Category: Lifestyle Blog

We had a lot of fun putting this list together. These are the things that make our own homes feel warmer, softer, and more enjoyable to live in. Nothing here is random. Everything on this list earns its spot because it genuinely adds something to your space or your daily routine.  Whether you are staying…

This healthy low-FODMAP dessert is a satisfying way to end a meal that won’t leave anyone feeling bloated, gassy, or out of sorts. Think of it as a cross between a crisp and a crumble with a hint of cocoa in each bite.  This recipe was originally published in the November 2025 issue of alive…

Well-stocked pantries, platters piled high, feasts that leave no one wanting … As the holidays approach, many of us experience a heightened sense of the deeply rooted connections between abundance and well-being. Not only does plentiful food ensure our physical survival; it helps cement personal relationships—arguably the raison d’être of our festive gatherings. A nurturing impulse…

Some of the links in this story are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to purchase—helping us continue to share mindful, inspiring content. Let’s be honest. Few things are as irritating as finding more hair in your brush than on your head. Maybe it is seasonal shedding. Maybe it…

Your bags are packed. Your passport is ready. You’re ready to fly toward the trip you’ve been looking forward to all year. But a few hours into the journey, your stomach starts gurgling. Add in unfamiliar foods once you land and a switched-up sleeping schedule, and you have a recipe for gut distress. But there…

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For Chef Jeremy Sewall, good food has never been just about what’s on the plate—it’s about how you make people feel when they sit down to eat it. As the chef and partner behind Boston’s beloved Row 34 and the author of several cookbooks (including his latest Everyday Chef), Sewall has built a life around…

Hillary Peterson has spent the last decade redefining what “clean beauty” can look like. Through True Botanicals, she’s proven that nature and science aren’t opposites but collaborators, working together to create products that feel luxurious and deliver real results. Her approach, grounded in what she calls plant intelligence, looks at every ingredient, texture, and scent…

Tender turkey meatballs are bathed in a lively, gut-friendly tomato sauce and served accompanied by a lemony quinoa. This is a dish that’s more sophisticated than you’d expect from the effort required to prepare it. For the meatballs, oat bran is a low-FODMAP alternative to breadcrumbs, while quinoa is a power grain that delivers protein…

There is an art to holiday decorating that feels festive without becoming fussy, elevated without slipping into extravagance. Few understand that balance better than Sarah West, founder of Sarah West Interiors, whose signature approach blends timeless design with lived-in warmth. Her spaces are known for feeling serene, curated, and deeply personal, even during the most…