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The holidays are a time to celebrate, connect, and enjoy special meals. While indulging in festive treats, you can also focus on balance by staying hydrated, savoring your food, and maintaining regular meals. Mindful eating – like slowing down and tuning into hunger cues – can make meals more enjoyable and satisfying. Planning ahead can help you feel your best at holiday events. A small snack before a party can curb hunger and support healthier choices, while including nourishing options at gatherings ensures everyone has something to enjoy. For more practice tips to embrace the season with balance and positivity, read the full article.
While the holidays themselves don’t directly cause heart attacks, the hustle and bustle of the festive season can take a toll on your heart health in ways you might not realize. From overindulging in rich foods and alcohol to the added stress of a packed schedule, these factors can increase your risk of heart issues, including heart attacks, heart failure flare-ups, and “holiday heart syndrome,” a condition linked to alcohol-induced palpitations.
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Having your infant or child immunized can be stressful for both parent and child. Luckily, there are ways for you and your child to prepare for the appointment that can create a better experience for everyone.
This September, you may find yourself busy with back-to-school preparations for your children. Going back to school is not only a significant moment for school-going children but for you as a parent as well. The pressure of ensuring that everything is in place for your child’s smooth transition can lead to parental burnout. Children whose parents understand, support, and hear them are much more likely to negotiate this period successfully.