Are you feeling a little uptight about everything that still needs to be done — the shopping, wrapping, cards, plans, travel, social gatherings, and so on? The list really does goes on. Be careful or you may find yourself with an unseasonable scowl, shoulders up near your ears and fists clenched. ... Read more

Embrace the holiday spirit by volunteering — and you’ll be giving a gift to yourself as well. People who give back to their community live longer than those who don’t, with one caveat. Researchers found that if you volunteer to help others rather than yourself, you may reap the rewards of a longe ... Read more

The calories in your mom’s pecan pie aren’t the only ones you have to watch out for during the holidays. To avoid holiday weight gain, limit your cocktail consumption. Gram for gram, alcohol contains more calories than sugar — and, like most beverages, those empty calories won’t nourish you. Besi ... Read more

Instead of unwinding in front of the TV, take out your holiday frustrations on the treadmill (or elliptical trainer or bike). Research suggests that your satisfaction with life may be directly influenced by how much you exercise. The study, published in the journal Health Psychology, found that p ... Read more

The holidays are a time to celebrate and to be thankful for family and friends. Though it should be a joyful and relaxed time to reflect on the gifts in our lives, it’s easy to get caught up in the gifts that we purchase. This year, make the holidays a time to take care of yourself and your fam ... Read more