You and Your Health
December 2012 Archives
Tips on Coping With Grief During Holidays
December 28, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Some comfort can be found for the recently bereaved, expert says. People who have lost a loved one in the past year can have difficulty coping during the holidays, an expert says. continue reading »
Check Out Don Omar’s Song in Zumba Fitness Core Game
December 27, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Don Omar has teamed up with the Zumba fitness franchise to help promote its new Zumba Core Fitness game using his song appropriately titled "Zumba." continue reading »
Health Tip: Think Before You Eat
December 27, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Mindless eating can cause the calories to add up quickly, and before you know it your pants are more snug than usual. The American Academy of Family Physicians offers this advice to consider before you start eating: continue reading »
Hispanic Health: Healthy Eating Tips for Holiday Parties
December 25, 2012 | by USA Healthfinder
It's all too easy to overindulge in food and drink at holiday parties, but there are things you can do to make sure you don't stray too far off the path of good health, an expert says. continue reading »
STUDY: Healthy for Kids to Believe in Santa as Long as They Want
December 24, 2012 | by USA Healthfinder
Children should be allowed to believe in Santa Claus as long as they want, an expert says. continue reading »
Secondhand Smoke in Pregnancy Tied to Behavior Woes in Kids
December 20, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Women in study were not smokers. Children whose mothers were exposed to secondhand smoke while they were pregnant may be at greater risk for behavioral problems, according to a new study. continue reading »
Health Tip: Control Holiday Stress
December 19, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Shop now to avoid the last-minute rush - Holiday stress can quickly spiral out of control. But you can take steps to keep your holidays merry and bright, not frantic and frazzled. continue reading »
Health Tip: Balance Holiday Buffets With More Exercise
December 18, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Take the stairs, not the elevator - If you tend to indulge in your favorite holiday treats, you may want to schedule some extra exercise to help offset those added calories. continue reading »
Health Tip: Check Holiday Lights
December 14, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Glittering holiday lights are a delight to the eyes, but they can be a fire hazard if they aren't inspected and maintained. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these safety continue reading »
Coffee May Lower Risk of Death From Mouth Cancer: Study
December 13, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Drinking more than 4 cups per day also lowered odds of dying from a type of throat cancer. People who drink more than four cups of caffeinated coffee daily could significantly reduce th continue reading »
Health Tip: Choosing a Safe Christmas Tree
December 13, 2012 | by HS News Staff
If artificial, make sure it's labeled 'fire-resistant' - Before you install and decorate your holiday tree, make sure it's safe for you and your family. The American Academy of Pediatrics m continue reading »
Oxygen Deprivation in the Womb May Raise ADHD Risk
December 11, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Study found it was linked to a 16% greater chance of child having the disorder. Children who were deprived of oxygen in the womb or during birth are more likely to develop attention-d continue reading »
Health Tip: Stay Active After a Heart Attack
December 7, 2012 | by HS News Staff
But discuss with your doctor first - Having a heart attack shouldn't put an end to an active lifestyle. The American Heart Association offers these guidelines for when continue reading »
“The Horrors of Methamphetamine” Ad Shows the Physical Effects of Drug
December 5, 2012 | by HS News Staff
When Oregon authorities realized the growing number of methamphetamine uses in their area, they created the "Faces of Meth" campaign. Eight years later Rehabs.com has created another, "The Horrors of Methamphetamine." continue reading »
Study Supports Link Between Stress, Epileptic Seizures
December 5, 2012 | by HS News Staff
Stress activated brain response for some patients in preliminary research. Scientists have long thought that stress plays a role in epileptic seizures, and new evidence suggests continue reading »
