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 | From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About Healthy Monday Editor The holiday season is an exciting time of year that can become overwhelming pretty quickly. With all of the things we have going on in our lives already, adding on a series of parties, shopping trips, guests and travel only makes things busier. Saying "Bah, Humbug" is not the answer, but perhaps simplifying life where possible would help maintain what is special during the season, without the stress that comes with being too busy. (And, as we all know, stress management can benefit health in many ways.) Here are some stay-simple suggestions. We recommend that you choose one or a few today, and implement them starting this week. You'll be in the practice of simplifying life when the new year hits and you want to take on new goals! --Elizabeth Scott | |
5 Low-Calorie Crockpot Recipes
I love the simplicity of a crockpot meal, especially this time of year! There's something liberating about putting all of your ingredients in the pot in the morning, knowing that you'll find yourself in a wonderful-smelling kitchen about to serve up something delicious in a few hours with no added work. As the holiday season becomes busier, save yourself the stress of dinner, and use these simple crockpot recipes from Kimberley Eggleston, About.com's low-fat cooking expert. Read more
| 5 Ways to Simplify Life
Simplifying other areas of life can be helpful as well, particularly where stress management is concerned. Here are some ways to cut down on clutter, negative relationships, financial problems, and other issues that drain energy and time, from me, About.com's stress management expert. Read more
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Simplify The Holiday Season
| Keep Exercise Simple
Exercise is one of the most effective tools we have for stress management and overall wellness. Unfortunately, when we get busy, our workouts are often among the first casualties in our schedules. Keep exercising by keeping exercise simple! Here are some simple workout ideas that you can use at home for total-body fitness, along with recommendations for keep-it-simple home gym equipment (think pedometers, not full machines) from Paige Waehner, About.com's exercise expert. Read more
| Simple Ways to Live a Healthy Lifestyle
Fitting healthy eating and exercise into your life may be a matter of simplifying--not only your schedule, but your workouts and meals, not just for the holiday season, but for the new year. Here are some of the benefits you'll find if you prioritize diet and fitness, and some of the simpler ways to do so. Read more
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