Resisting the temptation of your favorite treats is already difficult to begin with, and now, with the holiday season finally here, the struggle becomes all the more real. While it can be difficult, it’s important to be mindful with the sweets you consume during these next couple of weeks as certain foods can affect your body in more ways than one.
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How to Have a Sustainable Holiday Season
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.
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
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
The Holiday Blues
by Brett Grayson
“Sawyer, stop looking at me like that.” Sawyer’s my dog. He doesn’t speak English. I wish he did. Then again, maybe he wouldn’t love me as unconditionally. His small brain makes him loyal and willing to stay in bed until noon with me.
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Managing Diabetes During the Holidays
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
