Metro - Body & Soul

US – Sunday, March 21

The key to Kyoto

Kyoto’s temples and Geisha culture are legendary, but this city is no slouch when it comes to mixing in a large slice of contemporary, too.

Obama pushes loan fixes

The House and the Senate are expected to vote on the reconciliation legislation within the next week or so to resolve their differences over health care reform.

My Wellbeing

Belly dancing: More than a hippie shake

Combining a cardio workout with mental relaxation, a typical one-hour belly-dancing class will strengthen and shape the body. Arina Djakova of the London Dance Academy tells Metro how to turn the dance into a full- body workout, from the shoulder shimmy to the snake arms.

My Wellbeing

Catching up with the Oz household

Dr. Mehmet Oz is a cardiothoracic surgeon, author, regular on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” and host of “The Dr. Oz Show.” His wife, Lisa Oz, is the author of “US: Transforming Ourselves and the Relationships that Matter Most.” They have four children.

My Wellbeing

As a parent, rethinking the traditional roles

In my home, parenting is like a sport where my husband and I are on the same team. The traditional gender roles are blurred and we are truly equal partners: My kids have a dad who brings them to school, gives them baths and gets up with them during the night. They have a mom who takes them to sporting events, makes their meals and teaches them how to ride a bike.

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Stay focused: How to handle ADD without the medication

I told my doctor I’ve been having trouble focusing and get distracted easily, and he suggested I have Attention Deficit Disorder. He gave me a prescription but couldn’t recommend any non-drug treatments. I know this is one of those fad diagnoses, and I’m not one who relies on meds. Can you give me some tips on how to deal with this without using medication?

The March MMMpod features conversation and music from Surfer Blood and The Allman Brothers Band (There's a double-bill you're not too likely to see. However, Gregg Allman does mention Hannah Montana!). We also speak with Vampire Weekend and the Dropkick Murphys.

How to spend your tax refund like a pro

Spring is in the air: It’s time to hunt down the best deal on this season’s must-have sandals, indulge in one too many candy Easter eggs and, oh yeah, do your taxes.