Mellanie Perez

1 month ago | houstoniamag.com | Mellanie Perez

Image: Houstonia Composite/Shutterstock.comSome people hop on TikTok for the dance challenges and viral trends; others are there to confirm whether their favorite celebrity got veneers. Whatever your personal flavor is, one thing is certain: America is obsessed with TikTok, and with teeth. The fixation on perfect pearly whites hasn’t faded since the days of Hollywood icons like Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor.

Dec 2, 2024 | health.com | Mellanie Perez

Health / marekuliasz / Getty Images Ashwagandha isn't a newfound herb or invention, but its popularity has skyrocketed since adaptogens entered the wellness market. Adaptogens are herbs and plants that are used to help your body "adapt" to stress. They're also used to help support your body's adrenal glands, regulate your hormones, and even increase stamina.

Aug 13, 2024 | houstoniamag.com | Mellanie Perez

The Texas Medical Center in Houston is the largest medical complex in the world. Did you know it also dabbles in venture capital? Image: Courtesy Texas Medical CenterThe Texas Medical Center (TMC) is a collector of colossal adjectives and accolades. You probably already know it as the largest medical center in the world, also home to the renowned Texas Children’s Hospital and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Jun 20, 2024 | houstoniamag.com | Mellanie Perez

Facilities like PKL Social have stepped up the pickleball game in Houston. Image: Courtesy Becca WrightPickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country, and it has certainly taken Houston by storm, with new dedicated pickleball facilities popping up across the city. If you’re a pickleball lover, now you can find indoor courts, outdoor courts, courts with amazing food and entertainment, and even some that offer a more professional approach with lessons and such.

May 15, 2024 | citylifestyle.com | Mellanie Perez

Featured ArticleThe summer trip you didn't plan; Dr. Rosines shares how to keep your kids out of the ER. Article by Mellanie Perez Originally published in River Oaks LifestyleWhen the temperatures start pushing the upper nineties and the sun starts setting after 8 p.m., kids and families start spending more time outdoors. Summer means it’s time to play, and who takes that more seriously than kids themselves? Perhaps Dr. Noam Rosines, Chief Medical Officer at Village Emergency Centers.