At a Glance Cold weather may discourage physical activity.Overly restrictive rules about holiday treats are not always healthy.During colder weather, our bodies may actually burn bonus calories. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletterto get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. For many, the winter season is marked by time spent indoors with family and friends, eating good food and enjoying the company of loved ones. However, the activities of the season can also interrupt healthy...

At a Glance Research shows that time spent in nature can reduce levels of cortisol.Stress relief effects can be prompted by as little as 20 minutes outdoors.Psychologists have identified a particular reason that human brains react to nature scenes. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletterto get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. How do you react when you feel stressed? There are a number of coping strategies that people may employ — some healthy and...

Even a short immersion into nature has been shown to provide tangible stress relief, and the reason may surprise you. ...