January 7, 2008

Here’s to Your Health!

Feel Better Already Guide ’08

Out with the old, in with the new. Although you resolved to be healthy, you can still eat, drink, and be merry while doing it.

A New Lease on Life
Destress with a Shirodhara Journey at The Ritz-Carlton Spa (2121 McKinney Avenue; 214-922-4823). The powerful and rejuvenating treatment lulls you into a state of serenity. Rehydrate with an Intraceuticals Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment, which gives skin a dewy glow. Don’t leave without booking a martini and manicure with Joey Flores — he’ll keep you in stitches (and laugher is good for the soul).

Shape Up or Ship Out
Resolved to eat better but bewildered by the options? Make an appointment with certified nutritionist Max Fuqua of Plaza Health Foods (6717 Snider Plaza; 214-363-2661). He’ll get you on track in no time. And you’ll need to incorporate exercise into your program, so check out the new Studio Maximum in the back (Zumba, Pilates, yoga, and more). Any other issues can be solved by a massage from Michael Richardson.

Here Comes the Sun
In Dallas, you never know what the weather’s going to be. One day you’re ugging around and the next you’re flip-flopping. Regardless, sunscreen’s a must. Make it your mission to try Marfa-inspired Blackwell’s skincare (Epiphany, 412 North Bishop Avenue, Oak Cliff; 214-946-4411).