About.com Health: Breaking Free of the Winter Funk

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor With the frigid weather and gloomy gray skies this time of year, it's no surprise that many folks start feeling a little melancholy. A Seasonal Mood Shift If you feel depressed and fatigued during winter, you may have a form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Why Do I Feel Down? It's thought that SAD is caused by limited exposure to natural light and the subsequent disruption of your circadian rhythm. See More About:  seasonal affective disorder  seasonal affective disorder causes  Let There Be Light The best treatment for SAD is phototherapy, which involves exposure to a bright light every day. How to Choose a Light Box Side Effects of Light Box Therapy See More About:  light boxes  phototherapy  sad Natural Treatments for SAD In addition to phototherapy, reducing your stress levels may help you cope with the blues. See More About:  light therapy  herbs and supplements  remedies for anxiety Health Ads Health Healthy Colon Health Human and Health Winter Depression Kids Health Exercise Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! Vote for the Best Walking Gear When Your Child Refuses to Eat All About Erectile Dysfunction Treating Acne in Dry Skin Kava for Anxiety Relief   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. 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 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Advertisement

About.com Health: Yes, There's an App For That

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor Smartphone apps can help you do everything from buying movie tickets to grocery shopping. Turns out, they can also give you a leg up on staying healthy and fit. Where to Start Instead of wasting time and energy downloading a bunch of apps that may be less than stellar, read our experts' reviews of everything from food allergy to pregnancy apps. Share Your Favorite, Too! See More About:  smartphone app reviews  empowered patient book reviews  Stay in Control Keeping track of appointments, symptoms, and medications can be overwhelming for people with cancer. Here's how you can use your phone to stay organized. See More About:  iphone apps  blogging  cancer support Work Up a Sweat Want an effective new workout without hiring the pricey trainer? Just turn to your phone. Actually, read this article first, and then turn to your phone. Yoga Apps See More About:  apps  iphone apps  exercise software Find a Bathroom! When you're out and about, and the urge to hit the bathroom strikes, there's nothing worse than not having one available. We've found apps that will even tell you where the cleanest toilets are. Apps For Folks With Inflammatory Bowel Disease See More About:  ibd and travel  finding restrooms  iphone applications Health Ads Health Good Health Tips Health Photos Online News on Health Public Health Dept Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! What's Your Favorite Walking Gear? Vote for the Best Pilates Equipment Calculate Your Target Heart Rate Young Women and Breast Cancer Winter Health Tips for Kids   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. 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 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Is It a Cold or the Flu? Make Sense of Your Test Results Count Calories, Lose Weight Advertisement

About.com Health: When Getting Pregnant is a Challenge

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor Deciding to have a baby can be an exciting and hopeful time for a couple. For those who have difficulty conceiving, however, the road to pregnancy can be stressful. In fact, research shows that the stress of infertility can be similar to that of coping with cancer and other chronic illnesses. Risk Factors for Infertility While you can have zero risk factors and still face difficulties conceiving, there are some signs that may hint at a fertility problem early on. Chances of Getting Pregnant After Age 35 10 Tips to Increase Fertility for Men See More About:  irregular periods  recurrent miscarriages  male factor infertility Can I Get Pregnant if I Have PCOS? Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition in which a woman's body produces more androgens (hormones similar to testosterone) than normal. While having PCOS can make getting pregnant more challenging, it is possible. See More About:  pregnancy  infertility  clomid An Overview of Your Treatment Options About two-thirds of couples who are treated for infertility will go on to have a baby. The majority are treated with medications or surgery, while a smaller number turn to "assisted reproductive technologies," such as in vitro fertilization. Common Fertility Drugs Understanding In Vitro Fertilization Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company See More About:  infertility treatments  fertility drugs  clomid When Infertility Overwhelms You If trying to get pregnant is taking longer than you expected, it can start to take over your life. Take back control with these tips. How Do You Handle Unwanted Infertility Advice? See More About:  two week wait  coping with infertility  infertility and depression Health Ads Getting Pregnant Health Department of Health Online Health & Public Health Alerts Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! Gluten-Free Fast Food Options Best Running Songs Sleep and Children's Growth Risk of PTSD After a Violent Act Ear Tubes to Prevent Hearing Loss   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. 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 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Interpret Your Lab Results Check Your Symptoms Count Calories, Lose Weight Advertisement

About.com Health: A Happier, Healthier You in 2011

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor With the start of a new year, many of us are making resolutions - and quite often, those resolutions revolve around our health, whether it be quitting smoking or shedding some extra pounds. We're here to help you stick to your guns. How to Burn More Fat Whether you choose weight-training, walking, or Pilates, there are so many ways to get active and start slimming down. Learn how to maximize your workout's fat-burning potential. 30-Day Quick-Start Exercise Routines See More About:  burning fat  fat burning exercises  how to lose weight Getting Ready to Quit Smoking Of all New Year's resolutions, this might be one of the most difficult. Cutting the nicotine cord requires dedication, patience, and the right attitude. Why to Quit Smoking Your Quit-Smoking Toolbox See More About:  preparing to quit smoking  reasons to quit smoking  quit smoking support Let Go of Your Stress In our hectic world, taking time for ourselves is usually put on the backburner. This year, make it a point to employ some stress-busting strategies that will improve your mental and physical health. Learn How to Meditate Best Stress-Relievers for Busy People See More About:  stress relief  healthy living  stress triggers Maintain Healthy Habits in Five Easy Steps Even with the right tools at your fingertips, following through on a resolution can be tough. These five steps will help you stay on track. Blog Carnival: New Year's Resolutions See More About:  healthy habits  ongoing stress management  quick stress relief Health Ads Health Quit Smoking Tips Health Diet Tips Health Weight Loss Health & Fitness Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! Advice for Low-Carb Newbies Resolve to Sleep Better How Flu Shots Work Refresh Your Skincare Routine Resolutions for Kids   More from About.com Top 10 Media Stories of 2010 Discover which blame games, survival stories and key media figures under fire made our list. More> Ten Best Talk Show Moments Oprah and Conan left to start new ventures, but there were a few other shocks and surprises in 2010. 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 Check Your Symptoms Advertisement