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Healthy Habits: Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

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19 healthiest state in America this holiday season. The holidays are the perfect time to eat, drink, and be merry, but also a time when Americans fall off the wagon with excessive eating, drinking and stress. Overindulging can exacerbate the holiday blues. Good overall health 88.3% Mental Health 56.3% Smoking 13.7%

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Parenting Pointers: Tips for a Screen-Free Holiday

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The holidays can be a period of increased screen time for kids, whether it’s more time playing video games, scrolling through Instagram, or binging the latest series. But it can also be a great opportunity to establish new habits, spend more quality time with family, and set intentions for the new year. Give a hug (to someone in your house!),

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Healthy Habits: Supporting Families with Autism Spectrum Disorder During the Holidays

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For families with Autism Spectrum Disorder children, the holidays can be a complicated time. If you’re inviting a family over for a holiday meal, ask them in advance on how to make your environment more comfortable and fun for their family. Ideas include: Help to prepare for change.

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Post Holiday Lifestyle Detox

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

What’s more demotivating than stepping on the scale and seeing a weight gain from all of the holiday treats, or looking outside before a workout and seeing incessant rain? The holidays, in North American culture , are a time for extreme and gluttonous excess. I was in denial. Diet Detox. Media Detox. Get Healthy'

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Healthy Habits: Stress Relief at the End of the Year

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According to a 2021study done by the American Psychiatric Association , 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, with 45% of adults surveyed saying they are worried about finding holiday gifts, and 43% of vaccinated adults surveyed said they are worried about getting COVID-19 at a holiday party.

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8 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As November begins to wind down, we are officially in the holiday season. In my family, Thanksgiving and Christmas are the biggest holidays as far as cooking. Ask for healthy gifts : If you’re concerned about your health or your weight, ask for diet or fitness related gifts for Christmas. Bring your gym with you!

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Money Makers: Taking Time Off for Small Business Owners

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According to FreshBooks ’ Holiday Break Report, 60% of SMB owners said they're worried about their business due to the economic uncertainty looming over 2023. Additionally, 70% of respondents agree that taking time off during the holidays is essential for their mental health.