As the holidays end and cold weather still looms, many people start to feel depressed…but spring is finally here and warmth soon will bring the sun which is a natural up-lifter. But before it is swimsuit season there are a few ways to feel good now.
Health.com has provided several meals that literally lift your spirits:
* Salmon- omega-3 fatty acids naturally boost mood
* Shrimp and Farfalle- carbs increase levels of serotonin- a chemical that elevates mood plus more omega-3
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Finding it hard to stay trim this holiday season? These helpful hints may help you decipher between a sugary treat and a healthier alternative that is just as flavorful.
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During the holidays it seems all we do is give and receive. Giving includes those gifts that have an abundance of calories, sugar and a very minute amount of nutrition.
The southbeachdiet.com has outlined these easy ways to handle receiving those sugar coated gifts:
1) Put tempting sweets on a serving platter at your next holiday party
2) Bring the goodies into your office
3) Consider a gift swap with a family member or neighbor
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Find yourself wheezing or gasping for air during the rainy, colder months? The weather seems to have a significant role on those with asthma.
WebMD shares that a recent study in the Allergy journal explains how wind in thunderstorms are becoming a huge problem. The wind carries pollen grains at a ground level which tend to get into the lower part of the airway, this sends high numbers of asthma patients into attacks– causing hospital visits.
“When breathing in fast, the air they exchange doesn’t have a chance to warm up,” says David Hagaman, MD, medical director at the Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program. As a result, the increased cooling of the airway triggers the airway to react by swelling.
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Spending time with family is supposed to bring joy and happiness during the holidays, but for many, “the fam” produces stress, anxiety and amounts to obligatory time and energy. Of course, the list of purchases, holiday parties and constant supply of holiday desserts doesn’t help either…
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As the weather changes from summer into fall and then winter, our skin starts to react to the cold weather. But for diabetics, dry, itchy skin can be more than just seasonal. This can be a sign of danger…a sign of nerve damage and other problems caused by diabetes.
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During these shorter, colder days…don’t hibernate…get moving! The winter season offers several different enjoyable outdoor exercises.
“Dress properly,” says Ann C. Snyder, PhD, professor in the department of…
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This season of holly, mistletoe, jolly old St. Nick, dradles, feasting and family leads to an abundance of food and drink. These options always tend to be full of sugar and empty calories. Exercises get tossed out the window as parties, gatherings and open houses fill your calendar.
“The trick during the holidays is to not only eat healthy meals based on lean proteins, nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables, fiber-rich whole grains, and low-fat dairy — but also to make sure you work in your mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks, which will help you keep your cravings under control,” explains Dr. Arthur Agatston, author of the South Beach Diet Supercharged.
Here are a few items that should be a must to keep in your kitchen during the holiday season as well as throughout the year. These will help keep you on track.
• Edamame
• Hard-boiled eggs
• Fat-free or low-fat cottage cheese
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This holiday season the winter air inspires cold, crisp days full of outdoor activities. Not all parts of winter are delightful…dry winter skin can appear just after the Jack O Lantern has been stowed away for the year.
There are ways to help you to avoid getting that itchy, dry, patchy skin. Start your winter season by addressing the reasons your skin becomes irritated. Take into consideration you indoor and outdoor environments, your skin care schedule and even what you wear.
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