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How Icicles Can Be Surprisingly Dangerous
Icicles can be fascinatingly beautiful. But they can also be a health hazard. From cuts to concussions, find out more about injuries that can happen from falling ice this time of year.
How to Build a Better Bowl of Chili
Healthy chili? Yes. Get expert tips for building a better bowl from your base to your fixings.
3 Strategies to Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder
Do the short, gray days of winter leave you not feeling like your perky old self? A mental health expert shares three ways to avoid seasonal depression this winter.
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How You Can Tell If You Need a Humidifier
Setting up a humidifier can improve breathing and reduce lung problems. Learn if you need a humidifier and the five types available.
How Dry Winter Air Can Cause Respiratory Problems— From Bronchitis to Nosebleeds
Few aspects of colder weather months can be as irritating as dry winter air. From fly-away hair to scaly skin, the cold winter air can wreak havoc on your body’s appearance. But did you know that dry winter air also can make you vulnerable to illness?
Cozy Up With These 13 Unique Winter Soup Recipes
These aren’t your basic chicken noodle soups. Interesting grains like farro and barley meet colorful spices like turmeric and tons of fresh veggies to make nutritious, filling meals.
7 Tips to Walk Safely Despite Winter Hazards
It’s a cold, icy world out there — and the snow just keeps falling. Don’t let falls, injuries or winter-related accidents slow you down as you navigate your world. Watch this video for seven winter walking safety tips.
How to Make Your Health a Priority This Winter
It’s winter, the days are shorter and the cold and precipitation may keep you from enjoying the great outdoors. No one could blame you for feeling like you’ll be kissing your wellness and fitness goals goodbye. Should you give up?
Need to Convince Your Teen to Wear a Coat? Here’s How
As many parents of adolescents know, battles can ensue at the suggestion that your teens bundle up. You tell them to put on a coat; they insist they are fine without one.
