December 22, 2016

Need a strategy to beat the holiday meal food coma? Nutrition experts say avoid snacking before you eat and take a walk after you finish cooking or after dinner. Go ahead and enjoy your special holiday dishes but try using the “My Plate” method to have the right mix of all five food groups on your dinner plate. Source Link

If a gift card is your go-to choice for that last-minute purchase be sure you’re buying carefully. Always check the packaging and any security seals to be sure they’re intact and that no one has tampered with the card. And make sure the gift card can be used in the store or online if that’s how the recipient shops. Source Link

When a long-distance trip is in your holiday plans, take care to avoid deadly blood clots that can happen when you sit for more than two hours at a time. Try to get up and walk or stretch your legs in your seat and move your feet in a circular motion to improve blood flow. Source Link