Fearless Fabulous You

Called “the poet laureate of the wok,” Grace Young shares her time-tested expertise on purchasing, seasoning and preparing healthy meals with a wok- an original one-pan wonder! Author of Stir-Frying to the Sky’s Edge, The Breath of a Wok and The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, Young is an advocate for supporting Asian-American businesses, many which are mom and pop-run. Young’s Instagram campaign #...

In 2011, Dr. Tiffany Bowen founded Skyler’s Gift Foundation after the loss of her son Skyler to prematurity related causes. The Foundation raises funds to support families in need to cover burial costs and grief counseling. It also supports ongoing research to prevent premature births and deaths and to raise awareness of this very personal issue. www.skylersgift.org . Bowen is proprietor of Harlem...

"Can I pick your brain?" How many times has someone asked you this? Do you respond "Yes" because you want to help or just to be nice? How do you feel about it? Giving free advice is nice if you want to help someone out, but it's not if you feel being taken advantaged of. Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young addresses different scenarios when someone asks, "Can I pick your brain?" and provides...

Cervical cancer is preventable and treatable when diagnosed early, but you must be proactive. The most important things you can do to prevent cervical cancer are to get the HPV vaccine if you are eligible and to undergo regular screenings, including Pap Tests and HPV tests. Dr. Mira Hellman-Ostrov, a board- certified obstetrics, gynecology and gynecological oncology specialist at John Theurer Canc...

We can all play a role in helping reduce greenhouse gases and our carbon footprint starting with the foods we eat. Certified Plant-Based Nutrition Chef Alejandra Schrader shares tips on cooking ethically, reducing food waste, and using every part of the plant, from carrot tops to plantain peels to avocado pits and papaya seeds. Schrader is author of "The Low Carbon Cookbook," with fabulous info on...

Fiber is essential to your overall health; yet less than 5% of Americans get the recommended amount of fiber each day. Fiber has many benefits starting with your gut health; lack of fiber can lead to digestive issues and constipation, shares Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, author of “The Fiber Effect.” Fiber is only found in plant-based foods like beans, peas, lentils, fruits, vegetables, nuts a...

Nothing beats a glass of sparkling to brighten any day or meal. Certified Sommelier Marika Vida, a.k.a. The MomSomm, and Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young discuss sparkling wines around the world, including Champagne and Crémant from France, Cava from Spain, Sekt from Germany, Franciacorta from Italy, and selections from the U.S.A. Learn how sparkling wines are made and discover fabulous fi...

In November of 2015, Makenna Held fell upon a New York Times article called ‘The House that Julia Built’ thanks to a Smith College Alum forum. That house in Provence was "La Pitchoune," the former vacation home of cooking legend, Julia Child. Thanks to a helping of pluck, a dash of luck, and a few teaspoons of serendipity, Held bought the house, sight-unseen, moved to France, and opened the ‘Coura...

What's the secret to building a successful food business from scratch? Charleston, South Carolina's Carrie Morey founded Callie's Hot Little Biscuit in 2005 with the goal of making her mother's made-by-hand buttery biscuits accessible across the country. Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit is recognized as an iconic Southern brand with a loyal following nationwide. Carrie discusses her road to success, he...

Lisa Weldon's world collapsed the year she turned 58. Her 25-year marriage ended. Her advertising career stalled. Her home faced foreclosure. To reinvigorate her life, Lisa decided to spend 30 days in New York City taking digital media courses to boost her marketability and walking a mile each day exploring the city's neighborhood and writing a blog. She shares her experiences in her memoir, "Twen...

After experiencing the death of her father and subsequent child abuse when she was 5, Becca Stevens made it her mission to help women who are victims of human trafficking and sex abuse. In 1997, she founded the nonprofit Thistle Farms to provide a safe haven for women who otherwise may have nowhere else to turn. Based in Nashville, Thistle Farms provides housing, medical and mental health appointm...

Michelle Moore’s desire to help mothers and families suffering from adversity led her to establish the nonprofit Mother’s Grace, a professional group of Moms who donate their time and talent to help mothers in need. Mother's Grace provides families with financial assistance for essential living expenses and has awarded grants to over 25 nonprofits run by Moms. Michelle is author of “Mother’s Grace...

Imagine buying a home on a vacation and moving halfway across the country to start a new life. Event planner turned self-taught professional baker, Sarah Gonzalez, moved from southern California to Spring Hill, Tennessee. She opened Spring Hill Bakery and attracted legions of fans. Her cinnamon buns were top sellers! After a health scare from overwork, Sarah closed the retail bakery to focus on he...

November 15 is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. But for most of us, clearing out old and unused food and leftovers needs to be done on a weekly basis to avoid contamination and risk of harmful bacteria. This is important for everyone and essential if you are caring for a loved one with a compromised immune system or who is elderly. Learn how long to refrigerate or freeze your favorite foo...

More than 53 million Americans provide care for adults and children who cannot care for themselves in the form of unpaid health or supportive care for someone they love. Karen Warner Schueler shares her personal experience caring for her late husband who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Her book, "The Sudden Caregiver: A Roadmap for Resilient Caregiving," is a practical guide and helpful resour...

Changing your diet can improve your health, boost metabolism, help reduce risk of illness and help you maintain your best weight. Nutrition Specialist Liana Werner-Gray author of "Cancer Free with Food" and "The Earth Diet," discusses healthy eating tips to help cancer patients. Danna Demetre, RN and Robyn Thomson, Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner, co-authors of "Eat Live Thrive Diet" discuss the...

Orianne Collins is a jewelry designer, philanthropist and mother of three boys. After suffering a neck injury in a martial arts exhibition and waking up paralyzed from the neck down after a medical error during surgery, Collins spent three years learning to regain her mobility and walk again. She founded the Never Give Up Foundation to help individuals with spinal cord injuries receive the care an...

Clinical Social Worker Lindsey Henke created Pregnancy After Loss Support (PALS) to provide peer-to-peer support for bereaved moms who become pregnant after previously losing a child. Henke shares her own story of losing oldest daughter, Nora, after a healthy full-term pregnancy, and becoming pregnant again. In “Plenty: A Memoir of Food & Family,” author and food writer, Hannah Howard, writes abou...

Undergoing treatment for a major illness like cancer may require you to take time off from your job or request certain accommodations from your employer. Attorney Adam Paskoff, Esq., Paskoff & Tamber LLC, explains different laws and considerations to protect eligible employees, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Paskoff explains that certai...

New York's Finger Lakes (aka #FLX) wine region produces world-class wines, notably Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir. Meaghan Frank, Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, one of the pioneer producers in the #FLX, discusses the wines and region. Tara Jasper is a breast cancer survivor who wants to raise awareness of risk reduction and genetic testing. Founder of Sipsong Spirits she pro...

A trip to Africa to photograph wildlife changed Barbara Hollweg’s life. The stay-at-home-mom and amateur photographer at the time is now an acclaimed photographer and animal conservationist, helping to save orphaned and abused chimpanzees. Hollweg’s documentary film Pant Hoot (2021) tells the story of "chimpanzee whisperer," Stany Nyandwi, a survivor of the Burundi genocide who has devoted his lif...

Many high-profile athletes and celebrities have opened up about their mental health challenges. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million Americans, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Cristie Ritz-King, PysD, LPC, RYT, a psychologist and licensed professional counselor in New Jersey specializing in trauma and maternal mental health, discusses causes of anxiety, how not be so...

Chef Katie Chin has appeared at the White House, on Food Network and teaches cooking lessons on the digital platform, HUNGRY. She says her late mother, LeeAnn Chin, a rags-to-riches entrepreneur success story who founded the LeeAnn Chin and Asia Grille restaurant chains, inspired her to leave her career as a film executive and take up cooking. Chin is author of "Katie Chin's Global Family Cookbook...

More women are purchasing and consuming wine. That's why many wine marketers tailor their sales message to women. Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young, also a wine and health writer, explains the terms organic, natural, biodynamic and vegan wines and U.S. Dietary Guidelines for healthy consumption. She shares her insights on why promoting wines as "clean and better for you" is purely marketing...

Spring Washam shares how meditation and mindfulness can help you manage and reduce stress and anxiety. Washam is a founding teacher at East Bay Meditation Center in North California and leads workshops & retreats. Lizzie Asher, co-Founder of Macchu Pisco with her sister, Melanie, explains the process of making pisco, the national spirit of Peru. Pisco is a clear white distilled spirit made from wi...