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  from Cathy Wong
This week in About Alternative Medicine, 5 Foods for a Better Mood, Natural Mood Boosters, 10 Wellness Steps for the New Year, and more...

 
In the Spotlight
5 Foods for a Better Mood
Eating certain foods may improve your mood, research suggests. The Food and Mood Project surveyed 200 people and found that 88% reported that changing their diet had a significant effect on mood.

Twenty six percent noticed improvements in mood swings, 26% in panic attacks and anxiety, and 24% in depression.

The top offending foods were sugar (80%), caffeine (79%), alcohol (55%) and chocolate (53%). Foods thought to benefit mood included water (80%), vegetables (78%), fruit (72%) and oil-rich fish (52%). Don't know where to start? Consider eating more of these 5 Foods for a Better Mood....

 
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5 Natural Mood Boosters
We all want to feel happy, but the challenge is doing it when daily stresses, frustration, and anger get in the way. But it turns out that there are some simple things you can do that can have profound effects on your mood. Read my 5 Natural Mood Boosters to drive away stress, lift your spirits, get energized, and feel happier in the New Year.

 
10 Steps to Wellness for the New Year
If you've made a resolution to be healthier and happier in the New Year, you may be asking yourself, okay, so now what? Should you try a new diet? Revamp your supplement plan? Start taking yoga or meditating every day? The choices can be overwhelming.

If you need some help getting started, read my 10 Steps to Total Wellness in the New Year for some simple, doable tips you can start implementing today.

 
 
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Holiday Survival Strategies

Watch these helpful videos for tips on surviving the holiday season.
  • 2-Minute Relaxation Technique
  • How to Throw a Great Holiday Party
  • Controlling Holiday Food Portions
  • Gift Idea: Portable Video Players
  • Dressing for Special Occasions


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