Tag: holiday

  • ‘Tis the Season, NOT the Sinuses

    ‘Tis the Season, NOT the Sinuses

    ‘Tis the Christmas holiday season? Yes! ‘Tis the runny nose season? Yes, but you don’t have to be in that spirit! A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the lining of the sinuses that often leads to persistent runny noses, headaches, fevers and facial pains. According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, more… Read more

  • 15 Surefire Strategies to Stay Fit From Thanksgiving to New Years

    15 Surefire Strategies to Stay Fit From Thanksgiving to New Years

    Between pies and cross-country travel, it can be pretty tough to stay active during the holiday season. A cornucopia of family obligations, work parties, and last-minute shopping means that hitting the gym often gets delayed or crossed off the schedule altogether. Not this year! There are 35 days between Thanksgiving and New Years Day, so… Read more

  • 3 Simple Tips to Not Overeat on Thanksgiving

    3 Simple Tips to Not Overeat on Thanksgiving

    The holidays are my favorite time of year. Not just for the food — much of which isn’t exactly healthy — but for family. However, this year will be a tad bit different. Some families will not be able to gather around the Thanksgiving dinner table, as is usually planned. There will be ‘Zoom Thanksgivings’… Read more

  • How to Slim Down Before Thanksgiving

    How to Slim Down Before Thanksgiving

    The average American downs 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day — about 2,500 more calories than he or she does other days of the year. Wouldn’t it be great if you could bank enough caloric goodwill to simply erase those 4,500 calories from your waist, and linger at the table as long as you like? Here… Read more

  • “Happy” Holiday Tips

    “Happy” Holiday Tips

    It can get really frustrating and stressful about now, if you don’t have a plan.  So, follow these tips to ensure optimal relaxation and less stress. Tip #1: Make your list and check it twice!  Can you imagine getting to the store and NOT having your list? Then, to top it off, you forgot about… Read more

  • 5 Health Benefits Of Peppermint

    5 Health Benefits Of Peppermint

    In the midst of all the indulgence and decadence this time of year, it’s comforting to know there are some very real health benefits to some of the most common flavors of the season. Between candy canes and Christmas bark, peppermint is giving cinnamon a run for its money as stand-out spice of the holiday… Read more

  • Surefire Strategies to Stay Fit From Thanksgiving to New Years

    Surefire Strategies to Stay Fit From Thanksgiving to New Years

    Between pies and more pies, it can be pretty tough to stay active during the holiday season. A cornucopia of family obligations, work parties, and last-minute shopping means that hitting the gym often gets delayed or crossed off the schedule altogether. Not this year! There are 35 days between Thanksgiving and New Years Day, so… Read more

  • 4 Herbs and Spices that Naturally Stop Sugar Cravings

    4 Herbs and Spices that Naturally Stop Sugar Cravings

    With the holiday season in full swing, it’s (way too) easy to OD on sugary cookies, cakes, and treats at every turn. Of course, indulging in a Christmas cookie is good for the soul, but going overboard on treats may not be the best decision. The next time you find yourself tempted with holiday sweets, reach… Read more