Americans eat approximately 300 million sandwiches daily, averaging one per person. From grilled cheese to gourmet, sandwiches are a staple of American cuisine. Celebrate your favorite sandwich on November 3rd for World Sandwich Day! DID YOU KNOW? *The largest sandwich on… read more
Lindsey Johnson
6 Creative Ideas for Leftover Pumpkins
Have a pumpkin or carved jack-o-lantern leftover from Halloween? Try these tips instead of throwing it away! According to Our Gardening Diary, of the 2.5 billion pumpkins produced annually, only about one-fifth gets reused after Halloween. The other 80% end… read more
Learn More About Pesticides: Is Our Food Safe?
Current agricultural practices incorporate pesticides to keep our fruits and vegetables safe against harmful pests, but just how safe are they for our family? Is our food safe? Let's learn more about pesticides. What is a Pesticide? According to the… read more
How to Keep Your Scalp Healthy
Skin is the largest organ of the body and subject to many causes of irritation. Just as we spend time, money and effort on taking care of our skin, we also need to take care of our scalp! Is it… read more
Eye Health for Kids at Every Stage
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. While many parents may not think twice about children's eyes unless there is a problem, optimal eye health starts before birth. Pregnancy Smoking while pregnant can increase the risk of prematurity. Besides… read more
High School Here We Come!
As you help your child prepare for high school, there are many things to consider in finding the perfect fit. Fortunately, Alachua County has many options for a great education and well-rounded experience. While evaluating your options, consider what parts… read more
Closet Clutter Cleaning: The Hanger Hack
Is your closet in need of a clean-up but you don’t know where to start? We have a simple solution for you! Set aside a few minutes and get your closet on the track to clean in no time! Rather… read more
When Your Baby Becomes a Legal Adult: What You Need to Know
In what feels like an overnight transition, our babies go from diapers to adulthood. How does it happen so fast? We’ve compiled a list of things you need to know as they approach their 18th birthday so you, and them,… read more
4 Additives to Remove From Your Diet
We all know that fresh is best when it comes to food. The more natural it is, the higher the likelihood our bodies can tolerate it. However, since World War II, our culture has ingrained processed foods into our daily… read more
Minus the Meat: Comparing Meatless Diets
For one reason or another, maybe you have considered giving up meat. You’ve heard of various ways you could eliminate pork, beef and poultry from your normal meal rotation but how do you know what method and lifestyle would work… read more