A high fiber diet may be the missing link in the high-protein craze. Protein matters, especially after 40, but building a better body takes more than hitting one macro and calling it a day. I have spent years paying attention to protein because I strength train and care about maintaining muscle (I still do). But […]

I’m sharing my ideal perimenopause diet plan because after 40, I noticed that the same “healthy” habits I had relied on for years were not giving me the same results. And it was frustrating. My energy was less steady and losing weight took more effort. I’m a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, so I […]

Looking for classy fall nails that feel seasonal without turning your manicure into a craft project? I found 28 worth saving. Fall nail art can get a little too kitschy for me. I appreciate a tiny pumpkin, but I do not need a full harvest scene spread across all ten fingers. This list focuses on […]

Most of the products I use regularly are not especially exciting. They have plain packaging and make fairly modest promises. They are also the things I notice most when I stop using them. At 42, I am much more interested in products that make everyday maintenance easier. A good routine depends on the small things […]

A real glow up routine is what makes you look put together on an ordinary weekday, not just in time for a special event. I think of it as being a little more disciplined with your routines instead of having to go all out and spend a ton of time and money fixing what suddenly […]

Can we get hotter by building better beauty habits? You bet. This article is part of The Vanity Method, my framework for building a glow up in the right order: Build, Refine, Enhance. The hottest women over 40 are usually not the ones buying the most products. They are usually the ones doing the same […]