Health & Wellness

Running a marathon in the South Florida heat can be a really tricky challenge. Here are some of the best tips for what to wear to keep you looking and feeling cool during race day.

Race day tips Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Start slow. Conserving energy is critical in distance running. If there are a lot of runners, be patient. You’ll need the extra energy for later on in the race. Maintain a steady pace. Don’t run too fast or you’ll run out of steam. Find a pace that’s comfortable for you so that you don’t cramp or fatigue. Drink plenty of fluids. Before, during and after the race make sure you consume at least six to eight ounces of water or a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes to stay hydrated and keep your body cool, especially when running in hot weather.Read more about Race day tips

Beauty experts from the resort's luxury spas share recipes for indulgent homemade skin, hair, and lip treatments. 

A Guide to the Races Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2014-11-21 12:32 With race season right around the corner, here’s a list of the can’t-miss races from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.Read more about A Guide to the Races

Try these two recipes from Jules Aron's new book, "Zen and Tonic."

Delia Templin of DT Beauty in Stuart discusses the business of amplifying beauty with permanent makeup

Life lessons from a veteran nurse Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2014-04-25 10:27 Q: What do you love most about nursing? A: I’m a “people person.” I enjoy talking and listening to people and their stories. I love to see people laugh, and one of my gifts is “clowning.” Working as an oncology nurse, I developed a sense of responsibility toward the patients, not only to provide compassionate nursing care, but also to cheer them up. I’ve dressed up to go to work on holidays, decorated their rooms, told them jokes and even danced. Q: What is the most difficult aspect of caring for people?Read more about Life lessons from a veteran nurse

These fruit-infused water recipes will have you chugging, and reaping health benefits.

Seriously. It's easier than you think. 

There are plenty of fad diets and trends to staying in shape, but being healthy doesn’t have to be so difficult. Here are five simple tips to living a long, healthy life.

Nutrition tips for the novice runner Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2014-11-21 12:32 Fueling for a marathon: The body doesn’t need supplemental carbohydrates for exercise that is less than an hour long. But once runners get past that hour, supplemental calories become extremely important, Wittenberg says. The recommended calorie intake for a marathon is about 90 calories for every 40 to 50 minutes. What to eat:Read more about Nutrition tips for the novice runner

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Your body needs water to carry out all of its functions, but often we (especially South Floridians) don’t drink as much as we need. Local licensed dietitian Judy Llodra shares tips to keep us out of hot water.​

Dr. Ken Winnard of OneLife Health and Performance reveals how to “juice” safely and reap the benefits of the healthy and refreshing beverage

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Beating the clock Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2015-03-31 22:41 Q: What do hormone treatments do? A: If the male is deficient in testosterone, we’ll treat to get their levels back to a normal range. And usually the thing that’s going to [be affected] is their mood. It helps with their depression; it helps with their drive. It helps with their energy level. It helps with sexual dysfunction. It basically gives them a better overall sense of well being, and it also helps in aiding metabolism, building muscle and burning fat.Read more about Beating the clock

Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Prep Time 30 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Servings 5 Ingredients: 1 pound chicken 1 large head broccoli 1 onion 5 cloves garlic 2 inches ginger 1 heaping tablespoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 tablespoons butter 1 lemon Directions: 1. Slice the onions and the chicken into strips. Cut the broccoli into bite-size chunks. 2. Mince the garlic and ginger together into a chunky paste.Read more about Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

The Swing of Things Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Wed, 2014-02-19 09:32 What is TPI? The Titleist Performance Institute’s method educates golfers and fitness instructors on the relationship between body function and the swing. How does it work?Read more about The Swing of Things

Flu season update Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2014-11-21 12:32 Good news for parents and children who hate needles and flu shots: Starting this year, health officials recommend that healthy kids ages 2 to 8 get the nasal spray flu vaccine instead of flu shots. Officials say that the nasal spray vaccine works better, and that using the spray instead of the needle may result in more kids getting the flu vaccine.Read more about Flu season update

C’est La Vegan Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2015-03-31 22:41 The Tabuleh Café Located inside the gluten-free and organic grocery store Planet Ozone, the Tabuleh Café serves natural and nutritious food from all around the world. The all-vegan Veggie Platter, which includes hummus, falafel, stuffed grape leaves, tabuleh and baba ghannouj, is its best-seller – made-to-order and served fresh daily by Head Chef Muhammad Hussein; 1601 SE Federal Highway, Stuart; 772.403.2199 The Green Wave CaféRead more about C’est La Vegan