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Scrub A Dub: 6 Scrubs for Softer Skin
Through cleansing, exfoliating and massaging, scrubs provide benefits beyond what your simple bar soap can do. They help remove dead cells, bringing out fresh, new
Nailed It: How Your Nails Can Indicate Health Issues
Whether you prefer nails that are long and painted or clean and trimmed, they can be visual tellers of your health. When there is a
First Aid Kit Essentials For the Adventurer!
Outdoor adventures can be filled with fun, excitement and wonder, but they can also be dangerous. That is why it is important to be prepared
Pesky Pesticides: Should We Be Avoiding Conventional Produce?
I frequently get asked, “is organic worth the extra money?” by clients who are concerned about the potential effects of pesky pesticides on health. As
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Eat As They do in the Mediterranean
Cultures around the world have thrived consuming a variety of traditional cuisines and staple foods unique to their region. Perhaps the most well known traditional dietary pattern for promoting health is the Traditional Mediterranean Diet (TMD), first recognized in the… read more
Ask the Liver Specialist
Brittany Gannon is a board-certified adult-geriatric nurse practitioner who graduated from the University of Florida with her Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN), followed by her Master of Science in nursing (MSN). What does my liver do? Your liver is an amazing organ! It… read more
The Keys to Happiness
There are many factors to consider when thinking about your happiness. Aside from the activities and people that typically bring a smile to your face, there are some things that you might not even realize are contributing to (or detracting… read more
Are You Putting Yourself at Risk for Vitamin Poisoning?
You may think you’re helping to close the gap between your diet and your necessary daily values, or you may be looking to boost your immune system, energy, or hair growth. There are plenty of reasons why we take vitamins,… read more
Ted Talks: Quitting Time
I think I can put my gastrointestinal résumé up against most folks’. When I was 12, I ate 12 tacos out of a 20-shell family pack. I once ground through 76 ounces of steak in the name of journalism. My college nickname? Hoover, because of… read more
Food Aversions Explained
Most people have a few foods that they don’t like. Ahem, no onions please! But for some, the dislike is severe and, in some cases, debilitating. What is food aversion? According to the Cleveland Clinic, a food aversion is defined… read more
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 a fruit because it has seeds and grows from the flower of a plant, but… read more
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Carving or Cooking? We’ll Help You Pick The Perfect Pumpkin
Did you know that there are about 45 different varieties of pumpkin? With so many options to choose from, we have narrowed them down into three simple categories to suite your pumpkin needs. Use these guidelines to pick the perfect… read more
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Is Group Fitness Right For Me?
Let’s face it, when it comes to working out we could all use some motivation. Being accountable to yourself only gets you so far. Adherence to a program becomes so much easier when it involves others. Getting a personal trainer… read more
Swimming: Your New Favorite Workout!
When it comes to a low impact, highly impactful workout, look no farther than the pool in your backyard or your community. That’s right, swimming is back in style and full of so many benefits, you may never venture to… read more
Roller Skating: Add Some Style And Spice To Your Cardio
Roller skating might just be the answer to how can you get outside and get active? For those of us searching for something different when it comes to cardio, four wheels may be the answer. Staying consistent with cardio has… read more
