Just because Santa has been known to spend Christmas noshing on sweets doesn't mean that you should do the same. Here are 10 naughty Christmas foods you should skip.
Losing weight is one of the most common New Year's resolutions, but changing long-held behaviors is a skill in itself, a medical expert says.
Health experts say you can still enjoy the holidays -- and the special food offerings that come with them -- without overeating and gaining weight.
Researchers warn that the trees that produce frankincense are being lost at such a high rate that production of the fragrant resin could fall by half over the next 15 years.
Some toys at the top of children's Christmas wish lists could pose a hearing threat, according to researchers.
The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for people suffering from depression.
Holiday decorations, both old and new, can cause asthma attacks and allergic reactions, an expert says.
The busy holiday season may disrupt many people's daily routines, but at this time of year it is especially important to remember to look after your teeth, an expert advises.
The risk of burns increases over the holiday season because people are cooking more, putting up potentially flammable decorations and using fireplaces and candles.
As you start thinking about the coming holidays, here's how to take a step back and stop feeling overloaded.
Toys are a major part of children's fun and excitement during the holiday season, so parents and others need to make sure the toys are safe, experts say.
The overlap of the cold and flu season with the holiday season can make it a challenge to stay healthy as you go to parties and get together with family and friends.
The holiday season can be a challenge for people with allergies and asthma, but there are a number of things they can do to protect themselves, allergists say.
Socializing is a major part of the holiday season, but many people find it difficult. If you suffer anxiety or feel tongue-tied at festive gatherings, here are some helpful tips.
Giving thanks isn't just something to do at Thanksgiving. It can improve your outlook and health any time of year. Here's how to cultivate a gratitude attitude all year 'round!
Huge meals and unhealthy foods, heavy drinking and stress can increase the risk of heart problems and stroke over the holidays, an expert warns.
Trimming the fat, eating fruits and vegetables, and increasing exercise can help keep you healthy at holiday meals.
If you are one of the many people who have high expectations for your holiday gatherings, a few simple steps can help reduce your stress on Thanksgiving.
The Christmas season is filled with temptations, and a dog with a taste for the holidays can wind up with an upset tummy, or maybe something worse. Learn how to protect your pet from holiday perils.
Pay special attention to your health and be safe this holiday season.
Each year fires occurring during the holiday season injure 1,650 Americans. Here are some simple life-saving steps you can take to ensure a safe and happy holiday.
Everyone is brimming with holiday cheer -- except you. If you are single, the holidays can tap into loneliness and grief.
Does it seem like everyone around you is filled with holiday cheer, but you're just not feeling it? You aren't alone. The holidays can make you feel depressed, but help is available.
