“We are not destined to be a product of our genes,” John Mackey, the co-founder of organic grocery store Whole Foods, tells me. “We have the power to shape our health and well-being through the choices we make every day—whether it’s lifestyle habits like diet, exercise, and sleep, or our mindset.” After selling Whole Foods … Read more
Notably, I also got to imbibe wine and spirits with abandon throughout the trip, which is obviously something I would not have done on a babymoon, and I didn’t have to worry about the potential risks of a single bite of food I tried, either. I would argue that restrictions in either area would have … Read more
Nothing is certain in life, besides death, taxes, and the fact you will never find me wearing “wifey” merch before or after my forthcoming wedding. As a soon-to-be-bride, the thought of wearing any kind of relationship-inspired attire brings me out in hives. While other recently-engaged women seem to throw themselves headfirst into their newfound bride-to-be … Read more
A couple of years ago, in the purgatory between Covid-19 lockdowns and dating app hell, I met Joe. Solidly in my fun auntie (funtie?) era, I had all but given up on love. After another relationship came to an end, my mum surprised me with a reassuring squeeze. “You’ve got a great life,” she said. … Read more
When I think back on the nine months I spent planning my wedding, I remember making a series of odd choices. I took my veil off after the ceremony to put on a flower crown, even though I’ve never been to a single music festival, don’t own cowboy boots, and never had a boho chic … Read more
It’s that time of year again when predominately American moviemakers decide to inflict Paddywackery on viewers disguised as a rom-com. Netflix’s Irish Wish is the St Patrick’s Day equivalent of Hallmark Christmas movies. As an Irish person, I am clearly not the target market. These films are so obviously made for a US audience that … Read more
To really understand what’s going on inside the body and how malar edema presents, Dr. Parsa compares the lymphatic system to the plumbing in your house: “Its purpose around the eye is to remove fluid from the soft tissues, and when it’s blocked, it causes swelling in the places [where the fluid] isn’t flowing,” he … Read more
