Fall in North Florida offers cooler temperatures and vibrant natural landscapes, making it a great time to explore scenic spots near Gainesville. Whether you’re looking
I Tried Gainesville’s Afternoon Restaurant to See Why Michelin Added It to the Guide
Afternoon, a quaint, casual brunch restaurant in Gainesville, was recognized among 200 restaurants in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 Florida-wide recommended restaurants selection. Owned by the
Try These Different Workouts For Different Fitness Goals
Do you want to be strong? Lean? Have bulging muscles? Or maybe your goal is to achieve all three! Ever since exercise has made its
Cozy and Creative Fall Decor DIYs to Transform Your Home
As the leaves start to change and the air becomes crisp, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home with fall-inspired decor. Instead of heading
Make Butternut Squash a Fall Produce Staple!
Of all the fall vegetables, butternut squash is one of the most versatile and beneficial, and it’s actually a fruit! Botanically speaking, butternut squash is
The Latest
Learn the Health Benefits of Pumpkin
How many of us dive into a good ole dish of pumpkin on the regular? Sadly, unless it comes in the form of a pie or latte in early November, the majority of us are probably not! Unfortunately, that means… read more
Mindful Eating: It’s Not Just What You Eat — It’s How You Eat It Instead
In a culture filled with nutrition advice, food trends and diet rules, it's easy to lose touch with one of our greatest sources of wisdom, our own bodies. As children, we were naturally intuitive eaters. We cried when hungry, stopped… read more
How Does Weather Affect Our Skin?
One day, it’s cold. The next, it’s hot -- the weather can’t seem to make up its mind! Neither can your skin -- is it dry or oily? No one knows. Here’s how the weather affects your complexion and skin. Hot… read more
ASK THE EXPERT: Enhancing Your Natural Beauty With Permanent Makeup
Nikki Naylor is the owner and permanent makeup artist at Beauty Lounge. Originally from Brevard, Florida, she moved to Gainesville and earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in 2012. Her passion for helping people led her to… read more
Easy Food Swaps for Healthy Eating Habits
Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier? If so, we got you covered! And don’t worry – you will still be able to eat some of your favorite foods at your go-to restaurants. Here are 20 food… read more
Sardines: The Tiny, Aesthetic Superfood Taking Over
Sardines are having a major moment. These little bug-eyed fish are all over social media, from videos of them being served raw with lemon to luxury sardine-shaped handbags and trinket dishes. They've bridged the gap between a low-cost pantry staple… read more
The Growing Popularity of Beef Tallow: What It Is, How to Use It and Its Nutritional Benefits
Once a commonly used cooking fat before vegetable oils took over, tallow is now showing up everywhere, from cast-iron skillets to skincare routines. Here's what it is, how to use it and what the nutrition actually looks like. What Is… read more
spotlight on
Discover a Cornucopia of Fall Foods
The fall season is upon us! And with it comes Saturday football, crisp mornings and, of course, pumpkin! PSLs anyone? As we transition into autumn, a cornucopia of fall foods becomes available at our local farmers markets and grocery stores.… read more
Workouts for the Week
Guide to Stationary Bikes
For many of us, making time to go for bike ride can be difficult or downright impossible. Sometimes working out at home is the ONLY option. Cycling has long been an effective means of burning calories while having fun. There… read more
Get Involved With These Sports to Stay Active As You Age
We know that exercise is important to us as we get older, but sometimes hitting the gym isn’t enough. Running on the treadmill, using machines or even taking classes at the gym may not be your cup of tea, but… read more
Find Out Why You Should Try Water Aerobics
The term water aerobics has gotten a bad rep, constantly coming off as an easy exercise performed in the shallow end of the pool. However, water aerobics applies to several different water activities that increase your breathing and heart rate… read more
Morning Workout Motivation
With the clock falling back an hour, it is time for gym motivation to spring forward. Most professionals recommend working out in the morning because it is easier to throw in the towel after a long day of work. With… read more
Is a Deadline the Best Motivator?
Almost 10 years ago, I started a Facebook group for people who wanted to run a 5K under 30 minutes. The group—called the Sub-30 Club, which now has nearly 7,000 members—quickly changed its focus: We wouldn’t just center around 29:59.… read more
Learn What the Term “Beast Mode” Actually Means
The term “beast mode” has become common slang, but what does it really mean? According to Urban Dictionary, beast mode is defined as the “mode that you switch into when doing hardcore activities; having beast-like characteristics.” Most often, it’s used… read more
