Earth Soup

Debbie Wright is the owner of the Green Room Café at 222 First Street N, Cocoa Beach featuring organic sandwiches, wraps, salads and smoothie with vegetarian, vegan and wheat- gluten-free options. Call 321-868-0203 or visit GreenRoomCafeCocoaBeach.com for a detailed menu. Read More »

Vegan Rugalach

Cynthia DeSiena is the owner of the Heavenly Bake Shoppe located at 7 Rosa L. Jones Dr., Cocoa Village. The shoppe specializes in wheat-free, gluten-free, vegan and organic breads and desserts. For more information call 321-305-6980 or 321-759-5986 or visit www.heavenlybakeshoppe.com. Read More »

Start Your Day with a Healthy Breakfast

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Not only does it give you energy to start a new day, but breakfast is linked to many health benefits, including weight control and improved performance. Breakfast helps you lower your levels of Ghrelin that is your hunger hormone in the morning. Read More »

What and Whys of a Living Will

A Living Will is your end-of-life health care mandate. No other legal document exists that will explicitly state your wishes when it comes to the decision of providing life prolonging treatment if you cannot provide such wishes on your own. Without such a document in place, deep emotional and legal problems can occur: You may be kept alive longer than you want — or let die before you want. Read More »

Surprising Facts about Osteoporosis

Many of us that are under the age of 60 may think that we don’t need to be concerned about osteoporosis – a common condition that results in weak and brittle bones – but the truth is, starting as early as our teens, our lifestyle choices will greatly affect our chances of getting this dangerous condition as we age. Read More »

Gorilla Juice

This light and delicious smoothie is a natural hydrator. Athletes find it gives them increased endurance, and improves their recovery time after a strenuous workout. Many drink it just because it tastes so good. Read More »

Meditation Made Easy: Simple Tips for Health, Happiness and Peace

Meditation can counteract the negative effects of acute and chronic stress, lower high blood pressure and help to bring the body back into balance. Here is how to start a regular practice. Read More »