About.com Health: Merry Christmas!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Merry Christmas, Joyeux Noël, Mele Kalikimaka and Happy Holidays! I hope you're all toasty and warm, and enjoying some delicious delectables and good cheer with loved ones this holiday. Turn Up The Tunes! Christmas isn't Christmas without a little bit of Vince Guaraldi or Elvis, so get out the vinyl or plug in your iPod and let your brain feel the music. Read More... Pump Up the Jams To Stay Calm Sing or Play Along For Good Health Search Related Topics:  music  mind  neuroscience Bring On the Nog! A little egg nog is another essential holiday treat--and you can even make a low-carb variation. Read More... The Brandy Is Gluten-Free, Too Egg Nog Not Your Thing? Try These Low-Carb Cocktails Search Related Topics:  low carb beverages  low carb thanksgiving and christmas  Let's Go For a Walk My mom's a big walker, and she always likes to take a walk on Christmas day. It's good to get out of the house, plus it helps to either get you hungry for, or digest, that big meal. The journey's right at your doorstep. Read More... 14 Tips For Your Best Route Stay Warm With This Great Winter Gear Search Related Topics:  staycations  walking tours  Breathe In, Breathe Out, Relax The in-laws stressing you out? Take a moment to refocus and re-center your breath, and you'll be better able to deal with that next question about when you're planning to re-paint the house. Read More... Pranayama, or Yoga Breathing Exercises More Stress Relieving Tips To Soothe You Search Related Topics:  breathing exercises  quick stress relief  healthy living Related Searches Merry Christmas Christmas Music Christmas Songs Health Food Yoga for Health Featured Articles 10 Ways to Sleep Like a Baby Tonight The Social Brain: How Humans Interact The Origin of "Fig" and Other Fruit Names 10 Effective Medicine Ball Exercises Bad-Weather Running Tips All About the Pilates Reformer   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: Last-Minute Healthy Gift Ideas

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Christmas is just a week away . . . have you finished your shopping yet? Not started? Or are you somewhere in between? If you're still in search of the perfect healthy gift for someone on your list, check out these top picks from our Guides. Top Finds For Fitness Fans Whether your loved one is into kettlebells or is all about the latest workout gadgets, there's an option for every fitness fiend. Read More... 12 Gifts For Runners Under $25 Great Gear For Walkers Search Related Topics:  gift guides  exercise gear  product reviews Toys To Keep the Entire Family Active From Twister Dance to the XBox to a Badminton set and more, these toys are fun for the whole family. Read More... Riding Toys for Kids, Tweens and Teens Let it Snow (So You Can Play With These!) Search Related Topics:  parent-child activities  gifts  holiday toys Presents For the Yogi In Your Life Help your favorite yogi ohm on with these mats, ToeSox, blocks and more. Read More... 10 Picks For Your Pilates Pro Top 10 Arthritis-Friendly Gifts Search Related Topics:  yoga gifts  yoga clothing  yoga books Treats For Those With Food Allergies You can still give the gift of food to people with food allergies, but books and medical-ID jewelry are among some other options. Read More... Gifts For the Gluten Sensitive Yummy Gluten-Free Cookie and Candy Recipes Search Related Topics:  christmas  hanukkah  food allergy gifts Related Searches Holiday Gift Guides Children Health Health Care for Kids Xmas Gift Ideas Health Check Up Featured Articles How To Lose 10 Pounds Which Is Better: An MRI or a CT Scan? Effective Foot and Ankle Stretches Gifts to Give Yourself As a Caregiver Before You Diet: Keep a Food Journal Is There A Link Between IBS and Thyroid Disease?   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: Coping with Loss During the Holidays

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Dealing with loss is difficult at any time of the year, but the related challenges can be compounded come holiday time. Whatever your situation, find some peace and joy this season with these tips from our experts. Honoring Loved Ones Who've Gone On If you've lost a loved one, whether recently or years ago, honoring his or her memory can allow you to grieve while also celebrating. Read More... When You've Lost Someone To Dementia Helping Others With Holiday Grief Search Related Topics:  grief  depression  stages of grief The Physical Toll of Grief Grief can manifest itself in many ways, including physically. Engage in some healthy activities to help combat any accompanying ailments. Read More... Practice Yoga to De-Stress and Relax Exercise to Keep Emotions in Check Search Related Topics:  emotions and arthritis  arthritis symptoms  arthritis flare When You're Not Well If you've been diagnosed with cancer or another illness, take steps to simplify life so you can better enjoy the season. Read More... Managing the Holidays With Breast Cancer Holiday Travel for Chemo Patients Search Related Topics:  stress management  coping with cancer  traveling with cancer Losing the Ability to Eat What You Want Loss doesn't always pertain to people: when your body prevents you from chowing down on the foods you once loved or would love to try--like gluten-rich cookies--the emotional toll can also be great. Read More... Holiday Meals and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Food Allergy Survival Guide Search Related Topics:  gluten-free holidays  gluten-free christmas  gluten-free entertaining Related Searches Mental Health Diet & Health Health Management Sexual Health Health One Featured Articles Ten Tips for Night Races and Walking Events Genophobia: The Fear of Sexual Intercourse Your 2012 Fitness Gift Guide Does TENS Help Reduce Pain? How to Be a Good Hospital Visitor Problems With Your Sense of Smell   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: Don't Forget Your Flu Shot!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor It's not too late to get vaccinated: flu season typically peaks in February, and can extend through May (unfortunately, I know from experience). So take part in the CDC's National Influenza Vaccination Week, happening now, to protect yourself and your loved ones from the nasty virus this holiday season and beyond. Do I Need a Flu Shot? Short answer: it's generally a good idea. While getting an influenza vaccine is most important for certain groups of people, there are others who should not be vaccinated. Read More... How the Flu Shot Works Flu Shot Side Effects Symptoms of the Flu Search Related Topics:  immunizations  guillain-barre syndrome  flu symptoms Do My Kids Need Flu Shots? The CDC recommends that almost all people over 6 months of age get a flu vaccine annually, either via shot or nasal spray. Kids under 5 are among those at greatest risk for the flu--especially those under 2. The vaccine can also keep little ones safe from flu-related complications. Read More... Tips For Flu Prevention Kids' Reactions to the Flu Vaccine Search Related Topics:  flu shots  childhood vaccines  flu complications What If I'm Pregnant? Pregnant women are at an increased risk of colds and the flu, so getting vaccinated is indeed recommended during this time. And doing so may even keep your newborn healthier. Read More... Preventing and Treating the Flu During Pregnancy Flu Shots are Fine For Breastfeeding Mothers, Too Search Related Topics:  cold and flu medications  common cold symptoms  health during pregnancy Flu Shots for People With Asthma and Other Conditions Nearly all asthmatics should get an influenza vaccine annually, since the respiratory condition puts those afflicted at greater risk for complications from the flu. Read More... The Flu Vaccine and Cancer Patients Flu Shots for Patients in Hospice Care Search Related Topics:  flu shots  flu shot reactions  cold and flu prevention Related Searches Pregnancy Health Flu Shot Clinics Nutrition and Health Health Diet Health Symptoms Featured Articles Stay Healthy During the Holidays Dealing with Holiday Stress and Breast Cancer Empathy and the Brain Are Hypoallergenic Dogs a Myth? Healthy Recipes for Kids Can Snacking Help You Lose Weight?   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement