friendship that is way beyond the relationship we had. Now, we get along as friends and know each other that way. I think that relation of being a mom is what got me the most on the show as well as co-parenting and being friends with the other parent.

What did you learn from your own grandfather?

Both my grandads came from Cuba to America to make a better life for their kids. That gives me a great example as a parent now to take chances. Not only for myself but for my daughter.

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How is your other show, Christina Milian Turned Up, on E! doing?

Great! I’m going to have two shows airing at the same time on Tuesdays, and on two different networks, which is pretty cool.

Turned Up can get pretty personal. What have you learned doing a reality show like this, with your family and friends in tow?

Getting to know my family and to know why I am the person that I am is an incredible feeling. It can be scary, sharing and opening up, but I think we are all human and all vulnerable.

Are you afraid of anything?

I used to be afraid of everything.

Running out of money, not being good at something, being nervous. When I started to try things that I was scared of, like Dancing with the Stars, I found it was never as bad as I thought. The trials and tribulations in my personal life are enough for me to say, “Okay, get over your fears and just go for it. There is nothing stopping you.”

You launched a five-song EP in October that you self-funded. How challenging was that?

The music wasn’t a challenge. It was more about taking a chance on funding myself [and] making sure that I budget everything correctly. Each song includes a music video. One song is called Do It with Lil’ Wayne and another one is called Like Me with Snoop Dogg.

People will get to follow my journey along while watching my TV show Christina Milian Turned Up. It’s a labor of love and I really get to express myself creatively with this project.

What was it like to work with Snoop Dogg?

Snoop is awesome. He’s someone I met somewhere along the line, and he has always been very supportive of my clothing line [We Are Pop Culture]. I just called him and said, “I have this song I would love for you to get on.” He

“My dad always taught me that negative words like ‘no’ and ‘can’t’ should not be in my vocabulary. It’s your job to make the most out of what you have.” literally got on it that night. Somebody like him—legendary who I grew up listening to—sets a great example of staying humble and cool. It’s not all about his money, but just being there for other people and trying new things.

You worked with your ex, Lil’ Wayne, quite a bit. What was that like?

He taught me, music-wise, that there are no limits to the amount of words you can have on a record. He just goes in the booth and speaks off the top of his head.

Watching him shows me there’s no limit to how you say things or what you want to say. You just have to go for it because you can always change it later.

As a woman who won’t take no for answer, where do you dig for your determination?

My dad always taught me that negative words like “no” and “can’t” should not be in my vocabulary. We have been blessed with opportunity. It’s your job to recognize it and make the most out of what you have. And it’s important to stay in touch with the people who help make you along the way. They are your biggest promoters. It’s always important to stay real.

LIPOSUCTION FOR HEALTH?

Once considered solely an aesthetic procedure, liposuction may have important health benefits. f you’re trying to lose weight, you are certainly not alone.

Forty percent of women and 24 percent of men are trying to lose weight at any given time in the United States, according to Y.L. Wright, author of Fat Loss Secrets That Really Work. In response to this demand, we have seen a host of products, systems, and diets all promising the holy grail: an easy way to get slim.

Studies have shown that traditional diets are not effective in the long run, since 90 to 95 percent of dieters regain their lost weight. Many give up and even resort to extreme measures such as lap bands or gastric bypass surgeries.

Studies on the aforementioned procedures show a failure rate (meaning subjects regained lost weight) of 20 percent for lap band surgery and 35 percent for gastric bypass surgery.

These failure rates don’t speak to health risks associated with these procedures.

The best, most logical approach to weight loss includes a healthy diet, hormone balance, and a regular exercise regimen. However, one of the more innovative thoughts in obesity treatment is to simply remove the fat via liposuction. Medical research now shows that the excess fat itself may be one source of this frustrating problem.

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By Dr. Sharon McQuillan

healththeskinny LESS IS MORE

o, how does simply removing fat take weight off and actually keep it off ? Here’s the concept: Adipose tissue functions as an important endocrine organ in your body, meaning that it produces cellular messengers that are responsible for metabolism and appetite, known as adipokines.

The more fat cells you have, the more adipokines you produce. If you produce too many, this can create a harmful imbalance in your body.

Excess abdominal fat is strongly associated with high blood sugar and insulin levels, harmful cholesterol levels, and inflammation—conditions that can increase the risk of heart disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and even some forms of cancer. What’s worse: Excess adipokines can actually make you gain more weight through their effects on important hormones like leptin, cortisol, and insulin.

Another way that fat begets fat is through environmental toxins stored within the fat cells. Dr. Paula BaillieHamilton was the first researcher to suggest that low-level exposure to environmental toxins has poundpromoting effects. Coined obesogens, these chemicals interfere with fat metabolism in a way that promotes obesity. Substances that we are exposed to everyday like plastics, pesticides, metals, and fire retardants can mimic or interfere with the function of hormones in our body. They can increase the number or size of fat cells, and they also affect the hormones responsible for controlling appetite.

Environmental toxins are just that— toxins—that can cause many health problems in addition to obesity. Your body stores these substances in fat but they are released in small quantities over time. Your body doesn’t have the ability to readily breakdown these chemicals to rid them from your body.

The theory is if the subcutaneous fat

is removed, then these weight-gaining chemicals will be removed with it. This may help with weight loss as well as overall health. The idea of liposuction offering health benefits is still a new and somewhat controversial idea because liposuction was developed to improve body image, and not health. The plastic surgery literature states that liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure and that it should be reserved for patients with a BMI less than 25. But, why?

Then, of course there is the social bias that overweight people should simply eat less and exercise more, and that this would solve their weight problems.

However, this ignores the emerging

one of the more innovative thoughts on obesity is to remove the fat via liposuction science supporting that having excess fat is a self-propagating condition.

There are numerous studies citing the many beneficial effects of subcutaneous fat removal. In the British Journal of Plastic Surgery, researchers evaluated insulin sensitivity and inflammatory blood markers in 30 obese women before and after liposuction procedures. When compared to baseline values, liposuction was associated with reductions in body weight, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory blood values associated with cardiovascular and metabolic conditions.

A study published in the journal

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery noted a group of physicians who decided to determine the effect of liposuction on type 2 diabetes based on their patients’ experiences and results. They found that patients who were obese and had serial liposuction treatments noted a substantial decrease in body fat as well as decreased appetite. This was further substantiated by a decrease in blood sugar levels in these patients of 18 percent as well as a drop in HbA1c (a marker for diabetes) of 2.3 percent.

SENSIBLY SLIM

r. Eric Swanson of the Swanson Center for Cosmetic & Laser Surgery in Leawood, Kansas, published groundbreaking evidence of the effects of liposuction and health.

The study measured triglyceride levels and cholesterol levels in 322 patients undergoing liposuction. Patients whose triglyceride levels were elevated pre-surgery experienced a 43 percent average reduction in triglyceride levels post-surgery. The study also found that white blood cell counts decreased an average of 11 percent post-liposuction. Elevated white blood cell counts are associated with inflammation linked to heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

This study further supports the theory that removing subcutaneous fat influences metabolic conditions, and therefore can positively affect the myriad medical maladies that obesity causes. Liposuction is currently the most popular cosmetic surgery in the U.S. It requires little down time and has proven safe and effective. More recently it is being considered as an adjunct to weight loss as well as a means to improve overall health. It will still be necessary for patients to commit to a healthy lifestyle, but it may be easier with immediate improvement in body image and fewer adipokines and toxins impeding progress.

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EAU D E HOM M E, ST Y L E IN A FLASH , & L L C O O L J FR E E Z ES T I ME

SPEEDY STYLE IN A FLASH Jon Ruti is the founder of New York City-based Rivay, a new clothing company inspired by motorsports.

Racing has a storied style heritage—Steve McQueen and Paul Newman were both avid racers—and we love Ruti’s classic take on gearhead culture.

NEW YOU: How would you sum up the Rivay aesthetic?

JON RUTI: It’s rugged and masculine, but refined where it counts.

NY: How did you curate the line’s launch?

JR: I couldn’t find good outerwear that looked natural in my transition from job to weekend adventures.

A well-tailored jacket will always carry the day.

NY: What makes car-culture clothing so timeless?

JR: We use traditional materials like waxed cotton, English wool, Italian linen, and Japanese cotton.

They’re functional, luxurious, and stood the test of time, protecting generations of fishermen, hunters, soldiers, and adventurers.

37 THE PERCENTAGE OF AMERICAN MEN WHO FOREGO COLOGNE.

SOURCE: 2013 NDP GROUP, INC., STUDY ON THE U.S. FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY

Love for Leica The Smell of Success A man’s signature scent need not be relegated to his neck or wrist— or any body part. Renowned Parisian perfumer Francis Kurkdjian has extended his perfume house’s reach into suit pockets across the world with a line of scented business card holders, crafted with the help of famous French saddle-maker Atelier Renard.

BEV BOOST Forget matcha—the next nutrientpacked pick-me-up is Guayusa (gwhy-you-sa), a naturally caffeinated Amazonian leaf sold as tea and in energy drinks, with 15 essential amino acids, twice the antioxidants of green tea, and heart healthy chlorogenic acids.

There’s no art form so tied to its attendant materiel as photography, which makes the debut of the stunning Leica Q ($4,250, us.leica-camera.com) so exciting for shutterbugs of every skill level. Iconic name aside, the compact fixed-lens digital camera boasts impressive specs, like a 24MP full-frame sensor, massive electronic viewfinder, and auto-focusing 28mm f/1.7 lens—all packaged with the same minimalist, form-followingfunction aesthetic that helped make the German company a household name.

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Grayers Windoek laptop case ($125, grayers.com)

Gentlemen’s Tonic Body Lotion ($50, gentlemenstonic.com)

Norwegian Wool Velmunden cashmere car coat ($1,095, norwegian-wool.com)

Asher Market James Alpaca blend throw, ($160, ashermarket.com)

STYLE STUD

Tis the season, so stock up on these handsome finds for some gentlemanly gifting.

By Elizabeth Hazard

Cockpit USA Barnstormers hat ($70, cockpitusa.com)

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Dr. Scholl’s Original Collection Trent sneaker ($130, drschollsshoes.com)

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FOREVER YOUNG

For Nico Tortorella—inked-up leading man on TV Land’s hit rom-com Younger—the future’s bright, the gym is church, and age is but a number. By Andrew C. Stone t’s not hard to understand why Liza, the lead character on TV Land’s generation-bending sitcom Younger (played by Sutton Foster), would fall head over heels for Nico Tortorella. The 27-year-old actor and model from Wilmette, Illinois, is bright-eyed and perennially upbeat, with a “bad boy” spread of tattoo coverage and an anything-goes approach to life that’s irresistible. Tortorella is recognizable for roles in Scream 4, as well as the series The Following and Make It or Break It—and now, with his juicy role on Younger, he’s teamed up with a top-notch crew that includes Sex and the City creator Darren Star and wardrobe stylist supreme Patricia Field.

Here, we catch up with Tortorella to talk tats, dreams, and staying fluid in how we define ourselves.

You’ve landed a great role on Younger, which boasts what is essentially a TV dream team.

Between Darren Star, Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff, Debi Mazar, and the rest of the cast and crew, it seems too good to be true sometimes.

Your character, Josh, is a young guy who falls head over heels for Sutton Foster, a 40-yearold who poses as a 26-year-old to be relevant in the work world. Were you familiar with Sutton—one of Broadway’s great performers— prior to this show?

I started to work on the pilot two days after I was cast, and to be honest, I had no idea who she was. Mind you, I grew up in musical theater, but somehow

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there was a blank spot there and I had no idea who she was. Didn’t bother to Google her on the way to work. I showed up and asked her, “So, what do you do?”

Very unassuming, she said, “I’ve done some theater here and there.” So says the multiple Tony Award-winning theater star Sutton Foster.

The on-screen romantic vibe between the two of you feels pretty organic.

There was immediate chemistry. Which is good, because it was trial by fire. We met an hour before we shot our first scene together.

Younger hits on sensitive subjects, like feeling relevant and wanted in today’s professional world and society. What’s your take on the show’s message?

We’re living in a time when age, race, gender, sexuality, and everything else about ourselves has become very fluid.

This show makes the point that it’s time for everyone to be treated as equals. And what’s great is it does it in such a fun way.

That’s the genius of Darren Star. Watch any episode of Sex and the City. It was all so fast-paced and exciting, yet touched on concepts that are really identifiable.

Younger is about to start shooting its second season. How does its formula work without trying to be a Sex and the City offshoot?

Well, first off, it makes great sense to move the New York story to Brooklyn, where so much is happening. I remember from Sex and the City, when Miranda got a house in Brooklyn and it was so

unheard of. Nowadays, most of my friends live in Brooklyn. Beyond that, it was time to write new characters. Sex and the City lived a long story line, complete with two movies, and it will always mean a lot to its fans. This show is its entirely own thing.

Tell us about Josh. He’s in his mid-twenties, he’s a tattoo artist, and he seems pretty earnest in his aspirations.

Josh is a typical Brooklyn dude who wants everyone to be happy. He wants to drink beer, make cool music, chill out, and tattoo people. With Sutton’s character, he comes across as someone who’s excited to learn about his world.

Everything’s exciting for her, and that’s the basis of their entire relationship. He’s psyched every day, too.

You also get to work with one of our favorite actresses, Debi Mazar.

Debi reminds me a lot of women from my family and those I grew up with.

She’s definitely not afraid of speaking her mind. Really, there’s amazing camaraderie all over the set. There’s not a weak link. Usually on a show, there’s one person on set who’s causing drama, or who’s never happy, or who’s sleeping around. This set is so easy. The women all have families and I have a lot of stuff going on in the city, so we come to work, have fun, and go have our lives.

On the show you’re obviously really fit, and even introduce Sutton’s character to CrossFit and urban dodgeball leagues. What’s your personal approach to looking great?

I’m in much more ridiculous shape now than I was in the first season. There was definitely a point while shooting the first season when working out was a chore.

But I stopped drinking at the beginning of the year to see how far I could go without it. It’s felt amazing. I’ve been doing hot yoga and about two hours at the gym a day. Such is the life of an off-season actor. I really love being at the gym.

This is a very good-natured, fun show.

Does your family tune in?

Oh, my family is more excited about this than everything else I’ve ever done. I’m not dying or killing people. I’m not being chased by Ghostface [from Scream 4]. All my mom and grandma ever wanted for me was that I do a romantic comedy, and this is basically a six and a half hour romantic comedy, coming back for a second round.

Josh is a tattoo artist. What’s your take on this generation’s proliferation of body art? Has it impacted your career?

I’m covered in tattoos—I started getting them when I was 15. A lot of my good friends are tattoo artists. I get most of my work done at Shamrock Tattoo in L.A. Now, I do think my generation is going to be the last one covered in tattoos. A lot of my younger cousins and their friends don’t look at tattoos the same way.

They’re saying, “I want to be the kid who doesn’t have tattoos.” Me, I will always continue to have tattoos.

Just don’t mark up that face.

I keep having a recurring dream about having my face tattooed, and in it I always call my agent, who freaks out.

That’s not in the game plan. Honestly, I’ve been really lucky with work, in that 75 percent of my parts have been able to show my tattoos.

we’re living in a time when age, race, gender, and sexuality has become fluid

Younger is a great launching pad for you. Tell us about your long-term career goals and how you see yourself growing in this industry?

I really love working on TV. Sure, a big blockbuster would be nice but I just want to continue working and doing stuff that is satisfying. I’ve been writing a lot with my best friend, who has been a writer on a few different shows. We’ll go on vacation and knock out a script. We currently have a high-action script in the works and the idea for a cartoon loosely based on my life. It’s great to throw a bunch of stuff up and see what sticks.

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CALM, COOL, COLLECTED

Few entertainers have landed as many knockout punches as iconic rapper and affable actor LL Cool J. How does he do it, and what’s the secret to his incredible physique? Read on. By Andrew C. Stone

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men’spowerhouse yrically on point and impeccably produced, the songs of James Todd Smith— better known to the world as LL Cool J—are counted among the most significant anthems in hip-hop history, and rightly so. “I’m Bad,” “Around the Way Girl,” Going Back to Cali,” “Mama Said Knock You Out”… these tracks blew our hair back when they first hit the airwaves, and they still get your feet moving to this day. Mr. Smith, a natural born entertainer, has parlayed his chart-topping charm into a thriving acting career, grabbing attention in films like Any Given Sunday, Deep Blue Sea, and S.W.A.T. For six seasons, he and costar Chris O’Donnell have played a clever crime-fighting duo at the helm of NCIS: Los Angeles, and this past summer, he hosted the hit celebrity competition show Lip Sync Battle on Spike.

Here, LL shares his thoughts on his rock ‘em, sock ‘em staying power, respecting your audience, and the secret to his success in TV’s golden age.

We’ve been having fun watching you host the goings-on of Lip Sync Battle. Are you surprised by how popular that show has been?

I’ve been very pleasantly surprised by it.

When you start a show like that you’re always hopeful people will enjoy it, but we had no idea it would end up becoming as popular as it has.

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You’re a pretty universally likable guy. Did hosting this show feel like a natural fit?

I always just try to do the best job I can and stay in my lane. I try to be funny, but I never get delusional and start to think I’m Billy Crystal. It’s really important to respect the audience and keep it all really simple. I have to give the Grammys a lot of credit. I’ve hosted 10 or so Grammy Award presentations, and it’s given me a pretty good foundation for this show.

There is no shortage of fantastic shows on the air right now, drawing tons of talented actors.

How does it feel to be on the small screen so much today?

We keep hearing that this is the golden age of television, and it really is. There are lots of great actors doing great work.

I’m really excited that I get the opportunity to live out my dreams and entertain people. The average person faces so many issues throughout a day. Now, I’m not curing cancer, but hopefully I’m making people smile.

A big part of making others smile is having a great time yourself. What does the acting experience bring to you?

It’s all about having fun, and no different really from making music. A part of me is still all about making music; to this day, I very much enjoy going out on tour.

The thing about reaching for your dreams is that you have to believe you can do it.

There’s nothing like the instant gratification that comes from performing live. If you’re doing something right or wrong, they’ll definitely let you know.

NCIS: Los Angeles has been going strong for six years now, yes?

Yes. We actually just had a great big get-together to celebrate the show’s 150th episode. A lot of the studio crew came out to help us celebrate. It’s been great to acknowledge the minds behind the show, and to talk about things going well.

Your NCIS: Los Angeles costar, Chris O’Donnell, recently spoke about the great bond you’ve developed. What’s that relationship like for you?

Chris is such a great guy to work with,

and brings a lot of positive energy to the set. We laugh every day and he teases me.

No one else does that, and I really appreciate it. For example, I’m not a morning person at all. I’ll show up on set looking like I need about 10 cups of coffee before I get going. He won’t miss the opportunity to point it out. That keeps me humble and allows us to be friends. But we truly are a family—the cast and the crew. We’re all blessed and lucky to have this kind of camaraderie and energy going on.

Recently, Vanity Fair wrote an article out of the blue about the making of the 1990 album Mama Said Knock You Out. It spoke highly of your significance in the evolution of hip-hop.

Were you surprised when you read it?

Yes, I have to say that was a very positive article. The press has been very good to me through the years. That whole album was so fun to create, and it’s pretty wonderful to celebrate the success of a record I put a lot of love into so many years ago.

The Mama Said Knock You Out era also introduced the world to an extremely in-shape vision of LL Cool J. Your fitness became the stuff of legend. What’s your approach?

As far as my fitness goes, I make sure to mix it up between weights and cardio, as well as boxing. As a meal replacement, I’ll often do some whey protein with a banana and a large spoonful of cottage cheese. It fills me up really nicely, and the protein in the cottage cheese keeps me from getting too hungry. I’ve written books on nutrition and exercise, and it’s really important for me to be conscious of what I allow into my body.

You seem to be the master of many mediums.

How is it you’ve been able to find success in so many areas and stay true to who you are?

The thing about reaching for your dreams is that you have to believe you can do it. And you really have to have a generous spirit.

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M OV E EV ERY DAY TO H E AP O N T H E G O O D H E ALT H .

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WEEKS OF INACTIVITY LEADS TO A 25 PERCENT REDUCTION IN MUSCULAR STRENGTH. IT TAKES YOU THREE TIMES AS LONG TO REGAIN IT. BOTTOM LINE: IF YOU CAN HELP IT, DON’T TAKE LONG BREAKS FROM EXERCISE. SOURCE: UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN

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DRINK THIS, WORK OUT LONGER Skip the protein shakes and get your juice on. A new study from the American Physiological Society reports that beet juice can boost exercise performance. Beet juice, a rich dietary source of nitrates, helps blood vessels dilate more easily, increases blood flow, and reduces the amount of oxygen the heart needs during exercise.

Beet juice also helps lower blood pressure. Can’t drink straight beet juice? Mix it with carrots, apples, oranges, bananas, or avocados to your own juicing liking.

Stretches for the Hell-Bent on Heels If you regularly wear high heels, you may be weakening your ankles. Ankle muscles continuously contract to keep you upright, say researchers at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. As your muscles adapt to wearing heels, you need less contraction, though, which leads to a shortening of the muscles—and potential injury. For a possible fix, try standing toe raises: Balance on one foot and stretch lower leg muscles using a towel to pull your other foot toward you for 30 seconds. Or do your feet a favor and switch to flats (at least sometimes).

One Simple Change Steer clear of high-fat foods. A study shows that high-fat diets can cause inflammation in the brain and make it difficult to stay motivated to make healthy choices. Next time, pass on the super side of mac and cheese and you’ll find it a little easier to stay on course.Source: University of Montreal and the CHUM Research Centre.

Exercise Update

Here are more good reasons to keep that body in motion!  Improve attention span: Ramp up the intensity of your exercise—for any amount of time—and increase your ability to focus, says a study in the journal PLOS ONE.  Boost male bone health: Strength training boosts female bone health and slows bone loss, but a new study from the University of Missouri says it’s the same for middle-aged men.  Improve sleep: Activities like yoga, weight lifting, running, and gardening will ensure a solid snooze, according to a University of Pennsylvania study. Childcare and housework? Not so much.

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Track Your Ovulation (and Everything Else) Want a smart piece of jewelry? Look no further than the Bellabeat LEAF ($119, bellabeat.com) tracker. It’s beautifully designed so you can wear it as a necklace, bracelet, or clip-on pin. The device is able to monitor your ovulation, sleep patterns, and stress levels, and gives you real-time feedback on how to change your habits and your lifestyle—for the better.

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UPWARD SLOPE

One of the best ways to beat the winter blues? Jumping into the snow with both feet—especially if they’re attached to a snowboard or a pair of skis. By Angela Arsenault

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fitnessalfresco learned how to ski when I was 14 years old. I recall bitterly cold winds and frozen fingers that could barely grip my poles. I remember thinking my skis weren’t “cool” enough and feeling self-conscious of my rented gear. Almost all of my memories from that one winter on the slopes are so powerfully negative that they kept me away from the slopes for 24 years.

But you know how the old song goes: Climb every mountain! So I decided to hit a snowy one in Vermont in an effort to make new snow memories (and for at least five other excellent reasons). I signed myself up for an eight-week women’s snowboarding clinic at Smugglers’ Notch Resort (also known simply as “Smuggs”) in Jeffersonville, Vermont, last January. To say that I was nervous would be an understatement; I couldn’t sleep the night before my first lesson, and I packed and re-packed my gear three times before I felt adequately prepared.

Complicating, yet also complementing, this decision was the fact that my two kids, then ages four and six, were getting their first experience with snowy sports—and I didn’t want them to start

out with an avalanche of bad impressions like I did so many years before.

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s it so happens, this reasoning brings lots of women out to the mountain, says Julie Silverman, coordinator of Women’s Programs at Smuggs, which started three years ago when resort officials realized that the moms getting their kids into lessons were left without a program of their own.

“Women’s-only clinics remove the ego-driven, competitive, push beyond the max attitude that can rear its ugly head in co-ed clinics,” Silverman says.

“Most women respond better to supportive, collaborative learning environments where they are guided by a trusted female coach—a role model—who helps to build confidence, expand their personal comfort zone, and develop skills to take control of new challenges and fears as they arise.”

You caught that, right?

“As” they arise. Not “if.”

Because, boy-oh-boy, is it scary to strap your feet onto a snowboard or skis and head down a mountain. It’s scary to actively override your highly developed, though likely hyperactive, danger sensor. And it’s scary to feel vulnerable; to realize how little you know about

something, at this age, and to admit that you need help. Doing all of these things, though, will make you a stronger person—emotionally and physically. It’s wonderfully unavoidable.

COLD PLAY

rofessional ski instructor Heidi Ettlinger is going on her fourteenth year without a summer.

During the northern hemisphere’s colder months, she coaches at Heavenly Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe, California. When the snow melts there, she dashes down under to Australia to coach skiing at Mount Hotham.

That’s because, for Ettlinger, there is nothing more invigorating or life-affirming than plummeting down a powdery slope. And her frosty passion is fueled by the fact that it’s very unlikely she will reach a moment where the excitement of learning— even with experience and accolades—will ever stop.

“Because the mountain environment is constantly changing, you’re constantly wanting to get better,” she explains.

Jon Schriner, D.O., a fellow with the American College of Sports Medicine in practice at the Michigan Center for Athletic Medicine, advises that it’s important

to “get lessons with a professional ski instructor, preferably an individual lesson versus group,” when you’re starting out. Ettlinger concurs: “Lessons plus fitness equals good technique,” which helps skiers get better, faster, and “ultimately have more fun on the slopes.”

CENTRAL ZONE

ne of the secrets to success with the sport isn’t about fancy footwork, though; it revolves around your core. “In skiing, your upper body twists one way, your lower body twists the other, and that’s how you perform turns,” says Schriner. For stability in these turns, core strength is key.

This, of course, is something you can prepare for far in advance. Jennifer Simpson, who, like Ettlinger, is a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America Alpine Team, and who coaches at Aspen⁄ Snowmass, says that “for basic skiing, if your workout involves some strength, mobility, and cardio, you’ve got a good foundation.”

POWDER POWER

ut it’s not all about the body; as I learned, your brain is a big part of slope success, too. “One of the

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WHAT’S IN YOUR PACK? Professional ski instructor Heidi Ettlinger’s top five tips for preparing for a day of dominating the slopes: ➜ Fuel Up First Thing: Eat as if you were preparing for a day hike or other outdoor activity. “Plenty of carbs and protein for sustainable energy,” she says. Think egg and bacon sandwich, oatmeal with berries or fruit, or whole grain pancakes with pure maple syrup.

➜ Layer on the Warmth: Try an inner layer of long underwear, a middle layer of fleece or a sweater, an outer layer combo of wind and water-resistant jacket and pants, and a single pair of socks that are ski specific— long enough to cushion your lower leg and foot and keep you warm and comfortable. ➜ Avoid the Mid-day SlopeSlump: Keep your energy up with easy-to-digest carbs and a bit of protein, too, like a hearty bowl of chili and a whole-grain bread roll. And don’t forget the snacks! “I always carry some kind of power bar in my pocket.”

There is nothing more invigorating or lifeaffirming than plummeting down a powdery slope.

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it’s a different class in the gym. Enjoy the fact that you will feel different and move differently than you have before,” Simpson says. “If there’s a moment where you get frustrated, do your best to embrace it because that’s where the learning happens.”

By facing my many fears and getting up after I fell

(over and over again), I reached a proficiency level of which I am proud.

But the big bonus had less to with advances I made on my board than what it felt like to seize a new, exciting opportunity (and tackle an old, frozen prejudice). As Silverman says, “It’s a chance to be a kid again.”

Power: When you’re not hydrating you are dehydrating, says Ettlinger.

“Because of the dry winter air, along with indoor heating, you may find yourself needing to hydrate more often, especially to ward off feeling sluggish in the morning.

➜ Don’t Deprive Your Digits: “Personally I love my Hestra three-finger mittens for dexterity and warmth,” says Ettlinger, “and I always wear a neck warmer for protection from wind, blowing snow, and the sun.”

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biggest things we’re coaching is mental tactics—getting people to trust and believe in themselves so that they can do the things that the mountain asks of them,” she says.

One of the best ways to work on this is to try anything new during non-ski months. “Even if

➜ Heap on the Hydro-

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GUT TER CREDIT

Looking to improve your ability to balance? CrossFit may well hit the body bullseye. By Angela Arsenault

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fitnesscrossfit here’s a good chance that most of the hundreds of thousands of people streaming into CrossFit gyms worldwide are not necessarily thinking about improving their balance when they take on the workout of the day (WOD, in CrossFit parlance). But with its unique blend of metabolic conditioning, gymnastics, and weightlifting, CrossFit provides a stellar wholebody way to do just that.

CrossFit founder Greg Glassman has said that the sport was designed to address 10 general physical skills: cardiovascular endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, accuracy, and balance. Of these, “balance is more neurological, so you have to train the body through repetition,” says the owner of Old City CrossFit in Washington, D.C., Erin Losie, adding that there are lots of different movements that help a CrossFitter improve her balance. Many are done during the warmup portion of the workout, such as handstand kick-ups.

By kicking up into a handstand position against a wall, you can start to become more comfortable with being inverted, which takes “incredible core strength and balance,” says Losie.

As you move further into a CrossFit workout, you’re likely to encounter a weightlifting component. Whether

every lift requires a strong kinetic chain, and that is what helps you maintain balance it’s powerlifting (squat, bench press, and deadlift) or Olympic-style (snatch, clean, and jerk), here’s where CrossFit can provide a surprisingly powerful boon to your balance.

“Every lift requires a strong kinetic chain, and that is what helps you maintain balance,” says Tyler Barnes, owner of CrossFit TT in South Burlington, Vermont. He describes a strong kinetic chain as the ability to “use all of your muscle groups in tandem,” versus working one muscle group at a time.

With the Olympic lifts in particular, Barnes says, “you’re asking folks to start in a position of high stability, then, during the explosive phase of the movement, the athlete is in a relatively unstable position,” returning to a stable squat position to complete the lift. When done correctly, though, moving in and out of stable

positions quickly and with added weight is a valuable training tool for everyday movements, like bending over or simple activities like a short hike.

One of Losie’s CrossFit clients is deaf and losing his vision, a key factor in maintaining balance. He came to her gym looking to find a solution. “He loves hiking but he hadn’t been able to hike because he had really poor balance as a result of vision loss,” she says. After roughly six months of daily CrossFit workouts, Losie’s client had improved his balance so much that he was able to start hiking again.

“He felt confident that he wasn’t going to fall and really hurt himself,” she said.

That result would not be surprising to Barnes, who says that weightlifting is a type of “functional movement,” or one that teaches the human body to move the way it was designed to. “As we evolved, we didn’t have tools or assistance devices that enabled us to pick stuff up,” he says. “We had to learn how to use our bodies to do it effectively so that we wouldn’t get hurt.”

Not getting hurt is still a high priority for most humans. As I watch some CrossFit weightlifting videos, I think, That looks like it would harm, rather than help, my body. Chiropractor Lindsey Mathews, a CrossFit coach at Deuce Gym in Venice, California, says she thought the same thing before joining. But after completing her Level 1 training, as well as other CrossFit seminar courses, Mathews understood that finding a great coach and the right gym was key, as was taking the time to learn proper form.

Mathews says that the full-body nature of weightlifting “exposes parts of our bodies that we aren’t using or that we’ve neglected.” By mindfully improving your balance, you can accomplish the everyday goal of performing simple tasks with strength and ease, like hopping over a toy left on the floor or placing your luggage in an overhead bin. “We want our members to be able to play with the little kids in their lives until the kids get tired,” says Losie, “not the other way around.”

CAN I GET A DOCTOR’S NOTE? As with most fitness modalities, check with your doctor before showing up at your local CrossFit affiliate. Dr. Stefan Montgomery, a family and sports medicine physician in Spartanburg, South Carolina, says that “CrossFit can lead to very high heart rates and high anaerobic components. Some people [over age 50] need a stress test before starting this rigorous of an exercise program.” And for weightlifting, in particular, Dr. Montgomery says to be especially mindful of your form during the latter part of the workout when muscles are fatigued.

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We’ve called on some of our favorite fitness pros to help us sweat out those winter blues.

By Andrew C. Stone

THE YOGAFIT FACTOR There’s fit and there’s YogaFit—the effective, soul-engaging approach from yoga pioneer Beth Shaw, whose YogaFit offers instruction in more than 50 specialized methods. We caught up with her as two new books—YogaLean and YogaFit for Athletes, due out Spring 2016—hit shelves: How can yoga improve your life? ➜ Throughout my life I have suffered from depression, so daily practice is key for balance and

to remain even-keeled. Working out almost daily is crucial for me, as is meditation. I find meditation to be an amazing way to reconnect the mind and body. I now practice TM [transcendental meditation] and I’ve also gone gluten-free, which has really improved my life. But yoga is the gateway drug.

What are some guidelines to wellness? ➜ Take your health seriously. Many people define success by their achievements, degrees, or

financial gain. I have a different measuring stick. I define success as: Are you healthy? Are you happy? Are you making a positive contribution to the world? Are you prosperous, and not just in a material way but spiritually abundant? Eighty percent of all adult disease is self-created, so your health really is in your hands.

PUSH PAST YOUR PLATEAUS Fitness has entered the era of lightning-fast scientific discovery via genetics. The U.K.-based company, FitnessGenes, takes the search for optimal fitness results into the lab, analyzing your individual nutritional needs by way of a saliva sample. Upon analysis of more than 40 gene variations, you learn the optimal training, macronutrients, and supplements to help you get results ($199 for the DNA Performance Kit, fitnessgenes.com).

Rather than looking outside for your answers, perhaps it’s time to look within.

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➜ Musico gives the nod to the Bauerfeind GenuTrain Knee Brace ($104, bauerfeind. com). “This is the most comfortable support brace out there. It provides a high level of support without restricting range of motion, and it uses a soft mesh that’s machine washable.”

If you suspect you’ve got an issue, consult a good orthopedic specialist right away. Also, stay away from any heavy squatting until a pro gives you the green light. A good alternative for non-resistant exercise while you heal? Swimming. ➜ Rage Fitness Soft Stone Atlas Ball ($180 to $550, ragefitness.com) is also a fave. “You may remember the old strongman competitions, where a guy would hurl this big, heavy cement ball into the air?” Musico says. “These are the much more userfriendly, updated versions.

They range in size from 50 to 250 pounds, and there are great exercises that incorporate them.” ➜ Musico deems BioSteel ($60, biosteel.com) to be the king of protein. “It comes in chocolate and vanilla, and tastes great, not chalky or like chemicals, as is often the case with protein drinks.

There’s no sugar, it’s low in carbohydrates, and it delivers 23 grams of highquality protein per serving.

That kind of supplementation is unprecedented.”

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PACKING A WALLOP Heavy-hitter with a heart of gold Danny Musico, former Super Middleweight boxing champ and owner of his own elite Beverly Hills boxing gym, checks in with three training musts.

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Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University have discovered that the critical factor in predicting the likelihood of catching a cold is not age, stress level, race, or even socioeconomic status. The most accurate predictor is how many hours of sleep you snooze. Study results show that those sleeping less than six hours per night the week before exposure to the cold virus were 4.2 times more likely to fall ill than those who received more than seven hours of sleep per night. Another reason to get your beauty rest!

THINK BEFORE YOU INK Hollywood celebrities, rock stars, and Sons of Anarchy have made tattoos commonplace. In fact, 45 million people, or 40 percent of adults age 26-40, have at least one. However, a recent contamination of certain tattoo inks resulted in infection from mycobacterium chelonae and mold. There is currently very little regulation regarding the source and composition of tattoo inks, so be sure to screen your artist and also ask detailed questions regarding the source of the inks used. For more information, visit fda.gov.

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After much scrutiny (and controversy), the FDA has approved a drug that deals with female sexual desire. Flibanserin, brand name Addyi (Sprout Pharmaceuticals) has been approved for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women.

However, this is not a female version of Viagra, which works by increasing blood flow to male sexual organs. Flibanserin modifies the brain neurotransmitter serotonin, which helps increase a woman’s ability to become sexually aroused. Among the FDA’s concerns is the risk of sudden fainting and the dangers of combining Addyi with alcohol.

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MILLION AMERICANS WEAR CONTACT LENSES. THE AVERAGE AGE OF CONTACT LENS WEARERS IS 31.

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Cellfina is the first non-laser device FDAapproved for the long-term improvement of cellulite. Lasting up to one year, Cellfina is an automated mechanical device that works by disrupting the fibrous tissue bands that connect the skin to muscle, which account for the mattress-like, dimpled appearance of cellulite.

In a two-year clinical study, Cellfina improved the appearance of cellulite in 98 percent of those treated. Only one treatment is required, it takes about an hour per area, and ranges from $3,000-$6,000. Look for Cellfina to arrive in physician offices in early 2016.

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A CHEEKY EXPERIENCE Need a lift? Restylane Lyft (formerly known as Perlane) is the latest FDA-approved hyaluronic acid filler for cheek augmentation. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that is present in our skin and is known for its ability to hydrate the skin by retaining water, which results in a smooth, full, supple appearance. Clinical trials showed 88.7 percent of those treated with Restylane Lyft had improved fullness in the mid-facial area at two months, with more than half maintaining it at 12 months.

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Keep Your Lids Aloft Suffering from droopy eyelids?

Your contact lenses may be to blame. A study of identical twins compared eyelid droopiness (or ptosis) in those wearing hard, soft, or no contact lenses and found that those wearing any kind of contacts had a one-half to one millimeter droopiness measurement. While this may seem small, in the eye area it translates into a significant difference in appearance. Switch off to glasses and give your lids a respite.

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There’s good reason you’ve been hearing more buzz about stem cells in skin-care products. These potent compounds can help rejuvenate your skin—but not all are created equal. By Karen Asp

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put directly into a jar—and, in another common misunderstanding, you can’t slather stem cells directly onto your skin.

Instead, when companies say they’re using products from stem cells, they usually mean ingredients derived from stem cells, says Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., consulting professor in dermatology at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.

Most stem cells actually need to be purified, which requires them to be grown in Petri dishes in laboratories where they’re fed a diet high in proteins, amino acids, and glucose. When they have cell-to-cell contact, as they do in a Petri dish, they begin communicating with each other. As a result, released proteins called growth factors signal other cells and cause growth or changes to occur in your body, Gonzalez says.

The end result is a cultured media, a sort of broth in a sense, that gets added to skin-care products.

Some stem cells are derived from plants and flowers for skin-care products.

ighting the effects of aging, especially on your face, is no easy task. The hands of time, after all, are master sculptors of laugh lines and crow’s feet, and they’re often stubborn about changing their works of art.

Stem cells have become a buzzword in the skin-care industry for one, simple fact: They work. Yet not all stem cells are created equal. First, stem cells are derived from several sources. And while they’re all used in skin-care products, they don’t all work the same way—which is why you need to get educated about them so you can make wise buying decisions for your epidermis.

THE NATURE OF STEM CELLS ➜ No doubt you’re familiar with stem cells for their contribution to the medical field, as stem

cells can regenerate and form different cells, which can then aid in counteracting numerous diseases. One stem cell, for instance, could turn into new tissue for the knee or the heart, depending on

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what signals it’s receiving from the body, says Rafael Gonzalez, Ph.D., vice president of research and development with DaVinci Biosciences in Yorba Linda, California.

So why add them to skin-care products? Anti-aging properties. “Just as conditions like heart disease are caused by inflammation in the body, so, too, is aging skin,” says John Sanderson, M.D., C.E.O. and chief science officer with Cellese Regenerative Therapeutics in Newport Beach, California, adding that this process has its own name: Inflammaging. Sun exposure, environmental toxins like smoking, gravity, and repetitive facial expressions all take their toll on facial skin, contributing to inflammaging. “Yet by using growth factors and compounds called cytokines from stem cells,” he says, “you can create an anti-inflammatory cocktail that helps repair aging skin and creates healthier, younger-looking skin.”

Stem cells on their own, though, aren’t shelf stable, meaning that they can’t be

THE PROOF IS IN THE PUDDING ➜ While stem cell-derived ingredients in skin-care products might sound like a marketing gimmick, there’s emerging proof they

work. One of the most cited studies involves application of a topical skincare product with growth factors in which over 78 percent of individuals with sun-damaged skin showed improvements after 60 days. The topical also increased new formation of collagen, which gives skin its strength and structure, and thickens the epidermis, the skin’s outermost layer.

The evidence is so convincing, in fact, that just as there’s a food pyramid to help you select the healthiest foods for your body, there’s now a Skin Health and Beauty Pyramid, according to the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. The pyramid consists of three layers, starting with a base of necessities for protection and repair (think SPF and antioxidants); a middle layer to help moisturize, exfoli-

medicalskin science ate, and turn over cells with products like retinoids and alpha hydroxy acids; and a top layer for stimulation, which includes peptides and growth factors. “Think of that top layer as the finishing touch,” Draelos says.

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➜ So, where are companies getting stem cells for skin-care products? The three main

sources include plants like those from sea fennel, edelweiss, gardenia, green tea, and lilac; animals (think calf amniotic and sheep placental stem cells); and people. The catch, though? “Not all stem cells work the same,” Gonzalez says.

“The truth is that the most efficient, most effective stem cells for humans are those derived from people.”

To understand why, remember that the main task of growth factors is to send messages to other cells to stimulate growth, repair, and rejuvenation. They do this by using what Gonzalez describes as a lock-and-key system. Cells in your body have protein receptors, or locks.

Meanwhile, other cells release proteins, or growth factors, which act as a key.

Those proteins bind to receptors and activate cells to do their job correctly.

Stem cells, however, are different in every source, and although some growth factors may be similar between two sources, the fact that they’re not the same causes communication issues.

“Growth factors from plants and animals can’t talk to human cells,” Sanderson says. It’s similar to when you try to use your cell phone in an area where your provider doesn’t have service. The signal ultimately fails.

Yet don’t discount stem cells from plants in particular, as they have the ability to aid your skin. “Plant growth factors won’t work on humans, but they do contain beneficial antioxidants for the skin,” Draelos says.

When skin-care companies extract stem cells from plants like raspberry or green tea, after all, they culture and

centrifuge those stem cells. “In the end, you get a pure, reproducible source of antioxidants grown in an environmentally controlled chamber, removed from pollution and fertilizer,” Draelos says.

Plus, because the stem cells are grown under standardized conditions, you know exactly how many antioxidants (for instance, catechins in green tea) a product contains, which has always been a problem in the past.

UNDERSTANDING HUMAN STEM CELLS ➜ In sourcing human stem cells for cosmetics, companies have a few options. They can grow

stem cells in the lab, bioengineering them from either your stem cells or those of another person, umbilical cords, bone marrow, placental tissue or fat, or they can get them straight from fat tissue without any modifications.

That begs an obvious question: Is one better than the other when it comes to improving skin health? Experts agree that bioengineered seems to be best.

“Bioengineered stem cells are pure stem cells without other contaminating cell types,” Gonzalez says. “They also have defined properties, which is why they

may be a better source than ones straight from tissue.”

Trouble is, though, it’s difficult to know what you’re buying in a skin-care product. That’s why Gonzalez recommends doing your homework and contacting companies to ask where their stem cells come from.

Just don’t let price dictate your purchase, as more expensive doesn’t always translate into higher quality or efficacy. For instance, some products using stem cells from fat tissues are more expensive than ones using bone marrow, Sanderson says. “Active research and efforts are being made to understand the best profile of growth factors and the best concentration for skin rejuvenation.

As we gain a better understanding, we may find that different concentrations and profiles work best for certain conditions. We need more studies but the good news is that the current products work,” says Dr. Gonzalez.

Granted, stem cell-derived ingredients in your skin-care regimen can’t change your chronological age. But with the right ones on your side, they’re one of the most potent tools for giving your facial skin new life.

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Striking, disarming, and wise, former Miss World, prolific Hindi movie actress, recording artist Priyanka Chopra brings her myriad charms to ABC’s Quantico, imbuing the show’s lead character with the same fiery spirit that has consistently driven her to the top.

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NEW YOU: How would you describe your character, Alex, on ABC’s new series, Quantico?

PRIYANKA CHOPRA: She is sexy and intelligent. She puts things

together a lot—definitely a female Jason Bourne.

NY: Would you say your character reflects you a little?

PC: She’s starting to. I’m a bit of an introvert, but Alex isn’t.

She’s my bold alter ego; someone I want to be when I grow up.

NY: In one scene, Alex boldly scolds a man with whom she’s previously had sex but who tries to feign ignorance. How does Alex treat men?

PC: Her sole focus is to be the best FBI agent ever, and men just

RIYANKA CHOPRA, 33, IS A WOMAN ON A

mission. In the blink of a decade, she has starred in nearly 50 Hindi movies, hosted several Indian television shows, written columns for Elle.com, The New York Times, and The Times of India, and recorded four songs in America. But Chopra is more than just a strikingly pretty face. A passionate advocate for women’s rights and the education of girls, Chopra’s childhood experience of being bullied pushes her to make positive change for others—and the memory of her beloved father, indelibly scrolled in a tattoo on her right wrist, reminds her to be true to herself.

Crowned Miss

World in 2000, Chopra found herself catapulted into the international spotlight, spurring her to become one of India’s highest–paid actresses and one of the country’s most prolific celebrities. But this was no lucky fluke of fame; Chopra has learned through hard work and determination to trust her inner voice and construct a life built upon true self-esteem. We caught up with her in Montreal as she prepares to tackle America, stepping into the lead role on ABC’s new fall series, Quantico.

come and go. That’s how her character thinks. I’ve always believed in breaking barriers when it comes to picking roles, whether it’s in indie movies or on television. I like being able to break down stereotypes and do the unexpected. That’s what Alex is for me.

NY: You have a history of taking on strong female characters in Hindi films. Was it a challenge in that society?

PC: In the last decade, both society and films have changed.

Female protagonist films are a huge success now. People want to hear about strong girls who take charge of their lives, because young India is like that today. Women don’t want to be treated as inferior anymore. We want our rights and the ability to stand on our own two feet. We want to be treated with the respect we deserve.

NY: This speaks to your philanthropy. Why are you passionate about girl’s education and empowering girls to explore?

PC: I feel extremely passionate about girls being able

to be independent. My parents taught me that; I was raised like that. My parents never differentiated my brother and me. We were raised equally. We were taught to have opinions, make decisions, and have the courage of conviction. I believe girls all over the world [have been] raised to believe that we need to be protected, or need someone else to feel validated and strong. Now we are in a time where we are enough. We are complete as ourselves, and our flaws make us unique. Perfection is boring anyway.

As soon as you find and identify your flaws, there’s no one who can be like you. From that you can take your confidence.

NY: What about women who lose hope?

PC: I don’t believe in hope. I believe in taking charge of

your life. I don’t think that we should say, “My life will change and be better.” It’s important to work backwards: Identify what your goal is and work backwards and see what is the route to go from there. I’m not just saying this because I am in a privileged position today. I come from a really small town called Bareilly in India. If I can sit here today doing this interview, talking about an international TV show, and almost 50 Hindi movies behind me, it can happen for anyNEWYOU.COM

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I believe in taking charge of your life.

I was bullied in school, but I got up one day and said, ‘Enough.’

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one. I had major self-esteem issues growing up and was always very nervous and scared as a kid. I was bullied in school. But I got up one day and said, “Enough.” The color of my skin, the hair I have—there are many things about me that may not be conventional. But as soon as I chose to own it and walk out the door wearing confidence, people looked at me differently.

NY: It was brave of you to come to America at 13. Whose decision was it for you to move to Boston?

PC: My mom’s sisters and brothers live in America, and I came

for vacation with her. I had to go to one of my cousin’s schools, and I was really fascinated by high school in America. I asked my mom if I could stay and study. We sat down one night over dinner and talked out the pros and cons of living in another country without my parents at 13. Since I would be living with my mom’s sister—I insisted I was old enough to do it—my mom said okay.

NY: You encountered some bullying in high school. What happened?

PC: There was this bunch of girls who were just mean to me.

When you are 14 and 15, it’s a big deal to be called “brownie” and hear, “Go back to your country.” I was really scared. I felt I could not deal with it and that I should go home. Ultimately, I am glad I went home, because at 17 I went on to win Miss India and Miss World. Then, the movies happened. Now I am back [in America] with a little more confidence.

NY: Do you think it was the bullying that made you so determined in life?

PC: Subconsciously, maybe, but not consciously. I just never

wanted to feel like that again. I never wanted to feel subjugated.

I never wanted to fear that I was not good enough. I think I drove myself to be the best that I can be. If you find that drive, just run.

NY: You certainly did run. Forty-nine movies in 13 years! How many people have achieved that record?

PC: There are very few people in the world who are blessed with

waking up every morning and saying, “Yes, I get to go to work!” I love my job, and know that every day I am going to be doing something different. I feel really blessed and privileged.

NY: In the past couple of years you have recorded two songs: “In My City” with Will.i.am and “Exotic” with rapper Pitbull, which debuted at number 16 on Billboard’s Dance Electronic songs. Were you encouraged to sing?

PC: My dad’s first love was music. He loved composing music and

loved singing it. My earliest memory as a child was waking up to music. My mom and dad would fight over who would play their favorite music. My mom was into the Doors, the Eagles, and Jimi Hendrix, and my dad was into classical, beautiful Hindi songs.

Music was a huge part of my life. Before I could speak, I learned to sing the alphabet.

NY: Which do you prefer, singing or acting?

PC: I just like being creative. I think creativity is something that

can get pushed out in so many different forms. I just want to be able to push boundaries when it comes to creative storytelling.

NY: Didn’t you want to become an engineer first?

PC: Yes, actually. I love math. I’m a complete geek and I believe

that the geeks will take over the world one day. I wanted to be an engineer and build planes, and now I fly in them all the time. I was 17 when I became Miss India and movie offers started to come my way. My dad and I had a big chat about it. He said, “You know you have this amazing opportunity, so give yourself a timeline.” I gave myself two years. He said, “Try it, because I don’t want you to ever look back at your life and say, ‘What if I had done it?’” My first movie did well, and I’ve never looked back.

NY: Will you be like that with your own children one day?

PC: Absolutely. I am like that with my family now, and am very

close to all my cousins. There are nine of us on my mom’s side and 11 on my dad’s side. Because we grew up together, we’re more like brothers and sisters. I am like a mom to all of them, and love the idea of a huge family. Having that support and being able to give support is amazing. I will be a mom like that for sure.

NY: Did your father put barricades on the windows after you were crowned Miss India?

PC: That was before Miss India, right after I came back from

America. I was in eleventh grade and in this small city. And I was “Miss Thing.” My dad couldn’t wrap his head around what happened. I went out like a little boy and came back a woman and he was like, “What?” He transformed the house into a jail. Boys followed me home, so he picked me up and dropped me off. It was the funniest thing.

NY: What do you look for in a man?

PC: I have to be able to look up to a man. I am an

achiever and, therefore, I don’t think I can be with anyone who is not. I like men with drive, who like to achieve and be better than the best. Someone who can make me laugh. It’s so important. He has to have a sense of humor and smarts. I cannot stand unintelligent men. It’s a pet peeve, those guys who can’t stop talking about their new shoes or dumb things. I need a guy to stimulate me mentally. I have high standards. I need a guy who can deal with the fact that I am a smart, strong girl with an opinion.

NY: We hear you love Audrey Hepburn? Why? PC: She was classy. That’s how women should be—

elegant, classy, and charming. I guess I am a little old fashioned like that. I do believe that girls should be shy but a little strong, unpredictable, and still classy.

NY: In your philanthropy, what moment has touched your heart the most?

PC: I’m moved by a baby’s toothless smile or a story from

an old person. I get touched by friends who are happy, perhaps someone who just got engaged. Little things like that.

My philanthropy doesn’t come from thinking of it as a charity.

It’s a way of life. I feel I’m in a privileged position and on a platform. Even if people don’t follow what I say, they will hear me.

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As a public figure, it’s my social responsibility to give back in things that I feel very strongly about. I think women’s rights and female empowerment and the education of girls is hugely important from the very beginning.

NY: What drives your feelings about this issue?

PC : When a woman is financially independent, she has

strength and she can walk with confidence. As soon as a woman has confidence she is independent. She does not need to depend on a man nor does she need to depend on someone for her livelihood. The basic right of a girl is to feel the strength within her, that she is complete. Education gives you an awareness of the world and the ability to be able to support yourself.

NY: What about options for women in abusive relationships who feel they have no escape?

PC: Abusive relationships are like quicksand. You can’t get out of

it because you think you have nothing else, or you think you won’t be able to survive without it. I’m not even suggesting that someone take a big leap. I’m just saying empower yourself first before you change your life around. Just have a little bit of strength to stand up on your own. The simplest way of doing that is being financially independent by finding a job or a steady income. An education can do that, too.

NY: The topic of female genitalia mutilation has been a topic you are vocal about. Tell us your thoughts.

PC: First of all, it’s bizarre to me that we are in 2015 and

NY: Do you feel you live a healthy lifestyle?

PC: By God’s grace I am healthy. Am I health conscious? No. I

am a junk food junkie. I know it is the worst thing but I love it.

NY: What about exercise?

PC: I do when I have to. I was in a boxing movie about two years

ago that I had to train for six months and now that I am doing Quantico, I have to train. But if I don’t have to I try not to.

NY: You have been applauded for researching and training to understand the characters you portray on screen. In one such movie, the critically acclaimed Barfi!, you convincingly portray a woman with autism.

PC: It was a very difficult part. I play this 19-year-old autistic girl

and the director came to my house to film me. I came back from an event and he looked at me and says, “I don’t think we can do this. How will I make people forget that you are Priyanka Chopra?” I said, “Give me five days and let me work with you.”

We went to different schools, spent a lot of time with different disabled children, and I also did a lot of research. Autism has such a huge range—from Aspergers to very slight autism. We worked together, and five days later Jhilmil was born and we never looked back. I was like, “Thank God I pulled it off.”

NY: Is it hard for you to accept “no”?

PC: I hate “no.” I have authority issues. I don’t like people telling

NY: How would you describe yourself. Would you say that you are impulsive?

PC: I am impulsive, but my life doesn’t allow me to

NY: Do you have any regrets?

PC: I don’t have any regrets. Each failure has taught me how to

NY: What about alone time?

PC: It is very difficult to handle two active careers in two dif-

ferent continents. I’m trying to do that and it’s the price I pay, which is fine. I love what I do and I know that when life ends, I want to be able to leave a legacy behind.

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kids, ever since I was a kid. I never plan my future, but the only thing I definitely plan on doing is having children. Other than that, I don’t know where life will take me.

something like that still happens. There are parts of the world where girls are not treated as human beings.

They are treated as commodities for reproduction and not as humans. There are women in the world who don’t know what a TV looks like, who don’t have an opinion, who are not able to speak to anyone. That is their life. I want to be able to fight for change, even if it is just a little.

be impulsive. My life is on a schedule. I can tell you right now where I will be six months later, on the second week of January. I need permission from my managers to go away. I really believe that if you work very hard in whatever opportunity you have today and tomorrow and the day after, and you don’t find excuses and you don’t stop, then you will never be denied. No one can deny someone who just works and is not afraid of hard work.

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NY: Where do you see yourself a few years down the road?

PC: As a mom. I definitely want to have kids. I have always loved

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me I can’t do something because it makes me want to do it even more. As a kid, my mom used to use that against me. She used reverse psychology. She would say, “I don’t want you to eat tonight,” and I would be like, “I’m going to eat so much that you won’t know where the food in the kitchen went!” So stupid. I don’t like being told I can’t do something. never be in that situation again. When I started working in movies and I didn’t know anything about hair, makeup, clothes, overtime, I taught myself about these things. When films fail, it does not mean the actors or characters fail. These are little things you learn over time.

NY: Do you have trust issues?

PC: No, I am very trusting. I believe in the goodness of people. I

absolutely believe that there’s no right or wrong. Everything is a perspective and people are inherently not bad. There is always a reason why everyone does something, and if we look at why a certain person does something we would understand the world a little better. I am all for tolerance.

NY: Do you think people look at the negative instead of the positive first?

PC: We are always judging people, and it’s no one else’s business

what someone does. It’s your life. You need to live it.

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and run there, striving to find the perfect gifts for those we love, those we like, and those we simply must thank when the end of the year rolls around. But all the Champagne-filled holiday hoopla can make you start to feel a little… decadent, doesn’t it? Or, at the very least, it’s impossible not to take note of all that you receive. It kind of makes you want to give back a bit, doesn’t it?

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First, do a self-assessment. “Figure out your philanthropic passions and try to be specific,” she says. “Don’t just pick breast cancer. Do you want to fund research? Women who can’t afford patient care? Do you want to work on lobbying issues? Pin-point what matters to you and look for good charities doing that work. Look under the hood—most organizations have websites so you can confirm, not just assume, what they do.”

Second, be tenacious. “Stick with your chosen charity over time. If you made an effort to vet them, be their partner year after year so they can make a difference in the world.”

Along those lines, Miniutti advises that you concentrate your giving. “Unlike the stock market where you want to diversify, we recommend the opposite approach. If you have $100 to give, split it between two charities rather than 10. That’s more helpful for the charity.” But it’s also more helpful to you: “When giving lots of small gifts, you are likely to have your personal information sold, and wind up with your mailbox full of appeal letters from charities you’ve never heard of before.”

Best of all, if you follow these tips and become what Miniutti calls a pro-active giver, it’s easier to say no when you get that telemarketing call during dinner or when someone stops you on a street corner when you’re in a rush. “It’s fine to give a few dollars here and there,” she offers, “but if you want to invest in changing the world, it’s better to be a proactive giver.”

Here, New You offers up 11 time-tested favorites that even Tiny Tim would love.

Feeding America

Focus: Hunger relief Fine-tuning: This national hunger-fighting

group feeds more than 46 million Americans via its 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries that offer up muchneeded services to more than 46 million people annually.

Find Them: feedingamerica.org

Stand Up To Cancer

Focus: Fighting cancer Fine-tuning: Powered and co-founded by a

passionate super-group of women, including Katie Couric and Sherry Lansing, SU2C hones in on raising funds, and lots of them, for ground-breaking research in the fight against cancer.

Find Them: standup2cancer.org

Conservation International

Focus: Saving the environment Fine-tuning: From the Amazon to

Indonesia, CI’s boots-on-the-ground mission is to protect the Earth’s natural resources (and, thus, us humans who live here) via funding scientists and field workers to myriad spots in over 30 countries to work with, teach, and empower local communities to sustain more than 1 billion acres of land and sea.

Find Them: conservation.org

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)

Focus: Military⁄Veterans Fine-tuning: Focusing on the issues facing post-9⁄11 American military veterans, IAVA provides a network of support via programs like their Rapid Response Referral Program, which connects vets to case managers who help with everything from legal support to doctors to pursuing the GI Bill. Other innovative IAVA programs focus on the needs of vets and their families to transition back to home life.

Find Them: iava.org

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Focus: Children’s Health Fine-tuning: The venerable St. Jude fights

the good fight against cancer affecting kids via their Memphis-based hospital as well as through funded research to find innovative treatments for ailing children (information that they readily share with other medical institutions).

Find Them: stjude.org

(RED)

Focus: Fighting AIDS Fine-tuning: Founded by U2 rocker-witha-heart Bono and Bobby Shriver, (RED) uses private-sector donations and purchases from (RED)-centric products to raise money for medicine and the distribution of it to people with AIDS in Africa, where a whopping two-thirds of the 35 million affected by the auto-immune disease live.

Find Them: red.org

The Humane Society of the United States

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Focus: Animals Fine-tuning: Since 1954, the HSUS has

made it a mission to fight animal cruelty via its direct care centers all across the country, public campaigns to raise awareness, as well as working with the government to tweak legislation that kicks animal cruelty to the curb.

Find Them: humanesociety.org

Keep a Child Alive

Focus: Children’s Health Fine-tuning: Co-founded by singer Alicia

Keys, KCA has built a network of events both small (want to host a yoga seminar in

your living room to raise money? Go for it!) and large (Key’s star-studded Black Ball every November) to fundraise for children affected by HIV⁄AIDS. Find Them: keepachildalive.org

Scholarship America

Focus: Education Fine-tuning: Off-setting the ever-increas-

ing cost, and growing inaccessibility, of a college education for students nationwide via millions of dollars in scholarship support money that helped more than 125,000 students last year alone.

Find Them: scholarshipamerica.org

National Park Trust

Focus: Environment⁄Outdoors Fine-tuning: Through funding and advo-

cacy aimed at kids on up, this group is

dedicated to protecting and securing the future of American park land, wildlife refuges, historic landmarks, and other public lands and waterways. They also work to acquire lands that can be become park of our country’s amazing and much-needed National Park system.

Find Them: parktrust.org

Reading Is Fundamental

Focus: Literacy F i n e - t u n i n g : St a rt e d by Ma rg a re t

McNamara in 1966 to inspire a life-long love of reading (and literacy), RIF’s book distribution program is renowned nationwide and has provided more than 400 million books to low-income and poor kids across the country, who might not have a book to call their own otherwise.

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Navigating the New Rules of Millennial Mingling

By Gerry Strauss

I have this friend; let’s call him Joe Gen X. Like me, he’s a normal 39-year-old guy with two kids. Unlike me, he went through a rough divorce last year and is dipping his toe back in the dating world—a scene he hasn’t visited in over 15 years.

Now, it’s certainly no surprise when he tells me that things have changed out in the playing field (sorry, buddy, Myspace isn’t going to help you much these days). Still, as a newly single dude ready to mingle, some of the discoveries that even an open-minded individual like him has reported are nothing short of shocking to both of us. Apparently, the allure of love, sex, and marriage aren’t the only dating delights on the menu these days. There’s a whole new think-outside-the-dinnerdate roster of modern romancing rigors that make the seemingly open-minded ideals of the sexual revolution appear as the old-timey simple days of yore. Most of them, as it turned out, were not really up Joe Gen X’s alley, but his discovery raised an interesting point: With decades of lovemaking in our back pockets, is there a legit need for us to relearn how to simply love each other? Let’s take a closer look at the current criteria for coupling and find out.

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Graphic Novelties Shy? Uncomfortable being yourself right off the bat? Then perhaps cosplay is the dating ritual for you. Beyond Mr. Fix It role-playing or Naughty Nurse fantasies, cosplayers (which is a combo of the words “costume” and “play”) are passionate, devoted fans of sci-fi, Japanese anime, or other categories of fantasy entertainment who dress up like their favorite characters and intermingle at conventions or other social events.

“I decided to check out all of the different websites that people use to date, hook-up, whatever,” Joe Gen X said. “I decided to goof off a little on one and wrote that I looked like Chris Evans; you

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know, the guy who plays Captain America. Within a day, I had over 40 responses from cosplayers. Not real names, but their characters... everyone from Wonder Woman to the Black Widow, all wanting to explore the possibility of fantasy role-play.”

Sex fantasies tied to cosplay seem to be the genre’s dirty little secret. While many passionate cosplayers insist that their hobby is fueled by G-rated creativity, a quick Google search shows plenty of cosplay-related pornography, illicit fan f iction, and discussion of group sex events tied to this fantasy world, demonstrating, perhaps, that for some, real life has become so harsh that people are more turned on by fantasy than reality.

The Millennial Sexual Revolution Interestingly enough, none of these tales of new-age fantasies and fetishes seemed to shake Joe Gen X as much as his revelation about today’s relationship standards.

As a naturally youthful-looking gentleman, Joe’s initial dating regimen invariably included dates with several women

who were much younger than he, more than 10 years in some instances, in fact.

With these smart, vibrant, sexy millennials, my newly single buddy was in heaven—until he slowly discovered what they were truly after.

“They all had boyfriends,” a sullen Joe Gen X told me. “One of them had three, yet they all wanted more. The whole idea of a relationship has changed. Now, it’s like assembling a fantasy football team.

They all want to build a great roster.”

From open relationships to voyeurism to regular threesomes, many young adults have simply given up on monogamy in favor of freedom and following their natural, undisciplined sexual urges.

“I don’t blame them one bit,” he said.

“It sounds so unrestricted and freeing in theory, but I’m too set in my ways to be that open. I haven’t been with more than one woman at a time in almost 20 years.

I’m just not interested in starting now.”

The Great Art of the Date It’s been six months since he started dating again, and I’ve got to give Joe Gen X credit. Despite all of the dead ends, disappointments, frustrations, and the surprise learning curves, he remains positive and excited for his romantic future.

“Has it been an eye-opening time for me? Absolutely,” he said. “But you know what? Let Superman and Wonder Woman have sex in a make-believe Fortress of Solitude. Let the huggers do their thing, and let the kids date or screw however many people they want. I’m a grown man, and I know what I need from life: some fun, some sex, and eventually, one woman to share those things with.”

“It’s funny,” he mused. “After my marriage ended, I thought I’d never be able to figure out what I wanted. Turns out, it’s the same thing I wanted 15 years ago—but because I’m older and wiser, now I get to do it right.”

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“I can’t believe it,” Joe Gen X lamented.

“The Sixties and Seventies were all about free love. The Nineties were internet hookup city. Now, people just want to hug?”

Indeed, the past decade has seen the growth in popularity of nonsexual embracing en masse, a.k.a. “cuddle part i e s . ” Re i d M i h a l ko a n d Ma rc i a Baczynski, two self-ordained relationship coaches in New York City, kick started the original Cuddle Party craze in 2004 (for more info, their official website is Cuddleparty.com), and workshops and large gatherings have dotted the landscape nationwide ever since. The concept is for attendees to explore the power of touch, communication, boundaries, and affection... all without sex. There was even an app for a hot minute called Cuddlr that launched during fall 2014 (and is now back and rebranded as Spoonr ) in the wake of the craze. Spoonr allows subscribers to find like-minded huggers in the vicinity in order to feel the seemingly platonic physical support and closeness of another human being, no strings attached.

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Hug It Out

It’s funny,” Joe Gen X mused.

“After my marriage ended, I thought I’d never be able to figure out what I wanted. Turns out, it’s the same thing I wanted 15 years ago-but because I’m older and wiser, now I get to do it right.

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Swiss Bliss Alpine extravagance

is never a tall order at the Dolder Grand Hotel and Spa.

By Hendrik Coetzee

The sweeping view above the mountaintop.

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he soaring spires of this striking Swiss castle rise before your eyes as if sprung from a page in a fairytale pop-up book. But the luxuries that await you inside the Dolder Grand Hotel and Spa in Zurich, Switzerland, are more akin to Alpine grown-up indulgence than Swiss Miss cocoa kid stuff.

Perched majestically on a verdant hill and embraced by a posy of pines, rife with the charm of history as well as up-to-date amenities, the Dolder Grand is ready to chase your doldrums (and, perhaps, a few face wrinkles and muscle aches) far, far down the mountain.

Zurich Zenith

The extravagance of the Dolder Grand is evident as you enter the stunning, marble-laden “Steinhalle” lobby and are greeted by CarrierBelleuse’s pendulum swinging bronze lady atop the classical nineteenth century Eugène Farcot clock.

But grandeur has always been the order of the day since Dolder threw open its opulent doors in 1899.

Indeed, the 176-room hotel and sought-after “Curhaus” spa (literally, “cure house”) has catered to the beleaguered beauties and international who’s who as a place of relaxation and regeneration for a century and counting. During and after both World Wars, the hotel became a refuge for European royalty, as well as a temporary residence for the likes of Winston Churchill and Thomas Mann. In times of peace during the latter part of the twentieth century, it became the go-to spot for prominent politicians, aristocrats, actors, and artists, including Nelson Mandela, Elizabeth Taylor, Michael Jackson, Luciano Pavarotti, Prince Philip, and Mikhail Gorbachev.

More recently—after a $430 million makeover compliments of the London-based architecture and design firm Foster + Partners—Dolder has attracted modern-day, bold-face names in need of rest and recuperation, like former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Prince William, and screen star Leonardo DiCaprio. And no wonder. In 2015, this hundred-plus year-old palace of pampering won the 2015 World Spa & Wellness Award, and is also a rarefied member of the bespoke Leading Hotels of the World.

And with good reason.

LEFT PAGE: The grand Steinhalle lobby greets you upon entrance with a breathtaking chandelier.

Andy Warhol paintings are just a few of the renowned works of art showcased throughout the hotel.

White chocolate foam with woodruff celery, basil, and Campari.

THIS PAGE: The Japaneseinfluenced spa focuses on relaxation, beauty, vitality, and detox.

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TOP: Oysters and wooly pig ham with Mimolette, watercress, and dried apricot.

BELOW: Chef Heiko Nieder at the helm of his double Michelinstarred restaurant.

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It Must Be the Alpine Air

The grandest form of Dolder luxury is found at the stunning Japanese-influenced 43,000-squarefoot spa and wellness center built adjacent to the hotel. Their renowned medical wellness center discreetly caters to all your aesthetic dermatology needs, while procedures of the plastic surgery ilk a re d o n e i n c o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h K l i n i k Tiefenbrunnen in the city. Here, au courant face lift techniques are employed, like the combo of surface and deep skin tissue modelling in which deep skin tissue is lifted and f ine modeled with Liposculpture—so that just-from-the-spa look lasts long after you leave.

I found their traditional spa services, based on the Dolder Grand Life Balance philosophy (relaxation, beauty, vitality, and detox), more than adequate in perking up appearances. “Whatever your situation in life, you have to find the right balance in order to achieve physical and mental well-being and relaxation,” offers spa director Therese Martirena. Something Dolder is happy to help you with from the moment they pick you up from the airport in a Mercedes equipped with a state-of-theart backseat massage feature, kneading away the aches and pains of commercial travel.

The spa menu contains a multitude of facials, massages, manicures and pedicures, and body rituals, including their recently launched 100-percent

natural Amala skincare product line exclusive to the hotel. Separate spas for both ladies and gentleman include saunas, steam baths, kotatsu footbaths, aroma pools, steam pots, cold water basins, and stand-up sunbeds.

A new addition to the spa this year is mechanical message therapy (a.k.a., endermology) in which an LPG device breaks down fat cells via motorized rollers for the body and pulsating flaps for the face.

This odd, rigorous, but rewarding massage kickstarts cellular activity, which slows down with age.

“In combination with the Kerstin Florian Intensive Slimming Serum, we achieve very visible results for guests,” Martirena says.

I opted to have the signature Kerstin Florian Hydraheaven treatment, and indeed, a watery heaven it was. The technique employs the interesting effect of slowly inflating a water bed beneath you, while your body is scrubbed and rubbed from head to toe with a loofah. You are then expertly massaged and rubbed with layers of essential oils, as the inflating water bed forms a comforting cradle around your body. The whole experience finishes with a warm-towel wrap and a session in the Sunbaro room, with its egg-shaped loungers filled with black pebbles, inspired by the Japanese wellness tradition of being buried in warm, muscle easing volcanic sand.

Food for the Soul

If the spa is therapy for your outer body, then chef Heiko Nieder’s double Michelin-starred restaurant is the Swiss-centric soothing you need for the inside. Referred to as simply “The Restaurant,” Heiko’s talent lies in his five and eight-course dinners, as well as the 12-course modern tasting menu with an emphasis on unusual flavor combinations.

I was enchanted by his dishes of varying complexity, like small canapes atop a deceptively delicate cracker with a burst of oriental spices, a miniature egg benedict with a soft milky texture, and a crunchy whole-grain bread ball merged with Fridolin cheese, lovage, and tomato. The courses to follow were a pas de deux between the chef and his exquisite arsenal of contrasting tastes, textures, and temperatures, like the dancing delight of his tuna tartar with ice cold crunchy cucumber, egg yolk, lemon cress, and Dijon mustard, or his ragout of tender, perfectly spiced venison accompanied by a

fluffy foam of garlicky potatoes. “My main focus is on providing a culinary experience that makes you forget about everything else and relaxes your mind,” Nieder told me.

And he was right. At the end of the dining affair, my taste buds had traversed to a culinary nirvana, my mind cleared of useless clutter and focused solely on the intensity and surprise of the outstanding flavors on the plate, proving that real comfort food is not of the junk variety.

Climb Every Mountain

To counteract the effects of Nieder’s 12-course culinary indulgences, there are a multitude of freshair activities to keep the theme of balance in check, including a 50-meter outdoor swimming pool, five clay tennis courts, and a challenging nine-hole golf course that requires a minimum handicap 30 (for the less competitive, Dolder has the only mini-golf course in Zurich). And, of course, skiing the breath-taking trails of the Alps is the ultimate way to get your heart pumping.

If weather permits, you can borrow one of the hotel’s many mountain bikes for an energizing yet peaceful cycle through the dense forest. For those who do not want to attempt the steep uphill cycle back to the hotel, E-bikes are also available. And plenty of cyclists, golfers, and skiers alike make use of the spa in winter days after demanding workouts, thanks to the spa’s proven sports massages, lymphatic drainage, and muscle relaxing body wraps such as the Relaxing Moor Mud.

sound would come in or out of the room, affording peace and privacy that’s often difficult to procure at other hotels. The modern room was spacious and the balcony offered sweeping views of Zurich and the surrounding area. The floor-to-ceiling marble bathroom was luxurious, with a tub-eye-view of the Alps and the clear blue sky beyond to boot. Stellar turndown service is especially appreciated after an indulgent late night listening to jazz at the bar, and clever step-saving technology here means all you have to do is press one simple button to switch off all the lights and fall directly into bed. The best suites are the four themed versions, the most intriguing being Suite 100, inspired by the iconic Rolling Stones. Situated at the top floor of the Spa wing, it has the unconventional decor of posh rock ‘n roll decadence fit for a Jagger or a Richards, and is dripping in Sixties retro furniture in shades of black and pink.

But whether you’re a rocker seeking respite or a royal on the mend, the privacy and space to enjoy it at the Dolder Grand is unlike that of other retreats.

It’s the ideal getaway of grandeur, where body and mind unwind and feel renewed among the serenity of the swaying branches of the alpine forest and the waves lapping on the shore of Lake Zurich.

The Dolder Grand Hotel is 20 minutes from the Zurich airport and is easily accessible. A three-night inclusive spa retreat package at the 176 room hotel starts at $2,400 for one person.

TOP: Tranquil treatments abound at the Ladies Spa. BELOW: Take in live jazz at the opulent bar.

Creature Comforts

Beauty here goes beyond the coaxing of great skin in the spa. While many hotels hang an arbitrary painting here and there for decorative value, the 100 or so priceless and highly-curated works of art at Dolder are museum-worthy, from the most revered names in the art world: think Pissarro, Dalí, Murakami, LeWitt, and Stallone (yes, Sylvester).

Framed collections of edgy pop-up pins and the even more provocative collection of cardboard begging signs nearly make you forget that you came here for cure, instead of culture.

But creature comforts do abound. The thick doors of my heavenly junior suite assured that no

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stargazer

wide open wonder

by Birdie Lawson

Aries (March 21-April 19) To truly connect on the intimate level you desire, Rams, stay patient. It may take time for your sincerest sentiments to translate. Let there be space for the object of your affections to receive your gracious offerings.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Open up your heart, Bulls. Make it clear that you’re ready and willing to give and receive love. There is an abundance of joy to be experienced once you agree to make yourself vulnerable to it.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Think less and feel more, Twins. Approach romance from a less strategic angle. Instead of trying to arrange things, practice letting your body and soul speak to you about what they want and need.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) Dearest Crabs, the oracles suggest a time-out from putting all your energy into the well-being of others. Instead, recharge your own batteries. In the process, recover much-needed clarity about who is specifically deserving of your precious love.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

Scorpio (October 23-November 21) Let Cupid’s arrow come upon you spontaneously, Scorp. As you become less driven in your quest, you’ll realize what your heart seeks is already in your midst, or making its way there.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) Love is poised to stop you in your tracks, Archers.

The more spiritual and emotional effort you put forth, the more you will steadily gain from the experience. Fear not the illuminating depths of an intimate union.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Just be genuine, Lions. No extra favors or bragging rights are necessary. To capture the attention and gain the TLC of those you most care about, stay honest. It makes you easier to relate to and with.

Relationships are all about the exchange, Goats.

By that token, give what you’ve got and accept the contrast. There will be much opportunity for you to mingle and trade, according to what you’re in the mood to do.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Be willing to change it up, Virg. Slacken your mental grip and sacrifice your need to direct events. Let the universe spin your relationships into a new, fresher balance that’s more natural. You’ll feel fulfilled and liberated.

The less independence you insist upon maintaining, the less difficult partnerships will be, Water Bearers. Get on the road to sustaining a mutual system of satisfying and stimulating support by acknowledging your absolute need for it.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Pisces (February 19-March 20)

It’s time for the emotional scales to tip, Scales.

Where sorrow once reigned, be prepared for a richness of closeness and comfort. Allow peace to replace strife. Don’t be suspicious of the gifts being offered, but receive them gladly.

To usher more equitable and nourishing relationships into your life, Fish, first stop tolerating the ones that aren’t feeding you. Taking measures to respect yourself in this way begins the path to a more balanced and blissful harmony.

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winter blues

J A A N - E R I C F I S C H E R / F O L I O - I D.C O M

Don’t put your style on ice this season.

Be bold in these shades of blue.

by Elizabeth Hazard

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Noir Ashton Ear Creeper ($60, noirnyc.com)

Cockpit USA Aviator Shearling Coat ($2,120, cockpitusa.com)

Coco Loves Rome Talia Clutch ($48, cocolovesrome.com)

Neely Phelan Druzy Statement Ring ($150, neelyphelan.com)

Isa Tapia Lia Belle Booties ($395, isatapia.com)

Rebecca Taylor Deco Studded Top ($325, rebeccataylor.com)

Made Eyewear Hudson Sunglasses ($124, madeeyewear.com)

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Beyond her beauty and breathy sex appeal, Marilyn Monroe (née Norma Jeane Mortenson) was a smart, soulful screen goddess, not to mention Tinseltown’s provocateur. (Recall: “Happy Birthday, Mr. President.”) She held her own opposite Bette Davis (All About Eve), Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon (Some Like It Hot), and Lauren Bacall (How to Marry a Millionaire). She was also a forward-thinking equal-rights advocate. who helped Ella Fitzgerald land well-deserved largevenue gigs. Many actresses hope to summon a soupçon of her platinum-hued brilliance, but “It” girl Margot Robbie embodies the “Marilyn factor.”

We loved her in The Wolf of Wall Street and can’t wait to see her in Suicide Squad. Marilyn would’ve gladly blessed this modern-day bombshell.

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