Laura Hertzfeld
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Los Angeles, CA, United States
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What talking to artists taught me about immersive journalism
I have always found merit and power in creative curation. The way headlines are written, which films get the green light, and how stories are presented can be as powerful as the stories themselves. I… → Read More
On Your Feet, Los Angeles
We spent a few days at some of our favorite healthy spots and created this guide to help you get to know the City of Angels on foot. → Read More
How Celebrity Chef Seamus Mullen Saved Himself by Eating Right
Chef Seamus Mullen believes in food as a healing agent. Growing up on a farm in Vermont, Mullen is no stranger to whole, nutrient-dense foods. He “didn’t know what a bad tomato was” until he went to school. But as he got older, certain foods severely affected his well-being. “It was really about the decimation of my gut health,” Mullen tells LIVESTRONG.COM’s Erin Mosbaugh on this week’s Stronger… → Read More
'Top Chef' Judge Tom Colicchio Slams Misogynistic Kitchen Culture
“Top Chef” judge and restaurateur Tom Colicchio is done putting up with “kitchen culture” — the toxic, machismo-driven environments that elevated a generation of chefs to celebrity status. As sexual harassment allegations about chefs John Besh and Todd English have come to light, Colicchio says it’s time for a change, and one that isn’t happening fast enough in professional kitchens around the… → Read More
What Every Woman Should Know About Self Defense — From an Expert Who's Been There
Two events convinced self-defense expert Jennifer Cassetta that her life's purpose included teaching others to protect themselves. → Read More
Michael Phelps on Life After Swimming and His Battle With Depression
23-time gold medalist Michael Phelps is opening up about two causes close to his heart: depression and water conservation. → Read More
How to Be a Badass Lady Boss, According to Evite and Gixo Co-Founder
Selina Tobaccowala is a master of kickstarting big projects and leading a team to victory. When she was president of Survey Monkey, she learned key skills about running a well-rounded organization. She is also the co-founder of Evite and led teams at Ticketmaster. Tobaccowala is a no-nonsense ladyboss who serves up great advice about how to get ahead in the workplace on the latest LIVESTRONG.com… → Read More
'Simpsons' Writer Shares His Funny Journey From Couch Potato to Marathoner
“The Simpsons” writer Joel Cohen — who has made a career writing about donuts — joins LIVESTRONG.COM editor Erin Mosbaugh to talk about marathons and fartleks. → Read More
OMG, Eating Cheese Is Linked to Better Health in New Study
While long vilified as a fat-laden, cholesterol-boosting treat, a recent study found that cheese can be eaten daily without having an effect on cholesterol. → Read More
What Does Your Coffee Choice Say About Your Age?
Coffee preferences can say a lot about a person's tastes -- black or with cream, iced vs. hot -- but it can also say something about a caffeine addict's age. → Read More
Lean Cuisine Hit With Lawsuit Over False Labeling
New lawsuit claims Lean Cuisine's 'no preservative' claim is false. The suit calls for Lean Cuisine to begin a “corrective advertising campaign." → Read More
SoulCycle’s Angela Davis Shares How to Kill It in Spin Class AND in Life
Angela Davis speaks with LIVESTRONG.COM's Michelle Vartan about overcoming depression with SoulCycle, faith, and fitness. → Read More
‘Unf*ck Your Habitat’ Author on How to Keep Your House Clean — Even When You're a Mess
Home organization guru Rachel Hoffman, author of blog Unf*ck Your Habitat, talks methods to cope with mess in small increments on this week's Stronger podcast. → Read More
These 2 Foods You Eat Every Day Contain Hidden Pesticides
Seemingly wholesome foods can contain high levels of pesticides. In this week's LIVESTRONG Stronger podcast, Jess Barron explores a new report about pesticides. → Read More
Is Cannabis the New Kale? ‘Bong Appetit’ Hosts Dish on the Health Benefits of Weed and Edibles
Cannabis' health benefits are still being discovered. But it's also great to cook with, say the hosts of Bong Appetit. Learn more on the Stronger podcast. → Read More
Lance Bass Doing Yoga With His Two Pups Is the Cutest
Singer Lance Bass took to the mat and did some yoga with his dogs, Chip and Dale last week. Yoga isn't just for people anymore! → Read More
Why Dax Shepard Tweeting His Sobriety Anniversary Is Worth Celebrating
Dax Shepard posted a heartfelt message on Twitter celebrating 12 years of sobriety. Sharing recovery milestones on social may help prevent addiction relapses. → Read More
SoulCycle’s Angela Davis Shares How to Kill It in Spin Class AND in Life
Angela Davis speaks with LIVESTRONG.COM's Michelle Vartan about overcoming depression with SoulCycle, faith, and fitness. → Read More
Why We Need to Celebrate Equal Pay Day
Tuesday is Equal Pay Day, which acknowledges the disparity in pay that women face. Businesses are giving 20-percent discounts to women in solidarity. → Read More
OMG, Eating Cheese Is Linked to Better Health in New Study
While long vilified as a fat-laden, cholesterol-boosting treat, a recent study found that cheese can be eaten daily without having an effect on cholesterol. → Read More