About.com Health: February's Almost Done, So Kick Up the Fun!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor I don't know about you, but February is my least favorite month of the year (at least it usually only has 28 days!). It's dark, it's cold, and it's easy to get stuck in a rut. And since warmer weather is still at least a couple of months away, it's time to switch things up. More fun and laughs? Yes, please! Adults Need To Play, Too Not only does having a little bit of fun help you de-stress and blow off steam, but it can sharpen your mind and keep you more creative and vital. So whether your idea of fun is spending time with friends, playing games or gardening, it's important to keep having it! Have More Fun and Stress Less 8 Great Stress Relievers Top 10 Fun Ways To Live Longer How to Have More Fun at Work Search Related Topics:  having fun  relaxing  overcoming burnout Laugh More! Going hand-in-hand with fun is of course laughter, which reduces levels of stress hormones, helps relieve pain, and increases immunity--among other health benefits. So be sure to find that knee slapper for at least one daily hearty guffaw. The Health Benefits of Laughter 5 Ways to Get More Laughs Keep a Good Sense of Humor Search Related Topics:  laughter  stress relief  healthy lifestyle Need a New Hobby? Even if you've got a packed schedule, it's important to make time for activities that are completely work- and responsibility-free. Just in case you need another excuse to do something new: Learn About the Health Benefits of Having a Hobby 10 Hobbies for Stress Relief Hobbies With Friends: The Importance of Social Support Search Related Topics:  hobbies  stress relievers  lifestyle balance How to Make Healthy Eating More Fun For extra credit, try to make good eating more fun. You'll get two health perks for the price of one! Make Healthy Eating More Fun Put More Fun in Your Workout 10 Tips to Make Family Fitness Fun Search Related Topics:  getting healthy  healthy lifestyle  getting started with exercise Related Searches Nutrition and Health Health Brain Health Games Stress Stress and Anxiety Featured Articles What Is a Death Cafe? Causes of a Chronic Cough Why Does 911 Put You On Hold? What To Do When You Get the Flu When Eating Something Bad is Actually Good For You Breastfeeding and Your Period   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...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: Things Not To Say About Health Issues

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Health issues, and even healthy lifestyles, can be very sensitive and personal in nature. To help you navigate how to discuss someone's illness--or her daily hardcore workout routine--our health channel Guides have put together 37 stories about "What Not To Say" in a variety of situations. Let foot-in-mouth gaffes be a thing of the past! 37 Lists of What Not To Say About Health Issues Ever been in search of the right words to say about someone's illness or super healthy habits? Or perhaps you've been the target of ignorant and insensitive comments yourself? Learn how to handle difficult and awkward situations with these tips. 37 Lists of What Not To Say About Health Issues What Not To Say To Someone With Alzheimer's 15 Worst Things to Say to Someone Who Is Depressed Search Related Topics:  what not to say  about.com health  health misconceptions How to Discuss a Breast Cancer Diagnosis One in eight women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives, so chances are you'll know someone with the disease. Pam offers up phrases to avoid, and more supportive things to say instead. 8 Things Not To Say To Someone With Breast Cancer 5 Things Not to Say to a Colon Cancer Patient 10 Things Not to Say to Someone With Breast Cancer Search Related Topics:  things not to say  emotions  breast cancer support When a Loved One Won't Exercise If you're a big exerciser, but a loved one doesn't even like to walk down the block (when doing so could improve his health), understanding the reasons is more effective than nagging. 6 Things Not to Say to Non-Exercisers 10 Things Not to Say to Marathon Runners 10 Things Not to Say to Fans of Walking 10 Things Not to Say to Someone On a Diet Search Related Topics:  what not to say  getting your spouse to exercise  motivating nonexercisers How to Discuss Addiction Addiction is a serious disease that often leaves the addict's loved ones feeling helpless about what they can do. A starting point is learning things not to say, that could push a person even farther away. 5 Things Not to Say to an Addict 8 Things Not to Say to Someone Trying to Quit Smoking 7 Things Not to Say to Someone with Anorexia or Bulimia Search Related Topics:  drug addiction  abstinence  relationships and addiction Related Searches Nutrition and Health Mental Health Obesity Health Insurance Health Health Clinics Featured Articles 9 Things Not to Say After a Miscarriage or Pregnancy Loss 12 Things Not to Say to Someone Dealing with Infertility 10 Things Not to Say to Someone With Arthritis 7 Things Not to Say to Your Physical Therapist 7 Things Not to Say to Someone Who Can't Eat Gluten 10 Things Not to Say to Someone With IBS   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...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: A Brainy, Healthy Valentine's Day

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Love and the hypothalamus? Valentine's Day is here again, and whether you view it as an homage to all things Cupid, or an over-marketed retailers' fest, it's two days away. Learn about the brain's role in affection, and how you can tailor a celebration for loved one/s with special dietary needs. Now that's Amore! The Brain in Love You thought love was all about the heart? Guess again. There are all sorts of brain regions connected to sex, romance and attachment. How the Brain Experiences Love It's Chemistry! The Chemicals of Love The (Possible) History of Valentine's Day Search Related Topics:  brain  love  affection Gluten-Free Valentine's Feasts If you or someone you're with has celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, you can still have an amazing meal. Gluten-Free V-Day Menus Gluten-Free Valentine's Candy Other V-Day Gluten-Free Desserts How Many Calories Are In That V-Day Candy Search Related Topics:  gluten-free holidays  gluten-free recipes  gluten-free cooking Low-Carb V-Day Dining Laura says the goal of her menu is "elegant simplicity." Low-carb or not, sounds pretty great to me. Low-Carb V-Day Ideas Low-Carb Chocolate Does Exist! Low-Carb Cocktails Search Related Topics:  low carb holidays  low carb party foods  low carb chocolate A Solo Valentine's Day If you're alone on Valentine's Day--romantically speaking or not--there's no reason not to treat it like any other day. Better yet, treat yourself! Treat Yourself on Valentine's Day Learn to Love Something Good For You: Exercise Learn To Love Cooking Search Related Topics:  holidays  social anxiety disorder coping skills  celebrations Related Searches Nutrition and Health Mental Health Obesity Health Kids Health Health Screenings Featured Articles Should I Lose Weight To Save My Marriage? Don't Look At Me! Quotes on Being Shy Sex and Breastfeeding For Partners of Nursing Mothers The Biology of a Cancer Cell How Much Does Plastic Surgery Really Cost? Human Growth Hormone in Weight Training and Bodybuilding   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...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: How To Stay Heart Healthy

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor A healthy heart is clearly important year-round, but during February's Heart Month, take a little extra time to learn how you can protect your own ticker and help prevent heart disease--the leading cause of death for both women and men in developed countries. Keep Your Heart Healthy One of every three deaths in the U.S. is from heart disease or stroke, but even people who are genetically predisposed to heart disease can significantly delay problems by adopting healthy lifestyles. 8 Tips for a Healthier Heart Exercise To Keep Your Heart Strong 7 Rules for Heart-Healthy Eating Search Related Topics:  cardiac risk factors  preventing heart disease  Top Symptoms of Heart Disease Since there's a lot you can do to prevent and avoid heart disease, symptoms awareness is key. The sooner you get treatment for any of them, the better your chances for improved health and survival. Top Heart Disease Symptoms Assess Your Own Heart Disease Risk How To Survive a Heart Attack Search Related Topics:  preventing heart disease  cardiac symptoms  Women and Heart Disease Heart disease is the number one killer of women, and because their symptoms typically aren't the same as men's, it's important to be aware of the differences. Cardiac Symptoms and Women Women and Coronary Artery Disease High Blood Pressure: A Leading Cause of Heart Disease and Stroke Search Related Topics:  women and heart disease  chest pain  Stroke Basics and Prevention Many risk factors for heart disease, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, also put people at risk for stroke: when blood stops flowing to a certain area of the brain. What Is A Stroke? Stroke Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore 6 Ways To Stay Stroke-Free Mini Strokes Related Searches Heart Healthy Diet Nutrition and Health Health Food to Eat Teeth Health Care Liver Health Featured Articles How To Sleep Better In 30 Days What Is A Green Burial? How Dads and Partners Can Bond With Breastfed Babies Barrier Methods To Protect Against STDs How Allergies and Asthma Affect Sleep Eye Safety for Kids' Sports   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...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement