The saying goes that the early bird gets the worm, but worms can actually be very bad for all of our pets, and not just dogs and cats. Worms can also affect reptiles, hamsters and birds. But what are worms… read more
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Pure Genius: Water Filters and Purifiers
It’s officially summer which means more time spent outside, and, of course, wading through sweltering Florida heat and thick humidity. Due to the rising temperatures, it’s important that we remember to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! According to experts at The National… read more
Learn More About Stand-Up Paddleboarding!
Stand-up Paddleboarding is a water activity that involves a board, a paddle and you! SUP has only become popular over the past 10 years or so, but it was originally started in Hawaii. It is typically described as a cross… read more
Discover the Power Behind Taking a Nap
We have all experienced that late afternoon slump. You start to lose focus, feel a bit groggy and need a little pick me up to get through the day. Taking a nap can not only give you an energy boost,… read more
Ted Talks: The Year of a Bodily Buffet!
A Little Bit of This, a Little Bit of That... I went into 2021 without a massive declaration — no dream race to run, no ideal weight I must hit (though that number has had a three-decade occupancy in my… read more
Get Back to Fitness Basics With These Moves
There are some fitness basics that are available anytime, anywhere. Incorporating these into the weekly routine can provide additional tools to help adapt for whatever surprises 2021 brings! The Department of Health and Human Services’ Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans… read more
What is Raw Water? Consume at Your Own Risk!
Water can’t be cooked, per se, but it can be treated, boiled and tested to monitor and remove harmful contaminants that can potentially make one very sick. Despite this information, some still choose to drink “raw water.” A 2017 New… read more
Happy AND Healthy Hour: How Moderate Alcohol Use Can Be Good for You
We know that a glass of wine after a long day can help to relax us, and long-term research has shown that drinking alcoholic beverages in moderation can actually be good for you, red wine in particular. A study conducted… read more
Burning Up: The Truth About Heartburn
Feeling the burn? If a wave of pain is rushing through your chest, it might not be coming from your heart. Those aches that feel like chest pain could actually be coming from somewhere else. Let's learn the truth about… read more
6 Ways to Improve Sleep Without Counting Sheep
A great night’s sleep doesn’t begin when your head hits the pillow — it starts when you get up in the morning. There are actually steps you can take throughout the day to improve sleep and wake up rested. Rise… read more
