Health & Beauty

Not surprisingly, the pandemic brought on low pregnancy rates with many hesitant to conceive during an unsettling time. Now, couples are ready to get pregnant. “California Live” talks to Nurse Barb Dehn about what to do when you’re trying to conceive including vitamins to take, testing, or making a preconception visit with your doctor.

“California Live” visits Oprah’s nail technician, the Footnanny, at Salon Republic in Beverly Hills. We find out how Gloria L. Williams convinced Oprah to let her do her nails and why her business took off from there—including three warehouses full of her foot creams and salts. Plus, we learn the method behind the old-fashioned foot rub down....

Maybe you just received the vaccine, or maybe you’ve decided to wait, either way as you get back out into the world you have to figure out how to appropriately discuss your vaccine status with friends, coworkers, or strangers. “California Live” talks to Resilience Expert Dr. Deborah Gilboa about how to reveal your private health information and the...

For so many, the isolation and job losses from the pandemic have increased mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, or addiction relapses. Getting back to the basics and connecting with nature can help. Dr. Deena Manion from Westwind Recovery takes “California Live” out on an adventure therapy excursion—including a sound bath and hike ...

Renowned Psychiatrist Dr. Amen doesn’t like the word “mental” as, he says, it has become stigmatized. So, for Mental Health Awareness month “California Live” is celebrating “brain health” with a trip to Amen’s office to better understand his approach to evaluating and treating the brain. When you have a better brain, everything in your life is bett...

Have you ever heard of salt-based therapy? According to the founders of Halo Salt Spa it can help with respiratory and skin ailments plus promotes energy. “California Live” gets a tour of the spa to get an understanding of how salt-based therapy works including a peek into the halotherapy salt room. Watch and hear about the Mother’s Day special....

Our friend Dr. Ian Smith talks to “California Live” about his new book “Fast Burn, The Power of Negative Energy Balance.” He takes us through his 9-week program that includes affordable accessible food options. “The beauty of the plan is that it really is easy to do,” he says. Learn how Smith’s program hacks the body’s energy balance so it......

J-Lo, the Kardashians, and Salma Hayek are just a few of the celebrities that makeup artist Joyce Bonelli has worked with. “California Live” sits down with Bonelli to glean makeup secrets and hear about her new skincare line. “It is so important to start with a great hydrated fresh face to apply makeup to,” says Bonelli. Watch to get more...

Many of us struggle with aches, pains, and sore muscles after a hard workout. “California Live’s” shopping expert Genevieve Gorder tells us all about ReAthlete—a percussive massager that will loosen your deep tissues and relieve your muscles. Get 29-40% off on www.adeals.com. Sponsored by America’s Deals & Steals and ReAthlete....

Restorative sleep is one of the best gifts we can give our minds and bodies—especially after this stress-inducing pandemic period. Nurse Barb Dehn gives us tangible tips to help you sleep better, including designing a calm sleep environment, writing down your worries, and more. Incorporate these habits into your routine tonight to optimize your sle...

Doing your own pedicures can be a challenge without the proper equipment. Salon Step’s innovation will help you master the art of a good self-care pedi. Its flexible footrest makes it more comfortable to reach your toes, the magnifying eyeglass will help you to paint within the lines, and the storage for nail polish and tools will keep you organize...

Getting wrinkles on your chest, neck, and hands? These sensitive areas of our skin can be effectively treated with Wrinkles Schminkles medical grade silicone patches that ease wrinkles overnight. Get 23-50% off today on...

Nurse Barb Dehn breaks down the current status of the vaccine efficacy, side effects, and what to do once you’ve gotten your second shot. She explains where it’s safe to let your guard down and where it’s not (like continuing to wear a mask in public). “We can do hard things,” she says. “We’re almost there.”