Health

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It's almost that time again—the holiday party season. Even if you've developed healthy eating habits that get you through the rest of the year, the holiday season is fraught with challenges. But you can survive parties and stress, relatives and big holiday dinners, if you find some simple advice to follow.

The seasons are changing, the kids are back in school, and we're on the brink of cold and flu season—making this the perfect time to acquaint your children with some simple tips for keeping them safe and healthy during autumn activities and throughout the rest of the year.

It's August and we can almost feel our summer coming to an end. This is our last chance to revel in Lake Country's sun and sand. It's also our last chance to catch up on all our warm weather chores and activities.

Now that summer's here, it's time to pack up the picnic basket and head outside, where the combination food, family, and fellowship can create the perfect dining experience. To keep your event happy and healthy, follow these few simple food safety tips.

1. Avoid including foods that contain eggs, homemade mayonnaise, milk or other dairy products.

Running is a popular form of exercise. Almost anyone can do it almost anywhere, and you may not need to invest in anything more than a pair of good shoes.

But if you plan to start running, you'll be well advised to learn about diet and how what you eat affects your performance—and your overall health. Here, a quick surf of the Internet reveals lots of useful information.

When you're feeling tense or achy, the last thing you may want to do is exercise. But the good news is—mild exercise may be the best way for you to chase those aches and pains away.

Mary Shideler, a/k/a The Kayak Lady, is a certified massage therapist ready to teach you how to increase the fun and energy in your life. She has provided professional massage therapy services, classes, and workshops since 1991.

According to an article written by Amy Levin-Epstein and published by Weight Watchers, "Winter and working out don’t always seem to mix. A chilly morning can make waking up for an early gym session seem particularly torturous. Foul weather can also make it tough for outdoor exercisers to keep up their routine. (Ever try to jog on ice?

It's definitely the cold and flu season and, by now everyone's heard about the benefits of getting a flu shot. However even the new flu vaccine is not an absolute guarantee that you won't get the flu.

Working these simple preventive techniques into your daily life will give you another line of defense against the debilitating—and dangerous—flu: