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These five luxury hotels offer everything from in-water massages to purifying Merlot body wraps that are sure to leave you feeling better than ever. By Leigh Crandall Energy Therapy at Amangani Jackson Hole, Wyoming Nestled in the woods at the foot of the Tetons, Jackson Hole’s Amangani celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with … Read more

Massage can help you feel—and look—great. Here are four new ways to try it—and how they work. Massages can seem like the ultimate luxury, with the right session melting away the stress of a day or alleviating jet lag after a long flight. But they’re also a smart investment in your health. “Massage increases circulation, … Read more

At the age of 15, Isabel Allard launched her own nonprofit. The Greenwich Academy sophomore modeled her teen giving circle, Generation Impact Fairfield County, on a local philanthropic group for adults; she wanted to do the same for issues that affected local youth. For its first grant, she plans to raise $10,000. Another Connecticut teenager, … Read more

These wellness ingredients, supplements and gadgets are said to improve everything from memory to diet to sleep. Find out how they live up to the hype. MIRACLE INGREDIENT Charcoal Used for years in emergency rooms to treat overdoses, charcoal works by trapping toxins and preventing them from being absorbed by the body. Activated charcoal can … Read more

@lemonstripes While sitting in a cave made of salt to clear up your allergies and substituting acupuncture for Botox might seem a little out there, I’ve spent the last few months testing out alternative wellness treatments that have made a big difference to my health and wellbeing. I’ve always been a fan of the non-traditional … Read more

Co-host of the Food Network’s The Kitchen and host of The Cooking Channel’s Beach Bites, chef Katie Lee shares her food and exercise tips, plus an easy and delicious summer grill recipe. Make Exercise a Priority I exercise all the time. I do a workout called Our Body Electric that is online so I can do … Read more

Get a jump on your summer fitness goals with infusions from StriveIV, a new company based in Stamford, CT. Their popular Fat Burn infusion is filled with amino acids that break down and prevent the storage of fat, says CEO Maura Mandell. In addition to choices focused on weight loss, you can choose from others … Read more

Losing weight permanently is the focus of Lesley Rotchford’s new book Take It Off! Keep it Off! ($22, Rodale). This former executive editor at Women’s Health magazine and New Canaan mom of three talked to Serendipity about exactly how to get started. Only splurge on foods that you truly love. At a cocktail party or … Read more

Between the holiday parties and ever-present treats, December can be a tough month to make healthy choices. We talked to Lesley Rotchford, author of Women’s Health Take It Off! Keep It Off! ($12.91), for easy-to-follow-tips for the holiday season and beyond. “Most people gain an average of one pound over the holiday season (overweight people … Read more

In the middle of the holiday season it can be tough to stick to your healthy ways—and to switch back after the festivities are over. Donna Bunte, a Greenwich, CT-based nutrition coach and holistic practitioner, often sees an uptick in clients in the New Year who want to “feel clean again,” she says. To help … Read more

For Girlfriends: Spa Ojai The Vibe: When they’re off-duty, Hollywood heavyweights recharge at this mission-style oasis north of L.A. If blissed-out pampering sounds like your goal, bring your entourage to relax around the four outdoor pools between complimentary classes from aerobics to qi gong. Or really live large in one of the 1,500-square-foot spa penthouses … Read more

Want a fabulous complexion? A healthy glow starts from the inside out. So feed your skin with these epidermis-boosting superfoods, from sweet potatoes to sunflowers seeds. Plus: How to eat them today. SWEET POTATO Antioxidants aren’t just good for your overall health, they’re also great for your skin, says Scott Herman, M.D., of Lanphier Day … Read more