2008 stories of the year (The Gainesville Sun)

From a historic election to some economic hard times hitting home, from the Gators winning the SEC title to the passing of some local legends, 2008 brought its share of ups and downs.

Amanda Ursell: How healthy are 'vitamin' waters? (Times Online)

You may have noticed a growing number of functional water-based drinks in cool cabinets recently. Some are simply spring water with added fruits; others are ordinary water with nutrients and herbal extracts that promise everything from fabulous skin to detoxing and saving you from your hangover.

Growing like Germs (PezCycling News)

Hopefully, every Toolbox reader has become a fanatical hand-washer and nobody has succumbed to the ravages of flu season since our last article on immune function.

Multivitamins Benefits: Fact Or Fiction? (PIZZAHEROS)

Consuming a multivitamin is an easy and safe way to achieve several health benefits from many nutrients without having to take several pills everyday. In addition, the human body vitamins to function properly.