Coffee and tea could have some local competition. A University of Florida study says a native holly tree called yaupon can be used to make a drink similar to green tea. ...more

July 11, 2009

PRODUCT REVIEW: Mega-T Green Tea Gum; available at Albertsons, Eckerd, Kmart, Wal-Mart and Publix; $2.99 for 12 pieces. ...more

May 23, 2009

Tell your "regular" green tea to make room for the king of green teas, matcha. ...more

March 19, 2009

If you feel tired, lethargic or unmotivated during the day, try these pick-me-up tips from GoodElements.com. ...more

March 14, 2009

Tampa Bay area men with a certain prostate condition are being recruited for a National Cancer Institute study. ...more

December 20, 2008

Airbrush refining eye cream with emu oil; available at dremu.com and by calling 1-800-373-4011; $58. ...more

November 29, 2008

Arizona All Natural Tea Powdered Iced Tea Stix Available at major supermarkets; $2.99-$3.99 for a box of 10 ...more

November 22, 2008

PLANT CITY The city's newest hotel will open in time for the big game. Shaner Hotels recently announced that its 87-room Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites will open Jan. 12 at 4307 Sterling Commerce Drive, near the Interstate 4 and County Line Road interchange. Super Bowl XLIII is Feb. 1 at Tampa's Raymond James Stadium. ...more

November 11, 2008

Dr. Fresh Baby Firefly Step 1 Toothbrush, $1.99 at Babies R Us or at www.just4teeth.com. ...more

October 11, 2008

At the beginning of 2007, I was recovering from having my left triceps reattached to my elbow. I had been a competitive weightlifter for 47 years. Since I was already weak, I decided I might as well lose some weight and make a comeback in a lower weight class. ...more

October 9, 2008