Last month, we learned about thiamin, but also about the B vitamins as a group. Remember, the B vitamins work together in unison to help metabolize our nutrients. As we know, thiamin is a B vitamin, but how many others can you name? Okay, how many can you name besides B6 and B12? ;) Hint: there are EIGHT of them. B vitamins also include: riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, pantothenic acid, biotin, and vitamin B12. Today, let's tackle riboflavin (or vitamin B2). Like thai

Everyone knows water is important, but...do you know why it's important? Hint: It goes well beyond the simple answer of "hydration." Water plays a critical role in the body's functions, and without it, our bodies - to put it quite simply - stop working. Check out all that water does for us: - Acts as a universal solvent, dissolving many substances our cell's needs; - Lubricates and cushions our joints from shock and impact; - Carries many needed nutrients throughout the body;