Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are neurologists/neuroscientists dedicated to researching, treating and preventing neurodegenerative diseases. They have studied how our lifestyle impacts our brain health, and in this episode we discuss simple lifestyle practices we can implement to support our brains. We discuss the validity of various fad diets and whether they positively impact our brains; how to support our brains through diet, exercise, and sleep; how to challenge ourselves cognitively; the importance of good stress; practical tips to easily incorporate into our lives for brain health and so much more.   More info at: healthymindsinitiative.org.   Get Origins gift sets today, available at Origins.com.   Take Cymbiotika's quiz to find the best supplements for your health goals — Use code BLONDE at checkout on cymbiotika.com to get 15% off your first purchase or create a custom bundle for up to 45% off!   Go to Zocdoc.com/BLONDE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.   Become the best version of yourself and get 15% off Ned products with code BLONDE. Go to helloned.com/BLONDE or enter code BLONDE at checkout.   You can grow thicker, healthier hair AND support our show by going to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code BLONDE to save fifteen dollars off your first month’s subscription. This is their best offer ANYWHERE and it is only available to US customers for a limited time. Plus FREE shipping on EVERY order.   There's never been a better time to try Match. Download the Match app today.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking with the Pop Apologists about weird Hollywood wellness trends and all the crazy things celebrities do to look hot. We chat about the Kardashians and their drastic weight loss, vaginal steaming, juice cleanses, colonics, fad diets, conspiracy theories, and so much more.   Visit Clare at www.clare.com/BLONDE to get started and receive 10% off your order.    Visit athleticgreens.com/blondefiles for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.     Start your 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials, including their best-selling suitcases and bags at AWAYTRAVEL.com/blonde       Right now, get a full custom 3D design of your new kitchen at cabinetstogo.com/BLONDE.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode I'm talking with Jessica Sepel, founder of JS Health,   3x best selling author & clinical nutritionist, about how she transitioned from fad dieting and restrictive eating to living a wholesome balanced lifestyle. We also discuss hormones and gut health, how vitamins can treat symptoms, wellness rituals and routines, the importance of setting boundaries, accepting imperfection, and so much more.   Use code BLONDE15 for 15% off the full range at JSHealth Vitamins... Carefully formulated to care for you. You can also find Jess on all social platforms at @jshealth and @jshealthvitamins.   Visit Carawayhome.com to take advantage of their Cyber Season Event and score up to 20% off your next purchase of non-toxic kitchenware. This deal won’t last long.   Right now, get 20% off your BareNecessities order when you go to BareNecessities.com and use code blonde20.   The Blonde Files Podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/files and get on your way to being your best self.   Get filtered shower water at www.jolieskinco.com or follow them @jolieskinco on Instagram to learn more!   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode I’m answering questions from listeners including current wellness routines and habits, cooking favorites, how to unlearn restrictive mindsets, intuitive eating to fuel your cravings, which procedures & treatments are (and aren't) worth it, current must-haves, and more.   Go to littlewordsproject.com/BLONDE or enter BLONDE at checkout for 30% off your first order. It’s the best offer you can get, limited time only.     For listeners of the show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at CALM.COM/blonde.     Right now Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/BLONDE10 and turn healthy habits into a Ritual.      Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/BLONDEFILES.   Get Origins gift sets today, available at Origins.com.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode I’m discussing Body Dysmorphic Disorder with expert and therapist Robyn Stern, LCSW. We discuss what BDD actually is and what the symptoms are; how BDD differs from having issues with body image; the effect celebrities, photoshop and social media filters have on body image and BDD; whether altering one’s appearance is classified as BDD; how to recover, and so much more.   Take Cymbiotika's quiz to find the best supplements for your health goals — Use code BLONDE at checkout on cymbiotika.com to get 15% off your first purchase or create a custom bundle for up to 45% off!   Go to Zocdoc.com/BLONDE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.   Get filtered shower water at www.jolieskinco.com or follow them @jolieskinco on Instagram to learn more!   If you’re looking for a sign to buy yourself the diamond (or gold hoops, bracelet, or necklace), then this is it. Make your own day and go to mejuri.com.   Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/BLONDEFILES20 or enter code BLONDEFILES20 at checkout.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking with Chervin Jafarieh, the founder of Cymbiotika, about the fundamentals of health and wellness. We discuss the importance of proper sleep; escapism and stress; the power of being present; experiential purpose; why you need movement; consciousness and acts of service; turning trauma into purpose and so much more.   Take Cymbiotika's quiz to find the best supplements for your health goals — Use code BLONDE at checkout on cymbiotika.com to get 15% off your first purchase or create a custom bundle for up to 45% off!   This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.   Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm chatting with Liana Levi, the founder of Forma Pilates, an exclusive boutique studio with a celebrity clientele. We talk about how celebrities prepare for big events; radical self-love and acceptance; owning your own body and having realistic expectations; fitness mistakes; body shaming and so much more.   Code BLONDE for 20% off annual subscription at Formapilatesla.com.   As our partner, Maude is giving 15% off your first order on all products with the code BLONDE. Head over to getmaude.com/BLONDE.   Visit Clare at www.clare.com/BLONDE to get started and receive 10% off your order.    Visit athleticgreens.com/blondefiles for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.   Go to Zocdoc.com/BLONDE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.   Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today at Prose.com/BLONDE.   Right now, get a full custom 3D design of your new kitchen at cabinetstogo.com/BLONDE.     Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking with Roxie Nafousi, self-development coach and best-selling author of the book Manifest. We chat about the power of manifestation and how it changed her life; the law of attraction; relationships and overcoming rejection; gratitude and how it allows you operate on a higher vibrational frequency. We also dispel manifestation myths and so much more.   Go to Nuuly.com and enter the code BLONDE20 when you sign up to get $20 off your first month.   Become the best version of yourself and get 15% off Ned products with code BLONDE. Go to helloned.com/BLONDE or enter code BLONDE at checkout.   Save 15% off sitewide when you go to JustThriveHealth.com and use code: BLONDE at checkout.      Go to littlewordsproject.com/BLONDE or enter BLONDE at checkout for 30% off your first order. It’s the best offer you can get, limited time only.     Start your 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials, including their best-selling suitcases and bags at AWAYTRAVEL.com/blonde   Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm chatting with Kit Keenan (aka the real Blair Waldorf) about what it's like growing up with a mom in the fashion industry, beauty standards and the pressure of making your passion your career. We also talk about her approach to wellness; moderation vs. strict dieting; mental health and therapy; how to constructively deal with the haters, and so much more.   As our partner, Maude is giving 15% off your first order on all products with the code BLONDE. Head over to getmaude.com/BLONDE.   Visit Clare at www.clare.com/BLONDE to get started and receive 10% off your order.    Visit Houseofmacadamias.com and use code BLONDE20 to receive 20% off your first purchase of their nuts or bars.   For listeners of the show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at CALM.COM/blonde.   Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking to board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Cohen, who performed my procedure, about all things breasts. We discuss the benefits of plastic surgery and how it can improve your happiness and quality of life; breast augmentation procedures; the differences between implants and fat transfers; how to best determine size; breast implant illness and risks and so much more.   For more info, visit Dr. Cohen's website at www.drrobertcohen.com.   Go to Nuuly.com and enter the code BLONDE20 when you sign up to get $20 off your first month.   Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/BLONDEFILES20 or enter code BLONDEFILES20 at checkout.   Visit athleticgreens.com/blondefiles for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.   If you’re looking for a sign to buy yourself the diamond (or gold hoops, bracelet, or necklace), then this is it. Make your own day and go to mejuri.com.   Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/BLONDEFILES.   Produced by Dear Media.    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.