Experts say less sunlight, colder days, longer nights and less time spent outdoors can all affect your mental health. During the final months of the year and especially as we enter fall and begin to think about winter, many Americans may experience mood swings, which are common. Health experts have revealed why this happens, how … Read more
Strength and conditioning expert Andy Kay offers advice for athletes entering this important stage of preparation One of the main reasons to add strength training is to improve running economy, meaning you can run at any pace while expending less energy. It’s also true that the stronger and more frugal you are, the more you’ll … Read more
There are few things the Northeast does as well as fall. But this season can be difficult for some, as shorter days and colder temperatures can bring feelings of depression and isolation, while also exacerbating existing mental health concerns for some people. Field guide to Boston: Explore and rediscover your Boston. Dr. Michelle DiBlasi is … Read more
Winter blues: Coping with seasonal affective disorder WebMD Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Whyte explains how seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, affects 11 million people across the United States each year. Colder weather, less daylight, and seasonal changes can affect your overall mood, leading to depression or seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, which … Read more
Vitamin D, known as the sunshine vitamin, is essential for our overall health, especially in promoting bone health and regulating the immune system. This article delves into the science of vitamin D, highlighting its importance, the risks associated with deficiency, and the challenges of obtaining it during the winter. Vitamin D, commonly known as the … Read more
Squash are classified as winter or summer, depending on whether they are harvested and consumed when they are young or fully developed. Winter squash, like butternut squash and pumpkin, are eaten when the fruit is fully ripe. When mature, winter squash has a hard outer shell that protects the flesh from the elements, making them … Read more
Colder weather, less daylight, and seasonal changes can affect your overall mood, leading to depression or seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, which affects about 11 million people across the United States each year. Seasonal affective disorder can begin with the first signs of fall or winter, including cooler temperatures and less daylight as … Read more