Bouts with "winter blahs" are common for everyone, but some people experience far greater suffering from seasonal depression. They often have low energy, the urge to withdraw socially, cravings for carbohydrates and difficulty getting through their daily routine.

 

Is it more than just the winter blahs?   

Need a dish for a holiday party? Make it fun and healthy. Try one of these delicious recipes that are sure to impress a crowd.

If you love Chinese food, you'll love these easy pork pot stickers cooked in sesame oil. Try the low sodium dipping sauce and you'll never order unhealthy dumplings again.

Enjoy fresh vegetables with a bagna cauda dip that uses healthy olive oil instead of sour cream. Sautéing high protein pine nuts draws out their mellow flavor. This dip is great for entertaining.

If you're committed to exercising regularly, it can be hard to continue your routine during the winter months. With a few precautions, you can avoid the health risks of cold exposure.

7 tips to remember when exercising in the cold