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Having the winter blues may not sound like a particularly debilitating condition, but for some women, it is an annual struggle. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), where the body can go into almost semi-hibernation, is caused by a lack of sunlight during the winter months. It can lead to an array of symptoms such as depression, fatigue and cravings for all the wrong foods. However, if we change Read more...

QUESTION: I am going to the beach next week and am concerned about the sun. What kinds of hats will give me protection but also look attractive? ANSWER: Wearing a hat is a great way to protect yourself from the sun on the beach. But not all hats are created equal. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the best protection comes from a hat with a brim that's at least four inches wide. Read more...

Dust mites -- which die in the winter -- are very difficult to get out of bedding, upholstered furniture and carpet. When you look at a shaft of sunlight, chances are what you see floating in the air are dead mites and their waste products -- major causes of allergies and asthma. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases says you can create a dust-free bedroom with a little Read more...