While many of us are familiar with probiotics, we cannot forget about their counterpart – prebiotics. Let's explore the importance of prebiotics and how to ensure our body gets them. About the digestive tract An entire ecosystem of living microorganisms… read more
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Recognizing the Signs of Heatstroke
Hanging around in the sun is all fun and games until someone gets hurt — or heatstroke. There are several different heat-related illnesses you can acquire from too much sun exposure, like heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn and heat rash,… read more
Indoor Workouts to Beat the Heat
Summer in Florida can be described by 2 words: rainy and humid. And often we want to avoid the heat altogether and ditch the outdoor workouts. Good news is that there are numerous ways to stay active while staying in… read more
National Donut Day: Visit These Places for Free Donuts!
National Donut Day is Friday, June 6! To celebrate the day, many donut shops are offering free donuts to patrons or special offers. We have a list of places who are offering deals this Friday so you can celebrate, too!… read more
Use This Hurricane Prep Checklist to Prepare for Potential Storms
Hurricane season started June 1. Florida is no stranger to severe hurricanes, but it is always important to make sure you are ready for the worst-case scenario every year in case of an emergency! Use this hurricane prep checklist to… read more
Discover The Truth About Sugar
Do not be fooled by the Nutrition Facts section of food labels. According to Mayo Clinic, the calculated amount of sugar in grams only includes natural sugars found in certain ingredients, such as grain, fruit and milk. The sugars you… read more
What Do Antioxidants Actually Do?
People always say, “Make sure to eat your fruit and vegetables,” and while that is absolutely something you should do, it is not because of the antioxidants in them. Antioxidant molecules have been found to counteract oxidative stress placed on… read more
How to Properly Store Your Veggies
Do you feel like you’re constantly running to the grocery store to replace rotten veggies? You’d be surprised how much time and money you can save by knowing more about proper storage techniques and life expectancy of vegetables. We’ve compiled… read more
Energy Snacks for your Afternoon Slump
It’s only 3 p.m. and you feel too lethargic to do anything productive but daydream about hibernating for the rest of the day. We’ve all been there. To get rid of the mid-afternoon slump, many of us resort to heading… read more
May the Fourth Be With You: Star Wars Movie Marathon
In honor of May 4 this Sunday, we should all be watching Star Wars! If you’re not a dedicated fan, then you might not realize that the movies are released out of order. But we’ve got you covered! Here is… read more