Healthy Reads is a collection of practical, science-backed articles on eating well and feeling better — covering nutrition, stress and burnout, sleep, hormones and menopause, healthy habits, and natural ways to relax. Written by Catherine Polet, a certified holistic nutrition health coach, each one is here to give you clear, realistic steps you can use straight away — no fads, no guilt, no extremes. Browse by topic below, or just start reading.

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10 Simple Self-Care Routines to do the Day Before Christmas

Unwind and take a break before the frenzy of Christmas begins! Get into a beauty-and-energy-boosting self-care routine with this helpful guide, including homemade beauty self-care recipes.

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Homemade candles for your health

When you make your own candles, your creativity also increases positive emotions, reduces depressive symptoms and anxiety, and improves the function of your immune system.

And you are making a positive impact on our planet. You reuse, recycle and transform. Candles are a wonderful gift for Christmas. And if you have kids, they will love to get involved.

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Peppermint Prince ― Essential peppermint oil’s benefits, effects & more

Essential peppermint oil has been known as a remedy for centuries. The natural effect of the plant is able to relieve tension headaches and other afflictions.

See how to use essential peppermint oil for various health issues.