CONTRIBUTORS

On their latest health and wellness discoveries…

Ning Chao

“HAUTE BATHS” PG 75

A former writer and editor at Marie Claire, InStyle, Elle, Vogue, and Glamour, Ning Chao now divides her time between driving, writing articles, and figuring out what to feed people. She lives in Hancock Park with her husband and two kids.

“Who knew that walking around barefoot at home for the past three years would cause a bunion? I’ve been wearing Dr. Baravarian’s ArchTek socks around the house now to try to keep my toes straight.”

Carole Dixon

“NEW YEAR, NEW PLANT-BASED” PG 61

Carole Dixon’s work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Travel + Leisure, Robb Report, Modern Luxury, AFAR, PureWow, Wallpaper, and the Beverly Hills Courier, among others. Favorite projects have included producing Food for Thought in London with the legendary A. A. Gill.

“I’ve discovered a new superfood protein powder from the Andes called MIKUNA that I love putting in my morning tea for extra richness and a boost of energy. Plus, it’s vegan, paleo, and keto, gluten, and lectin free, so will work with whatever New Year’s diet you are on.”

Sheean Hanlan

“BLENDING THE RULES” PG 24

Sheean Hanlan is a journalist and artist based in Florence, Italy. After a childhood in the Bahamas, she moved to Malibu to attend Pepperdine University and broke into publishing as associate managing editor of C-Suite Quarterly. Her articles have appeared in Italian and American media outlets with a focus on art, travel, and business.

“Meals are sacred in Italy. I no longer eat while walking or watching TV. Now, I slow down and savor each bite. I’ve also learned—by observing Italian grandmas—to walk everywhere, even to the market to do my grocery shopping.”

Ramona Saviss

“FISH FOOD” PG 68

A native Angeleno, Ramona Saviss covers all things L.A., plus luxury, travel, food and drink, style, society, wellness, and beauty. Her favorite part of the job, however, is meeting interesting people and telling their stories.

“As part of my pregnancy wellness routine, I’ve been going to Origin for physical therapy, where they focus on prenatal and post-pregnancy recovery. My weekly appointments help alleviate some of the aches and pains from my changing body, even if that just translates into a di erent kind of massage—no complaints here!”