About.com Health: Taking an Alternative Approach

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor When conventional medicine doesn't cure what ails them, many folks turn to complementary and alternative medicine. This broad term encompasses several types of therapies, including herbs and supplements, massage, aromatherapy, and mind-body techniques. A Guilt-Free Reason to Enjoy Chocolate While the science is still early, some studies show that compounds in chocolate may help boost heart health. I have to thank whoever first decided to study this. Can You Prevent Heart Disease Naturally? The Benefits of Resveratrol See More About:  remedies for high cholesterol  heart disease remedies  food and health Release Your Tension Massage therapy can help relieve muscle tension and pain, and is sometimes used as part of treatment for conditions like arthritis, migraines, and circulatory problems. 10 Most Popular Types of Massage Therapy Answers to Embarrassing Massage Questions See More About:  massage  pain remedies  massage for back pain Supplementing Your Health Antioxidant supplements are often touted as a natural way to prevent disease and reverse the signs of aging. But are they really worth the money? Uses for Flaxseed The Hidden Benefits of Green Tea See More About:  antioxidants  herbs and supplements  cancer Stick It to Pain I have to admit, I get nervous about needles. But research has found fewer adverse effects with acupuncture than with the drugs often prescribed to treat pain conditions. Can Acupuncture Help with Weight Loss? Acupuncture and Irritable Bowel Syndrome See More About:  acupuncture  pain remedies  remedies for arthritis Health Ads Health Health and Nutrition Health Join In Holistic Health Care Health Plan Health Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! New Year's Advice for Celiacs How to Get Into the NYC Marathon The Holidays and Hospital Errors New Year's Eve Drinking and SIDS Low Carb Diets in 2010   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Interpret Your Lab Test Results Decode Your Symptoms Advertisement

About.com Health: Food Allergy Holiday Survival Guide

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor I must admit, one of my favorite things about the holidays is all the delicious treats that are in abundance. For folks with food allergies, however, the holidays can be stressful, as potentially life-threatening allergens seem to lurk on every tabletop. Allergy-Proofing Your Holiday Meal It is possible to enjoy the holiday season with food allergies, though. We'll show you how. See More About:  food allergy celebrations  christmas  hannukah Food Allergies in Flight If you're traveling for the holidays, you'll want to bone up on your airline's policy for people with food allergies. In many cases, you'll need to contact the airline ahead of time to reserve a special meal. See More About:  food allergy travel  airlines  airplane food Symptoms of Food Allergies Sometimes, it can be difficult to tell if you have a food allergy, or if something else is to blame for how you're feeling. Symptoms in Babies See More About:  food allergy basics  food allergy symptoms  hives Safety Tips for Kids You can't always control what foods your child comes in contact with when at school, daycare, or a friend's house. Taking these precautions, though, can help them stay safe. The Most Common Food Allergies in Children 5 Peanut- and Nut-Free Treats See More About:  allergies and schools  emergency action plans  food allergy safety Health Ads Health Food Home Health Health Tips Health Clinics Public Health Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! Coping with Loneliness at Christmas Best Walking Gear for the New Year Resveratrol and Cancer Risk Five Ways to Say No to Alcohol Gluten-Free Holiday Cookie Recipes   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Advertisement

About.com Health: Brrr... It's Cold Out There!

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor Sure - right about now, I'd love to be relaxing on a hot, sunny beach. But back in reality, I'm shivering my way through a "brisk" Midwestern winter. Is It Frostbite? If, like me, your tropical paradise exists only in your mind, you'll want to bundle up tightly to protect against frostbite and other winter health concerns. Frostbite Pictures How to Treat Frostbite See More About:  cold exposure  first aid faq  frostbite Staying Warm on the Run For committed runners, even freezing temps can't stop them from hitting the road. Keep in mind that winter weather can require special precautions if you're exercising outdoors. How to Layer Clothing What to Eat for Cold-Weather Exercise See More About:  weather  sports safety  clothes and gear Winterize Your Skincare Routine The combination of frigid temperatures, wind, and indoor heaters can make for itchy, red skin. You may need to change how you care for your skin. Get Relief from Dry Skin See More About:  winter skin care tips  daily skin care  benzoyl peroxide Improve Indoor Air Quality Most of us spend the majority of our time indoors during the winter, but indoor air can sometimes be even more polluted than the air outside. The Health Hazards of Wood-Burning Stoves How COPD Patients Can Breathe Better in Cold Weather See More About:  copd and allergens  copd and irritants  copd and hazardous chemicals Health Ads Health Soda Health Concerns Health & Safety Fall Health Tips Cabo Health Risks Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! How to Donate to Health Charities Can Fish Oil Fight Depression? Rolaids Recalled What is Pancreatic Cancer? Losing Weight by Drinking Water   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Interpret Your Lab Test Results Decode Your Symptoms Advertisement

About.com Health: Healthy Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor We're just a week into December, but the holiday shopping bonanza is already in full swing. If you're like me, you have a list full of folks to shop for and no idea how you're going to pull it off. The Comprehensive Fitness Gift Guide Luckily, we've done most of the work for you by pulling together dozens of cool fitness-related gifts, from yoga mats to headphones to workout DVDs. Gifts for Walkers Great Pilates Gifts Gifts for Runners See More About:  gift guides  fitness gear  gifts for men The Gift of Support The holidays can be difficult if a loved one has cancer. Help them relax and take time for themselves with these gift ideas - and find out what not to buy, too. The Worst Gifts for a Breast Cancer Survivor See More About:  cancer gifts  coping with cancer  books about cancer Gifts You Can Eat Some of my favorite gifts to give are homemade ones - I love to bake. This year, I'll make those goodies a little healthier by following these delicious recipe ideas from our Guide to Low Carb Diets. (We won't tell if you make a few extra for yourself.) Sugar-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Sweet and Spicy Pecans Cranberry Walnut Cookies See More About:  low carb desserts  low carb candy  low carb chocolate Gift Ideas for Celiacs You may think food-related presents are off the menu for someone who suffers from celiac disease. But actually, these gift ideas can make coping with a gluten-free diet that much easier. Survive the Holidays Gluten-Free See More About:  gluten-free christmas  gluten-free holidays  gluten-free gifts Health Ads Christmas Gift Ideas Health Food Health and Fitness Health Promotion Health Tips Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! How Did You Get Into Yoga? Smoking Cessation Holiday Help Get Relief from Dry Skin Differences Between an M.D. and D.O. Layering for Cold Weather Exercise   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Interpret Your Lab Test Results Decode Your Symptoms Advertisement