Sure, you can always join a gym, but many people enjoy the privacy, convenience and economy of home workouts. How to start? AFTER you have consulted with your doctor, check out these ideas from NerdFitness. (Photo: PublicDomainPictures)

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Sure, you can always join a gym, but many people enjoy the privacy, convenience and economy of home workouts. How to start? AFTER you have consulted with your doctor, check out these ideas from NerdFitness. (Photo: PublicDomainPictures)


Grandma’s pies, Mom’s cookies, Dad’s buttery mashed potatoes and Aunt Rita’s Christmas fudge -the holidays present us with special treats we look forward to all year. It’s easy to overdo it, NYC Health & Hospitals offers tips for staying on track. (Photo: Creative Commons)


In our divided culture, more and more families dread holiday gatherings because of the inevitable stress from political conversation. Aren’t the holidays stressful enough? PolitiFact offers strategies for keeping things civil. (Photo: Creative Commons)


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Everybody loves the delicious foods we enjoy every Thanksgiving, but there’s always the temptation to overdo it to the point where our health pays the cost. Fear not. The University of California at San Diego Medical School offers advice — and recipes. (Photo: Pexels)


Getting good sleep at night not only refreshes you for the day, but also rejuvenates mind and body functions. Good sleep can also help prevent dementia. The Cleveland Clinic explains how to get better sleep. (Photo: Meagan, Creative Commons)


Kids love Halloween for the fun parties, the sensational costumes, and the candy they get by going door-to-door. But parents need to be on the lookout to make sure the items in their bags are definitely treats and not tricks! The FDA reports. (Photo: Publicdomainpictures)


With all of the talk about vaccines these days, many people are wondering whether and why they might get a flu shot. The American Council on Science & Health explains that although flu shots aren’t perfect, they are worth getting. (Photo: Creative Commons)


Sleep apnea is a condition that makes you stop breathing while you’re sleep, usually because of a restricted airway. Sleep apnea can cause serious health problems, but it’s highly treatable. The Cleveland Clinic offers a great overview of the condition. (Photo: Creative Commons)


Scientists are just beginning to study the health risks of particles of microplastics, which are abundant in every ecosystem and have been found in plants, animals and humans. What do we know? M.D. Anderson Cancer Center explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)


Many who struggle with chronic obesity turn to bariatric surgery for a long-term solution. But what are the types of bariatric surgery, and how do they impact a person’s overall health? This article from HealthLine offers details.
