These tips will help keep your skin healthy and glowing all winter long, but remember, consistency is key with any wellness routine, so make sure to map out your plan and stick to it. 　　Now that winter has officially taken over Ontario, we collectively will be spending more time inside with dry air, meaning our skin will take some damage. As your body’s largest organ, your skin’s health can impact your overall wellness, so take extra care to invest in a good skincare routine. The most important parts of a winter routine are to be gentle and focus on moisturizing. 　　 　　　　Read ahead for six tips that will help you pamper your skin all winter long. 　　Go Fragrance-Free & Skip Harsh Exfoliation　　Winter is a great time to reassess your skincare routine and make some adjustments. During colder seasons, our skin is not only drier but more sensitive, too. If you’re used to harsh physical exfoliants during the summer, it’s best to skip that step and opt for a gentler approach during the winter months. Similarly, your sensitive winter skin may react poorly to fragrances in skincare products (even if they’re usually fine during the summer). Swapping some of your products...

　　Numerous lifestyle changes can naturally lower cholesterol and improve overall heart health. 　　Many of us have heard the term "high cholesterol." For some, it’s a health concern that requires careful management. While medication is often a necessary part of treatment, numerous lifestyle changes can naturally lower cholesterol and improve overall heart health. 　　These changes, backed by scientific research, focus on dietary swaps, increased physical activity, and stress reduction techniques. This isn't about drastic overhauls but incorporating sustainable habits that can make a real difference over time. 　　 　　1. Eat More Soluble Fibre　　Soluble fibre acts like a sponge in your digestive system, binding with cholesterol and helping your body eliminate it. Think of it as a natural cholesterol “scrubber.” Foods like oats, barley, apples, citrus fruits, and beans are excellent sources of soluble fibre. Research consistently demonstrates the positive impact of soluble fibre on lowering LDL ("bad") cholesterol. 　　2. Load Up on Fruits and Vegetables　　A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is a cornerstone of heart health. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and, of course, fibre. Aim for various colours to maximize the diverse range of nutrients you’re consuming. Studies show that diets high in plant-based foods are associated with...

　　Vitamin D is full of health benefits, from happier moods to healthier bones - and who doesn’t want more of that? 　　Ah, the sunshine vitamin. We all know it, we all love it. Vitamin D is packed with health benefits, from lifting our moods to strengthening our bones—and let’s face it, we could all use more of that, especially in the winter months. With shorter days and less sunlight, our bodies may struggle to get enough of this essential nutrient. 　　As we age, ensuring an adequate intake of Vitamin D becomes even more critical. It helps prevent osteoporosis, supports strong teeth, and even combats those winter blues. It’s a tiny ingredient with a big impact—but those sunny, summer days are behind us. 　　So, how do we keep our Vitamin D levels up when sunshine is in short supply? We eat it, of course! 　　Here are five of our favourite recipes featuring the perfect boost of Vitamin D. 　　 　　Delicious Sockeye Salmon 　　If you’re looking for a boost of health, look no further than sockeye salmon. Just 3.5 ounces of this fatty fish contains 66% of your daily Vitamin D requirements. Here’s how to bake your most mouthwatering salmon yet: 　　Ingredients...

A widespread power outage left nearly all of Puerto Rico without electricity early Tuesday as residents prepared to ring in the new year. Over 1.3 million customers were affected with officials warning that full restoration could take up to two days. Utility officials are blaming the outage on a failed underground transmission line. The blackout, which began at dawn, created an unsettling stillness across the island as appliances and air conditioners lost power. For those with access to generators, a mechanical hum soon filled the silence. “It had to be on the 31st of December!” exclaimed one man, who only gave his name as Manuel, as he stood outside a grocery store in the capital of San Juan, grumbling about the outage that coincided with his birthday. “There is no happiness.” Nearly 90% of 1.47 million clients across Puerto Rico were left in the dark, according to Luma Energy, a private company that oversees electricity transmission and distribution. It estimated that power would be restored in 24 to 48 hours, conditions permitting. Luma said in a statement that it is restoring power “in the quickest and safest way possible.” With no idea when power would return, Puerto Ricans began to...

The seal is broken for Denver, the Upper Midwest and Plains: The first significant snow of the season fell Thursday and Friday. Below are some images and tweets that show how social media is telling the story. (MORE: Tracking a Cold Plunge |When Might You Get Snow?) ...

Heating bills will rise 20 percent for heating oil customers, 15 percent for natural gas customers, 13 percent for propane customers and 5 percent for electricity customers, the Energy Department said Wednesday. NEW YORK — Americans will pay more to heat their homes this winter as they feel something they didn't feel much of last year: cold. Fuel prices will be relatively stable, but customers will have to use more energy to keep warm than they did a year ago,...

The Weather Company has released its winter forecast of temperatures for December through February, and it's looking more and more likely to be a chilly winter for parts of the North. "After an extended spell of above-normal temperatures across much of the U.S. during the past 18 months, the last few months have been characterized by below-normal temperatures across much of the eastern U.S., as a weak El Nino event has tried to emerge," said Dr. Todd Crawford, Chief Meteorologist...

Wintry weather was spotted in parts of the Northeast on Saturday -- the first snow of the season for some areas. Multiple states saw snow, but Pennsylvania and New York were among the most active on social media when accumulation began. Here are some images and tweets from the areas that received a pristine layer of late-November snow. ...

Pennsylvania Snow Early Tuesday afternoon, Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Seidel stood in a snow-covered yard in Reading, Pa., delivering positive news. "The really nice thing about this snowfall across the Northeast and New England today is, basically, it's not sticking to the roadways in most areas," he said. While the wet snow left roads slick and slushy in areas seeing the heaviest accumulations, cars and buses were able to navigate with very little trouble during the workday. This snow event,...

A 1984 file photo of Mount Shasta in northern California. (USGS/Lyn Topinka) If anyone lived on the summit of California's Mount Shasta, they'd need a mighty big shovel to dig out of the snowstorm that will bury the mountain in astronomical amounts of snow through the weekend -- amounts that could flirt with world records. The Thursday morning National Weather Service summit forecast for Shasta predicted an incredible 33 to 39 inches of snow -- just for Thursday alone. (By...

A winter storm will produce significant snow in the northern Plains, Upper Midwest and Rockies through the weekend. Let's start with a breakdown of the snow forecast and then follow up with a look at the bone-chilling temperatures. Weekend Snow Forecast Midwest Radar A dip in the jet stream, or trough, has dug south into the northern Plains this weekend. (MAP: Sunday's jet stream pattern) With cold air in place,lift in the atmosphere provided by disturbances embedded in the trough...

Winter Storm Caesar will continue to produce areas of snow, heavy in spots, in the Upper Midwest through Sunday night. Let's start with a breakdown of the snow forecast and then follow up with a look at the bone-chilling temperatures. Snow Forecast Midwest Radar A dip in the jet stream, or trough, has dug south into the northern Plains this weekend. (MAP: Sunday's jet stream pattern) With cold air in place,lift in the atmosphere provided by disturbances embedded in the...

LaPorte, Ind. A young girl lets loose with a snowball while playing with other children as they enjoy the season's first snow on Dec. 11 in LaPorte, Ind. (AP Photo/The LaPorte Herald-Argus, Bob Wellinski) ...