About.com Health: Breathe Easy and Clean

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor It's Air Quality Awareness Week, which today looks specifically at how ozone and particle pollution can affect you wherever you are, at all times of the year (gahhh!). But even if you can't rid the air of all the bad stuff that's beyond your control, there are small changes you can make to breathe easier and healthier. The Air In Your Own Home Indoor air pollution can pose just as great a health risk as outdoor toxins, especially for those with lung disease. But there are plenty of ways to reduce your exposure to these harmful indoor elements. The Most Common Indoor Air Pollutants 10 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air 23 Lung Irritants To Avoid Search Related Topics:  air pollution and copd  monitoring air quality  reducing particle pollution Smoke and Perfume: 2 Sneeze-and-Wheeze Triggers My biggest city-life a.m. pet-peeves are getting stuck walking behind someone puffing a cigarette, or crammed against someone in a crowded subway car who's wearing a "fragrance." Though commonly associated with allergies, sensitivity to smoke and perfume may actually be caused by vasomotor rhinitis. Fortunately, both are somewhat avoidable (e.g., run ahead of said smoker or move a few feet away). Why Smoke and Perfume Make You Sneeze How Perfumes and Scents Can Trigger Migraines Fragrance-Based Deodorant and Antiperspirant Allergies How's the Air Out There? Bad air can of course be a big problem for asthmatics, and weather changes can even further impact lung health. But that's no reason to be a shut-in: there are good days and not-so-good days, so just check your local Air Quality Index before heading out. The Weather and Your Asthma Can HEPA Filters Improve Asthma? Second-Hand Smoke and Asthma Don't Let Seasonal Air Irritants Get the Best of You We're in high spring now, so the air you're breathing may be filled with pollen and other lung-or-nasal irritants. Avoid them, and treat your runny nose, with these tips: How to Treat Seasonal Allergies How Allergies and Asthma are Connected (Video) Defining Particle Pollution Search Related Topics:  allergy testing  allergy shots  allergic rhinitis treatment Related Searches Smoking and Health Home Health Health Lung Air Clean Filters Health Symptoms Featured Articles 5 Office-Appropriate Perfumes The Effect of Asthma on Long-Term Health How One Woman Conquered Her Depression Healthy Family Meal: Linguine With Scallops What Causes Premature Birth? How to Save Your Memory   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. 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: Take It Outside!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Warmer weather is finally here, and yesterday we celebrated the earth, so if you're still hunkered down indoors, it's high time to step outside. You'll get your heart pumping along with a mood boost, and you may even live longer! A 30-Minute Walk to a Better Mood It's true: a 30-minute jaunt improves mood and feelings of well-being--even in those with major depressive disorders. So what are you waiting for? 30 Minutes to a Better Mood Tune Up Your Body, Your Goals, and Your Walking Wardrobe Walking on the Treadmill vs. Walking Outdoors Search Related Topics:  walking for health  exercise and mood  exercise studies Nature Can Extend Your Years Research shows that spending time in nature can lower stress and blood pressure levels, as well as reduce the risk of obesity--all of which can lead to a longer life. Step Outside to Live Longer Can Outdoor Exercise Increase Your Longevity? 10 Spring Training Fitness Tips Search Related Topics:  anti-aging habits  live longer  healthy aging Spring Back Into Running If jogging or running is your exercise of choice but you took time off during the cold winter months, ease back into a routine with these tips. Re-Start Your Running Regimen To Run on a Treadmill, or To Run Outdoors? Weight Train to Get Pumped for Hiking and Backpacking Search Related Topics:  injury prevention  training schedules  hot weather running 22 Outdoor Activities for the Kids Spring also brings relief for parents of stir-crazy kids. But if the young'uns need enticement to get outdoors, tempt them with these 22 tips. 22 Fun Outdoor Games to Play Games to Make Walks and Hikes More Fun For Kids How to Create a Family Fitness Challenge (Video) Search Related Topics:  outdoor play  active play  children's physical activity Related Searches Nutrition and Health Kid 'S Health Touch for Health Health Health Body Healthy Featured Articles 7 Things Every Man Should Know About Fertility How Exercise Can Help Reduce Asthma Symptoms How to Avoid Heat Illness Psychiatric Disorders Commonly Associated with PTSD What Does Your Sore Throat Mean? Is Pasta Bad For Your Health?   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. 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: It's National Stress Awareness Day!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Feeling stressed? Hopefully the warmer weather and beautiful blooming flowers are already helping you shake it, but if spring alone isn't enough to lighten your step, we've got tips from meditating to crankin' the tunes to help set you at ease. Stress, begone! Are You Stressed? To answer this question, it may be helpful to know exactly what stress is. Hint: it's a response, not the circumstance itself. What Is Stress? The Causes of Stress 10 Things to Know About the Effects of Stress Search Related Topics:  stress basics  what is stress  stress management articles Stress and Your Health Elizabeth Scott, our Stress Management Guide, looks at how stress can both cause certain health issues, and how these issues can be further affected by stress. How Stress Affects Your Health, and Vice Versa The Good Types of Stress Signs That Your Stress Levels are Unhealthy (Video) Search Related Topics:  stress and health  wellness  heart disease How to Combat Stress The good thing about bad stress is that there are plenty of ways to get rid of--or at least reduce--it. A handful of our wellness Guides offer up their own suggestions: Healthy Ways to Combat Stress Can Dark Chocolate Relieve Stress? Coping With Illness-Related Stress Tips to Let Go of Stress and Anger Search Related Topics:  stress and walking  stress and yoga  stress and pilates Just Laugh About It Finding the humor in stressful situations is one of the best ways to deal. And laughing has plenty of other health benefits, too! Don't Stress, Just Laugh De-Clutter to De-Stress Start Your Morning Off Right for a Stress-Free Day Search Related Topics:  positive thinking  coping strategies  personal growth Related Searches Health Stress Coping with Stress Health Benefits Stress and Anxiety Stress Help Featured Articles How Long Will it Take to Walk One Million Steps? Strengthen and Stretch Your Lower Back Sex After Divorce Effect of Asthma on Long-term Health Personality Changes in Alzheimer's What is a Normal Respiratory Rate?   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. 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 Much Alcohol Is Too Much?

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Wine, beer and spirits--many of us enjoy these on a pretty regular basis. But if you find yourself craving alcohol or can't stop drinking once you've started, your enjoyment could be turning into dependence. During Alcohol Awareness Month, learn how you can help yourself or a loved one who may suffering from this treatable disease (it's not a weakness!). Alcoholism and the Stages of Abuse In the U.S., one in every 12 adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence. Understanding the disease is the first step towards determining when there could be a problem. What Is Alcoholism? How Can I Tell If I Have a Drinking Problem? Signs and Symptoms of Alcoholism Search Related Topics:  definition of alcoholism  alcohol abuse  alcohol dependence Can Alcoholism Be Inherited? Studies show that genetics indeed plays a role in the development of alcoholism, but just because a family member suffers from the disease doesn't meant that you will, too--lifestyle and environment are also big factors. Can Alcoholism Be Inherited? Diagnosing Alcoholism What Is a Safe Level of Drinking? Search Related Topics:  genetics of alcoholism  frequently asked questions  children of alcoholics Getting Treatment for Alcoholism While there's no "cure" for alcoholism, several treatment options are available--though the first step to getting better is having a real desire to get help. How To Treat Alcoholism The Four Stages of Rehab and Recovery Components of Effective Treatment Programs Search Related Topics:  treatment for alcoholism  detoxification  pharmaceutical treatments When and How to Intervene When an alcoholic's drinking starts to negatively affect others, and/or puts the alcoholic in danger, it may be time for an intervention. But what's the best approach towards such a sensitive confrontation? How to Stage an Intervention How to Get an Alcoholic Into Treatment Dealing With Alcoholism in the Family Search Related Topics:  help for families of alcoholics  family intervention  getting help Related Searches Mental Health Health Promotions Nutrition and Health Health Clinics Health Centers Featured Articles Can My Cat Allergy Make Me Allergic To Pork? Do Polyps Always Mean Colon Cancer? How To Decrease Anxiety and Improve Sleep Diarrhea After Eating How To Use Your Acid Reflux Meds Wisely Is Shingles Contagious?   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. 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