Don't Let Stress Spoil Your Holiday Fun - Follow These Simple Tips

Although children look forward holidays eagerly, adults often have to cope with a lot of stress to prepare for the holiday season. Not any longer - not if you follow some simple tips. Things like planning ahead for the holidays and sticking to a budget can make a lot of difference to your physical and mental well being so you can enjoy the holidays better. And these tips help you to do just that. Nothing is perfect in this world and, similarly, your holidays needn't be perfect - they just need to be enjoyable.

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New Research Shows Exercising Can Actually Prove Beneficial For Expectant Mothers

Contrary to popular belief, recent studies carried out by researchers indicate that mild physical activity can actually prove beneficial for pregnant mothers. In fact, mothers who exercise till end of pregnancy are likely to give birth to more healthy babies as compared to sedentary mothers. These newborns are less likely to develop diabetes and certain types of cancer later on in life as they aren't overweight at birth, say experts.

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Prescriptions Can Lead To Fatal Drug Dependence

Prescription drugs, especially painkillers, are responsible for thousands of deaths in America each year, reports indicate. What starts off as routine medication snowballs into life-threatening drug dependence, say experts. Patients get dependent on painkillers because of the relief they provide and ultimately get addicted to them because of the 'high' these drugs provide. So think twice before popping in those pills. It's your life, after all.

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What Color You Eat Does Matter

This might sound amazing... But the color of fruits and veggies you eat is as crucial as how much you eat. Phytonutrients, or antioxidants found in colorful produce can protect you from health problems, according to health expert Amy Hendel. Therefore, you need to know the different 'color categories' to be included in your diet for keeping fit and healthy.

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Steer Clear Of Flu With These Simple Steps

Did you know that you can stay clear of viral infections like flu with some simple measures? One of them is washing your hand more than 10 times a day. Other effective practices are wearing gloves, gowns and masks. Detailed investigations by researchers have thrown up some interesting conclusions about some of the most effective ways to stay safe from respiratory infections like flu and SARS.

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The Refreshment That Gives Pause

Chronic overconsumption of cola daily can cause symptoms including muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, constipation and even paralysis, doctors warn. So let’s toast to moderation in all things (but please, make mine water).

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Is Your Sex Drive in Park?

Are you or your partner losing interest in sex? A variety of physiological and psychological factors can impact your libido. Check out this list of common sex-drive killers.

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