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In emergency rooms from Los Angeles to New York City to Calgary, Canada, researchers have noticed a heart-threatening seasonal trend: Heart attacks and heart-related deaths rise when winter rolls around. Whether you’re shoveling snow, taking a winter stroll, coping with holiday-season stress, or reaching for another Christmas cookie or glass of champagne, here’s how to...

It’s an emotion worth expressing Gratitude has become a buzzword in the healthy living space, and it’s more than just saying “thank you.” “Gratitude is a positive emotion, but it can’t be reduced to just that,” says Richard S. Pond, Jr., PhD, assistant professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. “Gratitude basically motivates you to be...

Improve hand strength with these exercises That pickle jar has become your nemesis. The last time you tried to wrestle it open, it won. And your sandwich went pickleless. Such small, simple tasks depend on hand and wrist strength. “Hands are the key to many of our daily activities,” says Cris Dobrosielski, a consultant and...

Simple ways to stay well and feel your best For many of us, the return of fall feels like the start of a new year. Vacation time is over, the kids are back in school, and the days are shorter. It was OK to slack off a bit, but now’s a good opportunity to get...

Mind over matter? Zap a negative thought process, stat, with these tips to outsmart stressful moments. Combatting stress is an internal battle that can take all of the mind power you can muster. Tame stressful situations by turning your negative thoughts into powerful thoughts with these tips and tricks. Self-compassion. Showing yourself the same compassion...

Ancient movements energize and center you If life is about maintaining balance, the ancient practices of qi gong (pronounced CHEE-gung) and its older “cousin” tai chi has demonstrated physical, mental, and spiritual benefits that can help us balance our lives. Qi gong is an indoor-outdoor exercise. The only equipment you need is yourself, and the...

Top tips to help keep your allergies at bay during the autumn allergy season Forecasts call for high levels of ragweed and other irritants this fall. But, that doesn’t mean you have to suffer. Anyone with allergies should be able to enjoy the season. These strategies from allergy specialists may help. Take medication early If...

Simple strategies that can help you get the rest you need If you can’t remember the last time you got a good night’s sleep, you’re in good company. Nearly 70 million Americans say they have sleep problems. Fortunately, making a few adjustments to your daily routine can help. Here are seven things you can try....