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Wives say Hello to Zoe Copsey, our new resident nutritionist for THE WIFE. Zoe has studied Anatomy & Physiology at Bristol University and then trained in Weight Loss and Lifestyle Nutrition. She is now the Head of Nutrition for a Lomax, a boutique Health and Lifestyle Company putting together bespoke meal plans for her clients as well as developing the menu for the popular and trendy cafe in the heart of Chelsea. Zoe works alongside chefs as well as other leading Nutritional Therapists in London including Vicki Edgson, who has written numerous books that have been sold worldwide. Zoe’s ethos is to make healthy eating more accessible and enjoyable to improve one’s overall health and sense of well being. – Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

 A frequent and sometimes embarrassing complaint amongst many women tends to be gas, wind and bloating, as well as IBS type symptoms, which can occur intermittently or for longer periods of time. These symptoms can arise for many reasons from stress to intolerances or even an imbalance in gut microflora, but very often just some tweaks in the diet may help. Here are some top tips to help with digestive health:

• It sounds simple but remember to CHEW YOUR FOOD! In our hectic lives we always tend to forget this simple thing. Chewing ensures that food can be broken down effectively putting less stress on the rest of the digestive process.
• Equally you may find that when you’re stressed your stomach is in ‘knots’. Always take some time out to sit down and eat meals, never eat on the run.

The East Coast wives are probably no stranger to The Blue Print cleanse program, but for us West Coast wives you can now buy single Blue Print juices at Whole Foods Market! Launched in 2007 you only had access to their fresh pressed juices via online delivery service. Now us California gals have the same privileges as our fellow New Yorkers, we get to throw single Blue Print juices into our carts while grocery shopping or buy in bulk for a cleanse. They are quite pricey compared to Pressed Juicery, a single bottle of juice will cost you around $10.00 due to the fact that they are certified organic and raw.

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If you didn’t already know PH balance is very important and a great jumping off point if your aiming for perfect health. PH levels measure your internal fluids and can have an affect on every cell in your body. So you can imagine why your body naturally tries it’s hardest to maintain a PH level of 7.4. And since your body is about 80% water, the quality of water you drink is important and should be alkaline at a PH balance  between 9 -10 (Normal tap water is a 7.0).

Alkaline water is produced by water ionizing equipment that uses electrolysis, the machine separates the water into acidic and alkaline channels. Alkaline water detoxifies the body helping neutralize stored acids, preventing toxins from accumulating and has antioxidant properties that help ward off illnesses like cancer and other diseases. It helps carry oxygen to cells, cleaning air in the lungs, and strengthens organs to absorb nutrients and vitamins. Alkaline water also hydrates the body more quickly rejuvenating skin, improving circulation and the metabolic rate in the body, which in turn helps to lose weight and burn fat at a faster pace.

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African dance classes is a high energy celebration of life and health! Even if you’ve never danced before, African dance can show you how to develop a stronger, leaner body through an effective body-stretching, strengthening and toning warm-up and simple-yet-energetic dance movements. Even more invigorating is all classes perform to the captivating power of live drum rhythms. This technique exercises and inspires both mind, body, and frees the spirit.  -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

My favorite new addicting work out is the newly opened Soul Cycle in West Hollywood. SoulCycle’s full-body workout has revolutionized indoor cycling and taken the world of fitness by storm. Combining inspirational coaching and high-energy music, SoulCycle offers an engaging workout that benefits both the mind and the body.

Each SoulCycle ride delivers an intense FULL-BODY workout with a fun and energizing atmosphere. Not only do riders burn calories and get their hearts pumping, but using the SoulCycle® Method, riders also work their core and use hand weights to tone their upper bodies. In all of our studios, we ensure that SoulCyclists are treated to the country’s best instructors and staff, trained to deliver unique services and personal attention to all levels of riders.

Beyond providing an intense cardio workout, SoulCycle also incorporates a mental component of inspirational coaching. By keeping the lights low and riding by candlelight, SoulCycle creates a cardio sanctuary where riders can come to clear their heads. And they have alkaline water on tap! What more could you ask for?