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Bacteria is typically something we don’t want in our bodies. But did you know that there are trillions of different “good” bacteria in our guts? It’s what fights bad bacteria, keeps us healthy and also aids in digestion. In fact, not having enough of these different kinds of good bacteria are linked to many chronic…

In a world full of sugary beverages, one of the better beverage choices you can make is to drink tea. Traditional medicine has long touted tea as an essential component of a healthy diet and modern medicine backs-up this claim.  Studies have linked the flavonoids in tea to reduced rates of cancer, heart disease, and…

If you have children, head lice is just part of life. This parasite is commonly transferred from child to child in schools and day care facilities. While infestations are a pain, head lice do not transmit diseases. “If your kids get lice, you shouldn’t feel ashamed,” says Dr. Maria Cannarozzi, Medical Director of UCF Health.…

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases treated per year. Basal cell and squamous cell – two of the most common types of skin cancer — are also the most curable and preventable. The most preventable cause of skin cancer is UV (ultraviolet) light exposure. This…

Fall and the school year can bring an increase in colds and other respiratory ills for you and your kids. And when someone in the family is sick, it’s easy to call the doctor and beg for antibiotics. But beware. Every bug doesn’t need an antibiotic. In fact, the overuse and improper use of antibiotics…

Pumpkins are a mainstay of fall decorating, but they’re also a great health food. So while you’re carving them into ghoulish faces for Halloween, think about adding this nutritionally dense food to your meal plan. These orange plants are one of the best sources of beta-carotene and antioxidants. In addition, one cup of cooked pumpkin…