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Healthy Green Winter Smoothie

Vincent Stevens — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:50:50 +0000

Did Christmas come early, or is that just you glowing after drinking this holiday halo in a glass? Our super healthy Winter Green Smoothie offers a pleasant, light relief from all of those holiday cookies, cocktails, and second helpings of everything. It is a vibrant blend that swoops in to restore balance to your winter diet. Don’t think of this as an excuse to eat more junk this season; rather, consider this a part of your healthy eating habits. You can have your treats, but you also have to nourish your body in the process.

Creamy, homemade almond milk provides a luscious base without any added sugars or emulsifiers that are typically in store bought varieties. The fresh ginger brings a gentle zing that actually warms you from the inside out, and it also supports digestion. Ginger is a real seasonal hero, if there ever was one. Cucumber and celery are mostly water, so they add a hydrating benefit to your smoothie. A generous handful of Swiss chard delivers vitamins A, C, and K to support immune function, a much needed benefit while all of those winter germs are making the rounds. Avocado contributes a silky texture and heart-healthy fats to the smoothie, but fear not because it will not make the smoothie taste like guac. The frozen pineapple provides just enough tropical sweetness to make this feel like a treat, not a savory dip.

Yes, you can still drink smoothies during the colder months, especially during the holidays. In fact, it is a smart and delicious way to sneak some more fruits and vegetables into your day. Plus, smoothies give your digestive system a break from heavier foods. It’s like this smoothie is your green insurance policy for the most indulgent time of year.

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5 Mindful Tips To Help Deal With Holiday Stress

Vincent Stevens — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000

For most people, the holiday season brings relatives, glorious feasts, and the inescapable spending. They also bring fun in the snow (location dependent), hot cocoa and pumpkin spice, and family outings. That all sounds incredible, except for the fact that it usually comes with holiday stress.

On top of the stress that surrounds the holidays, the change in weather and daylight savings tends to induce seasonal affective disorder. That isn’t the case for everyone, but seasonal depression is a very real thing. What do you do to fight the holiday stress, then? Read on to learn about five mindful tips to help manage holiday stress and actually enjoy this season.

Travel Smart

Do you plan to visit friends and family over the holidays? Holiday travel is quite busy, which is stressful in and of itself. Since you are probably never going to run into the person sitting next to you on the airplane, engage in a little relaxation by pampering yourself. Consider some under eye gel pads to help depute the eyes and provide moisture during travel on a dry plane. Planning ahead is also a great travel tip to reduce stress. Create a packing list and do you packing ahead of time, visualizing the necessities to prevent overpacking. Lastly, pack some hand sanitizer to fight germs and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated during your flight.

Gift Yourself A Pampering Experience

Don’t simply limit yourself to an under eye gel pad on the airplane and call it day on self-pampering. Treat yourself to a relaxing experience, such as a massage, facial, or day at the spa using their services. If you want to experiment with a new service, try out acupuncture or cupping, as both of these therapies can help you decompress and release toxins. Feeling a bit more daring? Book a fire and ice therapy and alternate between an ice bath and an infrared sauna to help reduce inflammation and boost your mood.

Plan Ahead

Whether you want to adhere to your diet, stay on top of your work, or keep stress at bay during the holidays, planning ahead is crucial. Maintain a clear calendar with festivities/events you want to attend, but schedule time for self-care as well. Make a list of all the people you want to buy gifts for, or plan out gifts you want to make for specific people. Pick out what outfits you have in your closet that can work with upcoming occasions. Make a mental note when those outfits need to come out, or if you need to bring them on a holiday trip.

Drink Mindfully

Holidays are synonymous with celebrations and libations. If you drink alcohol and plan to drink during holiday functions, prepare yourself properly. Make sure to imbibe slowly and don’t mix with sugary sodas or juices. Additionally, it’s best to take vitamins C and B to help the body get ahead of recovery. Drink electrolytes the following morning, or even the same night, to aid the breakdown of alcohol. That can help your liver detox as you sleep.

Reflect On The Year

Take the time at the end of the year to pat yourself on the back. You made it through another year, which is quite an accomplishment. Look back and see all that you did. Write down the things you are most proud of having done, how you grew as a person and the people you want to thank. Next, think of things you want to manifest in the New Year. Set intentions and go forth with fire! Journaling, or making a gratitude journal, at the end of the year is a great practice. It may even help you release whatever’s been stressing you out this season!

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Zesty Winter Fruit Salad

Vincent Stevens — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:48:00 +0000

The winter months can be a little dark and chilly. Why not invite some color and zest into your life by making a refreshing, seasonal fruit salad? This fruit salad will help brighten any gray, gloomy winter day. It contains crisp apples, juicy mandarins, bright pomegranate arils, soft pear, tart kiwi, and herbaceous mint. Now that’s what you call a bowl of nutrition! This bowl also offers you a little break from all of the heavy holiday dishes that are readily available this time of year. Set your body up for success when you enjoy this for breakfast.

Various cultures have enjoyed fruit salads for centuries, typically adopting whatever fruit is in season. During the winter months, tropical fruits are harder to find, depending on your location. Temperate fruits like apples and citrus varieties take center stage. Pomegranate is also a classic winter fruit that is associated with renewal and abundance, especially in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cultures. In fact, those cultures use pomegranate arils to brighten both sweet and savory dishes. You’ll love this fruit salad for the following reasons:

It is quick and easy to make, coming together in less than 15 minutes.
The bright colors and sweet and tart flavors make it a hit at the breakfast table or holiday gatherings.
You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it later because it tastes even better after sitting in the fridge for a couple hours.
It pairs beautifully with chia pudding, overnight oats, or oatmeal.
You can customize it by using other seasonal fruits that you enjoy.
It is budget-friendly because it uses seasonal produce items, which are typically more affordable.

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Americans Are Very Anxious About The Holiday Season

Vincent Stevens — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 09:38:00 +0000

A new poll from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) suggests that a dark cloud of stress is looming over the upcoming holiday season. Americans are sweating about the economy, so the stress is more amplified than in years past. The most recent Healthy Minds poll from the APA is just one out of a series of polls to track public sentiment on mental health issues year round.

The latest results come from online interviews that the APA conducted. These interviews took place over two days (November 4th & 5th, 2025), and included more than 2,200 adults. There was a margin of error plus or minus two percentage points for these interviews.

What Is The Biggest Overall Concern?

After analyzing the interviews, researchers found that 75% of all respondents stated that they are very or somewhat anxious about the economy. Close behind that number one concern was healthcare, with 71% saying that they are somewhat or very anxious about that. When the respondents were specifically asked about the upcoming holidays, 41% stated they anticipate more seasonal stress this year compared to years past. That percentage is a significant increase since 2024, which had 28%, and 2023, which had 23%.

The report suggests that 48% of participants were most worried about missing a loved one or experiencing grief. About 46% of participants expressed worry about affording holiday gifts. Researchers noted that one-third of the participants cited concerns about family dynamics or feeling lonely. The poll concluded that one in five participants said that end-of-year holidays have a negative impact on their mental health.

There Is A Bright Side

Nearly 50% of the participants said that the holiday season is a generally positive experience for their mental health. The experience of seeing family and friends, eating delicious food, and giving and receiving gifts were among the top activities participants looked forward to the most. And even though some people dread the holiday season, which can come with some level of stress, it is a time for familial connections, fun, and fellowship. Make the holiday season something to look forward to. After all, research shows that being future-oriented is positive for your mental health.

These Results Do Not Surprise Experts

Mental health experts note that anxiety is one of the most commonly-experienced conditions for adults in the United States. For this reason, the results of the poll are not surprising. Political stress, toxic news cycles, and comparing oneself to unrealistic depictions seen on social media are just a few common causes of anxiety. Additionally, more people feel more comfortable now reporting their experience with anxiety, which also explains the increase in numbers from previous years.

Holiday-induced anxiety can creep up around this time of year, regardless of whatever else is happening. Anxiety tends to show up subtly and may reveal itself through irritability, difficulty concentrating, or tension in the body. Those symptoms occur long before it becomes overwhelming.

Can You Manage Holiday Stress?

The best thing to do if you experience holiday stress is to ask for help. By seeking support from your family members or friends, you can help delegate tasks and lighten your emotional load. It’s also important to simplify your to-do list, as differentiating between necessary obligations and optional tasks can free up some time. Practice gratitude because that’s what the holiday season is truly about. People with regular gratitude practices, such as writing in a gratitude journal, tend to experience more positive physical and emotional benefits. Lastly, if anxiety is too intense or long-lasting, consider professional support. You do not need to tackle it alone, and even the act of seeking help tends to lift a little weight off your shoulders.

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How To Beat The Bloat This Holiday Season

Vincent Stevens — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:22:00 +0000

It is fairly common for people to gain an average of one pound per year during the holiday season. Unfortunately, that one pound doesn’t tend to go anywhere, and those pounds accumulate as the years go by. There are several factors that contribute to this weight gain, such as lack of exercise or motivation to go to the gym, stress, or seasonal depression. One of the most common factors, though, is the fact that many holiday-themed meals contain hard-to-digest ingredients that are quite fattening.

Most holiday favorites, from stuffing and pie to peppermint mocha lattes and beyond, contain lots of sodium, fats, unhealthy carbs, and refined sugars. These dishes may taste delicious, but they leave you feeling exhausted because of the energy required to digest them. Holiday classics like turkey, ham, and stuffing can take between one to two days to digest. Next-day bloating isn’t inevitable, though. You can avoid sluggishness and discomfort with the following strategies.

Avoid Allergies Or Intolerances

Sometimes, people will willingly eat foods they know do not agree with them simply because those dishes are specific to the holidays. Sure, there are lactose-free versions of many holiday staples, but the body can still experience some side effects from eating these foods. The body stores excess water when you eat carbohydrates and the class of sugars found in milk products. When planning your holiday menu or eyeing certain holiday treats, try your best to not overdo it with foods that slow you down. Aside from milk and wheat products, onions, garlic, beans, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower can cause digestive side effects in some people.

Take A Walk

It’s no secret that working out is quite uncommon during the holiday season. People are busy with end-of-year projects, traveling, holiday parties, school events, and so much more. Plus, a lot of people plan to lose weight or get fit in the new year, but we all know how that resolution tends to go. Take a walk whenever you can, be it on your lunch break or around the neighborhood before you leave for work. Additionally, take a 15- or 20-minute walk after you finish eating to aid digestion. Encouraging blood flow helps kickstart your metabolism and sweat helps flush excess toxins from the body.

Save Room For Fiber-Rich Foods

We believe the saying, “Save room for dessert,” should be changed to, “Save room for fiber.” The reason for that is most people do not eat a sufficient amount of fiber in their daily diet. Dense foods that are full of refined sugars, simple carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats take forever to travel through the digestive tract. Incorporating more fiber-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, can make digestion a little easier this holiday season. Consider starting your meal with a salad or blended vegetable soup. Focus on fibrous greens, as they will help you feel full without overeating.

Drink In Moderation

In addition to the fattening, hard-to-digest foods, alcohol also contributes to sluggish digestion and bloating. Mixed drinks tend to be high in refined sugar and air buildup from carbonated drinks like beer or champagne can cause excess gas. Additionally, the extra carbs in beer can leave you feeling slow, bloated, and sluggish.

Check For Additives

We don’t want to generalize or insult any home chefs out there, so we’ll tread lightly here. Many holiday dishes utilize canned, boxed, or frozen foods that contain a lot of preservatives and excess sodium. Even a holiday staple like turkey can contain added sodium and pesticides. Additives can slow the digestive process and lead to water retention, two things that increase bloating. This year, opt for cleaner foods that are homemade. Consider roasting some seasonal vegetables or making blended vegetable soups. Knowing exactly what’s on your plate and in your food can help reduce the risk of bloating.

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7 Healthy Side Dishes To Make For Thanksgiving

Vincent Stevens — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 09:46:00 +0000

A traditional Thanksgiving dinner isn’t the epitome of health. In fact, it is the antithesis of health, and gorging oneself into a food coma is the ultimate goal. The giant spread usually consists of holiday pies and carb-centric sides that are loaded with sugar and fat. But if you want to lighten up the menu this year, we have some great Thanksgiving side dishes that will do the trick.

It can be scary to divert from the familiar, but sometimes you need to jump into the deep end. You can search for new twists on green bean and sweet potato dishes, for example, and invite new flavors to the party. Feature seasonal produce items like Brussels sprouts or replace potatoes with celeriac, another seasonal produce item. One of the primary things that we encourage you to do is add more greens and refreshing dishes to your Thanksgiving spread. Not only does this increase your vegetable intake, but it also nourishes the body and makes the digestive system happier.

Ahead, you’ll find seven easy and healthy recipes that will go great with your Thanksgiving feast. Not only are they scrumptious, but they are a lot lighter than the traditional sides that accompany the big meal. They include more vegetables, some of which are seasonal, and aim to help you feel lighter on the day.

Pomegranate, Avocado, & Citrus Brussels Sprouts Salad

Brussels sprouts make a great canvas for the color and flavor of fresh pomegranate arils, creamy avocado, and citrus dressing.