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How to stay safe and healthy over the holidays

The holiday season is upon us. As we “Deck the Halls,” prepare and attend “Holly Jolly…” feasts and embark on travel, let’s take a few minutes to review some health and safety tips to ensure that we bring in 2015 safe and sound and without the usual holiday bulge.

Vitamin C won’t help with your cold, sorry

Most people associate vitamin C with fighting colds. And while that may be overreaching, scientifically speaking, vitamin C is beneficial to the body in many other ways, from slowing the aging process to reducing the risk of cancer and heart disease.

Overdoing holiday cheer can lead to regrets later

During the holidays, excessive drinking is common. The results can be as simple as a nagging hangover to something much more serious. A little planning — and a lot of common sense — can keep revelers out of the emergency room.

Don’t blame chocolate for acne

Diet in general — a healthful one — appears to play a larger role in clear skin than any food in particular.