If you’re looking to improve your sense of well-being, check out the August Yoga Journal, whose slogan is “Create happiness every day.” Among the featured topics:
– How to improve your intimate relationships through a Lovers’ Yoga workshop led by Darrin Zeer, a yoga teacher and author. “There’s an incredible melding and intimacy that happens, but also a profound relaxation,” Zeer says.
– How to find effective sunscreens free of potentially dangerous chemicals. Hint: Look for products with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as active ingredients.
– Which foods are most effective in cooling you down on a hot summer’s day. Surprise: Chilled or frozen foods can be counterproductive, preventing you from absorbing nutrients, according to principles of ayurveda, an ancient Indian health tradition.