It shouldn’t surprise you that many of the “comfort” foods we’re drawn to in times of stress—fast food, refined sweet, and process carbohydrates—often end up exacerbating our stress levels rather than soothing them. So rather than seeking temporary emotional anesthesia with a chocolate bar that will quickly wears off, try noshing on these ten foods with naturally-calming properties.
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The good news is that many traditional holiday foods are actually quite healthy—it’s all about how you prepare them. Take these ten festive favorites as healthful examples, and be sure to include them in your holiday feast.
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It’s difficult to stay true to your weight loss goals during the holidays. However, you can enjoy some turkey and almost all of the fixings without binging yourself into a food coma. Here are 8 effective ways to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner while preventing holiday weight gain.
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We all love the holidays because it’s a time of year where we get to spend time with our family and loved ones, and celebrate with good food and drinks. However, the holidays can be overwhelming for those who are trying to be healthy! To stay on track, avoid or limit eating these 10 foods.
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Incorporating the following foods into your weekly dinners (or mid-evening snacks) should have your child getting better quality sleep in no time.
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It’s no surprise that 25-percent of North Americans from a serious drop in mood and energy during the winter months, developing the “winter blues”—or worse, a case of full-blown seasonal affective disorder. The good news is that you can beat the winter blahs with these 10 mood and energy-boosting foods!
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