The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Family tension, planning gatherings, and travel are only just a few potential stressors this time of the year. Stress can lead to numerous health conditions including insomnia, muscular tension, headaches, jaw clenching, and teeth grinding. Don’t let extra jaw tension affect the enjoyment of these upcoming holiday meals! Relax…

While spring and fall may get all the great press for the fresh fruits and veggies, there are nutritious and delicious options available throughout the cold months, even in the northern climate.

During this time of year when the days are shorter and nightfall comes earlier, many people are affected by a seasonal depression. SAD, or seasonal affective disorder, affects more than 10 million Americans. Seventy-five percent of those who suffer from SAD are women. SAD generally starts in October or November and can last until spring.

While there are definite drawbacks to the encroachment of winter & the time change this weekend, fall offers to opportunity to retrench and re-establish some important health habits.

Part of pumpkin carving is getting to roast and eat the seeds. Here’s a recipe from Eating Well. Not only are pumpkin seeds delicious, they’re extremely nutritious. Pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium, zinc, protein, and antioxidants. These seeds are just one more treasure contained within your pumpkin, whether you’re carving it for Halloween or making a pie!

Nobody’s neutral on this one. Kids love the costumes, chaos, and candy. Some adults embrace it with gusto, throwing themselves into over-the-top ensembles and outrageous decor. Others want to hide under the bed until it’s over.