While the brisk winter weather brings a nice break from the Florida humidity, it can wreak havoc on our lips. After exposure to the cold and wind, our lips are left cracked, peeling and chapped. But, there is no cause… read more
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Lead Poisoning: Protecting Children From this Toxic Foe
When people think of lead poisoning, they often think of stories about lead paint poisoning from homes built in the 1970s. In 2024, it is not necessarily high on the list of concerns for most. In an age where there… read more
The ABC’s of Acne: Causes and Prevention
According to the Mayo Clinic, the definition of acne is “a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne is most common among teenagers, though it affects… read more
Heart Health for Women
February is American Heart Month! A study done in 2020 by the American Heart Association (AHA) found that women are found to be at a higher risk for heart failure and heart attack death than men. Why is this? Let's… read more
Minimizing Exposure to Harmful Chemicals in Common products
Science has developed some ground-breaking products over the years that make life easier for us. However, some of these products hit the market only to find out later that they include chemicals that cause long-lasting impacts to both human health… read more
How Can Social Anxiety Hinder Our Children?
Around the stage of prepubescence and teenage years, some children can also experience various social and mental health conditions. Social anxiety disorder is one such condition and is described as an intense fear of social situations that may cause a… read more
Hey Moms! It’s Time to Put Yourself First
Parenting is one of the most rewarding experiences, but it can also be one of the most exhausting. Mothers are often the foundation of the household — making meals, cleaning, keeping up with extracurriculars and more. There is no debating… read more
8 Holiday Health Issues to Watch Out For
The holidays bring alternate schedules and longer to-do lists. While this time can be full of fun and excitement, it can also lead to additional stress and poor health choices. This holiday season, try these tips to avoid holiday health… read more
Embrace the Season with These Holiday Trends
This season, your beauty regime would not be complete without gorgeous swirls of rich reds, snowy whites and the refreshing scent of peppermint. We picked out our top nine beauty trends of the season just in time for the holidays.… read more
Tips to Prevent Chapped Lips in Cold Weather
Chapped lips are literally a pain during the winter season. We have so much fun spending time with loved ones, making gingerbread houses and opening gifts, but having chapped lips can make any of those activities less enjoyable when the… read more