Winter if finally here, and anybody who lives in a climate that produces winter-like settings, knows that the colder temperatures, increased illness, and shorter days can really take a toll on a person. All of this can sometimes lead to feeling tired, worn out, stressed, and sometimes, even depressed. Here are a few ideas to help fight off the winter blues. Read more
Each and every October I feel the same mixed emotions. I love autumn. The beautiful colors, the comfortable temperatures.. even the Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks! Behind that happiness though, the dark looming of the winter that will soon follow puts a chilly damper on my festive fall season. This year, I’ve decided to turn over a new leaf and embrace the cold for a happier me this winter season. Here are some ways that you can cozy up to Old Man Winter this year! Read more
Winter is a period of lovely snow and dry air. We all love the cool winds and the dry air; however winter creates havoc on the skin and hair. Winds, dry air and low temperature create rough skin and dry itchy hair which are difficult to maintain. You will find the answer to all your problems in your kitchen cupboard which has most of the ingredients to keep your hair and skin healthy throughout the winter. Let us see some of the tips to keep the hair and skin healthy during winter. Read more
The mention of winter season conjures up images of warm blankets, steaming mugs of coffee, crackling fires and pristine white snow falling softly. However, this postcard perfect image of winter season is far from complete. For those who suffer from frequent bouts of flu, cold, eczema, arthritis or asthma, winter season can bring endless days of misery and ill-health. Read more
Winter is now officially here. For some people this season isn’t just filled with happy holiday family events, hot cocoa by the fire, and sledding. If you’ve been feeling a bit down lately and aren’t sure why, you may have SAD. SAD is short for Seasonal Affective Disorder. This is a surprisingly common disorder. Nearly one in twenty people suffer from it. Read more