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How to Have a Sustainable Holiday Season

Family, Life

The holidays are a joyful time of year. We all have different traditions and ways we celebrate. Unfortunately, some of these habits are creating unnecessary waste. Stanford University reports that 25% more trash is thrown away during the holiday season the spans from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. 

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This waste includes everything from uneaten food to plastic ornaments to gifting items that end up in a landfill. This year, reframe your traditions so that they include sustainable best practices.  [Read more…] about How to Have a Sustainable Holiday Season

Dos and Don’ts for Christmas Time

Life

The holiday season has begun, whether we are ready for it or not! The weather has definitely begun to chill, and even stores have begun to switch into their Christmas decor. As we gear up for the snowy holiday, we begin to organize our lives. Many of us have our Christmas prep down to a science, while others are still trying to find their groove. Even if you feel like you have your system perfectly in place, there are always areas you can improve. [Read more…] about Dos and Don’ts for Christmas Time

Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

Body, Nutrition

According to the CDC, 30 million Americans are currently suffering from some form of diabetes. Many, however, are unaware of what diabetes actually is, and how hard it can be to manage the condition during the holiday season.

Diabetes is a disorder of the human metabolism, or the way our bodies use digested food for growth and energy. There are in fact three main types: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Only about five percent of all people with diabetes have type 1 diabetes, meaning most of those who are diagnosed will have either type 2 diabetes due to a poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle, or gestational diabetes that can develop during pregnancy. [Read more…] about Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

How to Mentally Prep for the Holiday Season

Life

It’s that time of year again, where we seem to stumble upon an endless holiday season. For most people, this is an exciting time filled with traditions and gatherings. We start with Halloween, move on to Thanksgiving, speed into Christmas, and finally it comes to a close with New Years.

During this exciting time, you may become stressed out to the point where you burn yourself out. There’s the strain of traveling, being a host, and cleaning up after everyone’s mess. Maintaining a budget can also become a burden on your emotional and mental wellbeing. Furthermore,  there’s the stress to stay away from all the sweets and the pressure to make it a realistic New Year’s resolution. With so much going on, it’s not unexpected that you’ll wear yourself out. [Read more…] about How to Mentally Prep for the Holiday Season