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Kindness Calls: How to Make a Difference Now

In a year defined by layoffs, rising costs, and uncertainty, generosity has become both a grounding force and a quiet act of resilience. Across the country, families are tightening budgets. The call for philanthropy and compassion has never been greater. For those of us who are in fortunate and secure positions this holiday season, we can choose to ease someone’s hardship and elevate our community through contributing time, skills, or simple gestures of kindness.

5 Easy Tips To Manage Holiday Stress

According to the American Psychological Association, nearly a quarter of Americans reported feeling “extreme stress” during the holidays. The “festive stress” is caused by feeling like there’s not enough time, experiencing panic due to the lack of finances, and feeling the pressure to give or get gifts.

As a Master Herbalist RH (AHG) and a regular commentator on news shows across the U.S., below are many how you can tame your mood and control your stress level this coming holiday season.

Skincare Benefits From Leftover Halloween Pumpkins

As a Harvard-trained physician with a 10+ year background in the Dermatology and Pathology fields, Dr. Gretchen Frieling suggests that instead of throwing out the pumpkins you used for decorative functions, you can reuse them for various beauty and health purposes. “Pumpkin is a great way to incorporate more vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E as well as essential fatty acids that help reduce markers of aging while also moisturizing the skin.”

Save 5 Pounds This Thanksgiving with 5 Food Swaps

With Thanksgiving right around the corner everyone is set to head home to indulge in some holiday feasting. As tempting as it will be to dive directly into the dinner table, some of us prefer to be a bit more tamed when it comes to putting on the holiday pounds.

5 Easy Tips To Manage Holiday Stress

According to the American Psychological Association, nearly a quarter of Americans reported feeling “extreme stress” during the holidays. The “festive stress” is caused by feeling like there’s not enough time, experiencing panic due to the lack of finances, and feeling the pressure to give or get gifts.

As a Master Herbalist RH (AHG) and a regular commentator on news shows across the U.S., below are many how you can tame your mood and control your stress level this coming holiday season.

Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

The average Thanksgiving meal has a whopping 4,500+ calories and 229 grams of fat. Here are some delicious recipes to entertain with that’ll keep all the great tastes without the bellyache.