About.com Health: Warm Up To This Advice

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Health From Rachel Berman, your About.com Health Editor Do the cold winter days have you feeling down? There are science-backed reasons for why when the days are shorter, you may not be as happy-go-lucky. But, don't despair. We've got a 4-step plan for you to feel happier and healthier, starting today! Meditate in the Morning Research shows that taking just a few minutes in the morning for mindful meditation can help boost your mood and reduce stress. Is Tai Chi the Fountain of Youth? Why Everyone Should Try Pilates Search Related Topics:  mindfulness  meditation  functional connectivity Avoid Getting Sick at the Office It's hard to completely avoid germs at the office, but you can take precautions. Especially this single most important step to prevent the spread of disease. Is it Too Late to Get a Flu Shot? 10 Best Foods to Boost Your Immune System Search Related Topics:  illness prevention  balanced diets  quit smoking Move More in the Afternoon Exercise helps release endorphins, a "feel-good" chemical that can improve your sense of well-being. No More Excuses! 4 Boredom Busting Indoor Workouts Search Related Topics:  home cardio workouts  10-minute workouts  no equipment workouts Eat Less When Watching Television at Night Whether you tend to stay indoors in the winter and watch more TV or are gearing up for a big Super Bowl party, learn how to stop mindless eating. 5 Healthy Snacks For Super Bowl Sunday Best Low-Carb Party Foods Related Searches Eating for Health Health Food Snacks Health First Health Eat Health You Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Facebook! Minimum Exercise For a Longer Life Everything You Need to Know About the Flu How Pinterest Can Help Stress Management Lose Fat, Not Muscle Have You Had an Eye Exam Lately?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. 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 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: This Year's Biggest Health Headlines

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Health From Rachel Berman, your About.com Health Editor While we're only in our 3rd full week of the new year, there's been plenty of health info and research in the news. Here we take a look at what have been the biggest stories so far. Also, if you like to win free stuff (and who doesn't?) check out our Facebook sweepstakes for a chance to win 1 of 5 FitBit activity trackers! Coffee Doesn't Cause Dehydration People often think coffee is dehydrating due to it's caffeine content. But research from the UK shows that a cup of Joe can be just as hydrating as water. What's a Safe Amount of Caffeine? Have You Tried Matcha? Search Related Topics:  fun ways to live longer  anti aging foods  sleeping better The Paleo Diet is so 2012 US News and World Report ranked the Paleo diet in last place on it's yearly "Best Diets" list for 2013. DASH Diet Ranked #1 Are Grains Essential to a Healthy Diet? Search Related Topics:  paleo diets  low carb food lists  Diet Soda Drinkers Eat More Calories Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that less calories from beverages translated into more calories on plates. How Artificial Sweeteners Impact Appetite Find the Healthiest Fast Food Option (By Chain) New Year, New You Our Weight Loss Expert Malia Frey and Exercise Expert Paige Waehner teamed up to answer the most popular healthy living questions last week. Watch the full Google+ Hangout here. Top 6 Diet Boosting Foods Is "Calories Burned" Accurate on Treadmills? Related Searches Eat for Health Health Foods Diet Coffee Health Health It Health You Featured Articles Is Swine Flu Still Around? Walking Gadgets to Watch From CES 2014 How Much Drinking is Too Much? Carob For High Cholesterol When Stress is Good For You What IS Gluten, Anyway?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. 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 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: Choose to Lose

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Health From Rachel Berman, your About.com Health Editor If you're like many Americans, you've made a resolution to lose weight in 2014. Unsure where to begin? Come to a "New Year, New You" Google Hangout on Friday, January 17th hosted by our Weight Loss and Exercise Experts. For more details and to RSVP click here! Be Honest With Yourself Goal setting is an important skill. Write down what you want to accomplish and take steps towards that each and every day. 12 Weeks to Weight Loss 10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Skip Your Workout Search Related Topics:  how to set goals  weight loss goals  how to lose weight Make Those Resolutions Stick Anyone can make a resolution but how are you going to work to keep it throughout the year? Here are top tips to maintain new healthy habits. Top 6 Diet Boosting Foods 12 Complete Low-Carb Menus Search Related Topics:  new year's resolutions  keeping resolutions  Stay Positive Are you a "glass half empty" sort of person? Here's how to let go of negativity so that you're more likely to reach your goals. The Benefits of Optimism The 3 Ingredients For a Happy Life Cut Yourself Some Slack Being overwhelmed and feeling shame about "falling off a healthy bandwagon" is one reason people give up their goal. Be kind and patient with yourself and don't lose your sense of humor! Unani Medicine for Better Brain Health? How to Start Meditating to Reduce Stress Search Related Topics:  mindfulness  help with anxiety  worry Related Searches Health Foods Diet Health You First Health Health Work Workout Health Featured Articles Foods That Fight Disease DASH Diet Eating Plan Everything You Need to Know About Swine Flu 2014 Olympians Train With Yoga What to Eat For Breakfast How Accurate are "Calories Burned" on Treadmills?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. 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 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About.com Health: What Do You Want In 2014?

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Whether or not you're the resolutions type, the start of a new year is a great time to assess where you're at, and where you want to be. Want to feel fitter? Eat better? Lose weight? Reduce stress? Anything's possible if you set your sights on specifics, and take regular, small steps to get there. So pull out a pen and some paper (or your new tablet) and let us help you create your own personal road map for 2014. Goals will be reached! And for healthy tips and inspiration every day this year, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Think "Goals," Not "Resolutions" Setting a goal is often a better motivator than just waking up one day and resolving to do something differently. Take tiny steps towards change and Make 2014 Your Best Year Yet. How To Set and Reach Goals Top 10 Resolutions For Stress Relief Search Related Topics:  the new year  maintaining healthy habits  making changes Start a Resolution Revolution Your motivation is strong, and you've got a great idea (lose 10 lbs by March!), but what's next? Be realistic, accept that the process can take time, and Turn Your Ideas Into Reality. The 4-Week Jumpstart Workout Program Your New Year's Exercise Toolkit Search Related Topics:  new years resolution  weight loss  how to lose weight Do These 4 Things Pre-Diet A little planning goes a long way, weight-loss scheming included. So before you even say "diet," Do These 4 Things To Ensure Weight-Loss Success. Make SMARTer Weight-Loss Resolutions On Your Marks, Get Set...6 Weeks To a Better Body! Search Related Topics:  start a diet  start exercise program  healthy eating Get Up and Go! You don't have to train for a marathon or even a 5K to get fit. In fact, you don't even have to go high-impact. But you DO have to get moving. Get Walking With This 28-Day Course. Lose Fat and Pounds With This 10-Week Walking Bootcamp The Best Walking Gear of 2014 Search Related Topics:  walking for beginners  walking programs  walking email courses Related Searches Health Weight Stress Health Back Health New Years 2014 Lose Weight Loss Featured Articles Your Daily Calorie Needs For Weight Loss 30-Day Beginners' Guide to Yoga 5 Steps To Simplify Your Life Don't Be Beat By Back Pain Breathe Better This Year Ease Heartburn in 2014   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. 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 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement