11.26.22

Welcome to your weekly roundup on living well, made simple.

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What to say when someone lobs a horrible comment your way over holiday dinner, according to experts

Many of us have that one relative or that one question we are bracing for when we gather for the holiday season. Instead of letting it get under your skin or lashing out once it gets to you, think ahead and prepare your responses with these tips, experts say.

Don't serve disordered eating to your teens this holiday season

As we enter the winter holiday season, shame-based diet culture pressure, often wrapped up with toxic positivity to appear encouraging, increases. The good news is that parents can take an active role in helping teens craft an emotionally healthier narrative around their eating habits.

Don't blame the turkey. Here's what experts say is really behind your food coma

If you think holiday turkey is responsible for the afternoon sleepiness you feel, you'd be wrong, experts say. Here's the real gobble.

Don't ruin your slumber during the holidays. Try these sleep expert tips

It may be our favorite family time of the year, but the holidays are packed with chores, parties and stress, which can all take a toll on sleep. Here's how to stop the holidays from sabotaging your slumber.

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VIDEO: We tried 4 wacky Thanksgiving leftover recipes from TikTok. This is our favorite

Turkey bone pho, stuffing-stuffed waffles and Bombay turkey bombs are just a few creative hacks to use up those Thanksgiving leftovers. CNN's Janelle Davis rounds up the best ideas, gives four a brave try and then picks her favorite.

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