With a red, rough outer skin, and a white, almost shiny surface beneath, lychee is a certainly a unique fruit. But what is lychee? Native to China, lychee’s cultivation dates back as far as 2,000 BC, but it was first… read more
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Cracking the Case on Knuckle Cracking
Whether it is to alleviate boredom, stress , stiffness, restlessness or simply due to habit, knuckle cracking seems to satisfy many. A study in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine reported that the behavior is often habitual… read more
Can Chicken Soup Help Fight Off a Cold?
Your nose is stuffy, your eyes are watering, your throat is scratchy, and all you want to do is stay in bed. You have a box of tissues on your nightstand, a full bottle of aspirin in the medicine cabinet… read more
How Often Should You Be Washing Your Hair?
You’ve probably heard it from your friends that you wash your hair too often. You’ve thrown out every excuse as to why you wash your hair on specific days of the week. But have you ever sat back and thought… read more
Fitness and Nutrition: The Magic Formula
Have you ever wondered whether your nutritional habits support your fitness routine and vice versa? Fitness and nutrition are closely linked. Whether you are looking to lose weight, add muscle, maintain weight, or just have optimal energy during and after… read more
5 Healthy Smoothie Add-Ins to Try This Week
Need a quick fix after an intense workout? Whipping up the perfect protein smoothie blend will boost your mood and fuel your tired muscles. If your smoothies aren’t satisfying your stomach and your body, you might want to try these… read more
Why Is It So Important to Eat a Healthy Breakfast?
We all know the old saying, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!” In my nutrition practice, I find close to 50% of patients are non-breakfast eaters. Some are adamant about their refusal to eat a healthy breakfast… read more
National Drink Wine Day: A Glass a Day Keeps the Doctor Away?
National Drink Wine Day is Feb. 18, and you no longer have to feel guilty about that glass of red wine at the end of a long day! Drinking red wine (in moderation, of course) is actually beneficial to your… read more
Local Spots to Workout in Gainesville (That Aren’t the Gym!)
Did you know that sunshine can stimulate your body to release the feel-good hormone serotonin? For many of us, our jobs require us to be inside all day, and it is amazing what a little fresh air can do for… read more
Make Valentine’s Day A Heart Healthy Holiday
Valentine’s Day is obviously healthy for your love life, but have you ever considered how it could be healthy for your heart? Feeling your heart flutter and soar when you see your significant other is definitely indicative of a healthy… read more
