Blog: How Does Your Gut Microbiome Impact Your Overall Health?

The bacteria and other microbes in your gut help you digest food and may support immune, heart, and brain health, among other benefits.

Your body is full of trillions of bacteria, viruses and fungi. They are collectively known as the microbiome.

While some bacteria are associated with disease, others are actually extremely important for your immune system, heart, weight and many other aspects of health.

This article serves as a guide to the gut microbiome and explains why it’s so important for your health.

Read More about GUT MICROBIOME IMPACT

Recognition from Admiral Alvin Holsey / Commanding General of U.S. Southern Command.

What a great surpise today while holding our monthly Cast Off 22/ Fishing Friday event at U.S. Southern Command to receive a hand written note from Admiral Holsey. For a 4 Star General to take time out of his busy schedule to recognize Mark and Bill both with Thank You notes is a great Honor.

Founder Mark Pinilla Featured in Wealth Stream News

Our very owner Mark Pinilla was featured in Wealth Stream News from the Hispanic Wealth Project.

Mark Pinilla: A lifetime of Service and Leadership

Mark Pinilla has spent nearly three decades making an impact in real estate, property management, and community service. Overseeing more than 250 properties across South Florida, he has built a reputation for professionalism, trustworthiness, and a steadfast commitment to serving both clients and tenants. But his contributions go far beyond property management.

As the cofounder of Vet Info, LLC, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting U.S. veterans, Mark has shown a deep passion for advocacy, education, and empowerment. His leadership extends to training and mentoring professionals through his role as a NAHREP 10 Certified Trainer, where he champions financial literacy and wealth-building within Hispanic communities.

Mark’s journey has been marked by an unwavering dedication to uplifting others—whether it is through helping tenants find homes, creating opportunities for fellow professionals, or advocating for veterans’ well-being. A natural educator and leader, he’s inspired countless individuals to achieve financial independence and build stronger communities.

We asked Mark five questions to get a deeper look into his mission, values, and vision for the future.

Read the full article here.

Bass Pro Shops Miami

Receiving a grant from Bass Pro to get supplies for fishing trips with military veterans.

Real Estate Trainings

Mark teaches Realtors on lease contracts, Service & Support Animals, and the NAHREP 10 Disciplines for Sustainable Generational Wealth.

Young Marine Ceremony

The mother of PFC Bruce W. Carter, USMC – Georgie Carter Krell – The Miami VA hospital is named after her son.

Vamos a Pescar

A yearly event held at Tropical Park to help families learn to fish.

Additional Resources for Mark Pinilla:
Get more information on Property Management
Get more information on Real Estate
Get more information on Speaking Engagements

Fishing Friday July 2024 at U.S. Southern Command

As part of the Vet Info program Cast Off 22 ( Fishing Friday ) which we hold the third Friday of each month at U.S. Southern Command to provide a few hours of stress relief. During this event we have Veterans, Active-Duty and family members come out to enjoy the day with Vet Info Volunteers and Bass Pro – Pro Staff Capt. Bill Watts. We want to thank those support of Vet Info and we look forward to a great continued partnership/sponsorship of our Veteran focused program.  . 

Event – Fishing Friday
Location – U.S. Southern Command – Doral Florida
Participants – Veterans, Active Duty and family members
Largest fish this event – 5.29 lbs.  – picture 1000022125
Sponsors – Vet Info Volunteer Director Isabel Pinilla / Bass Pro Shops Capt. Bill Watts / Headquarters Toyota / U.S. Southern Command / U.S. Southern Command Garrison
Equipment – All rods and reels are Bass Pro Shops brands – Carbonlite combo, Stampede, Tourn. Special

Bill

Pro Staff Bass Pro Shops – Miami

Publix Super Market at Doral Isle Fundraiser

📣 Join us at Publix in Doral Isle on 10755 NW 58th Street, Doral FL 33178, on May 19th and 26th from 12 pm to 3 pm for a special fundraiser! We are raising funds to help improve the quality of life for our military veterans. Your donations will support fishing, boating, and kayaking programs, provide scholarships for veteran families, and bring awareness to the overwhelming issue of 22 veteran suicides a day.

We do so much more to help our veterans, from community events to hygiene supply drives. Every dollar counts and makes a difference. Let’s show our veterans the support and appreciation they deserve. Come out, meet the team, and contribute to this important cause. Together, we can make a positive impact!

If you cannot make it, and would like to share, you can go to the donate page or scan the Zelle QR code to the right.

Vet Info is a local Doral, FL 501(c)(3) serving the veteran community.

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Every day is Veteran’s Day

Today we celebrate the sacrifices made by Veterans. But do we really understand the sacrifice? Can it really be summed up in one day of remembrance?

How do we console the family members who do not get to see their beloved Veterans anymore? How do we make up for missed births, birthdays, dance recitals, swimming competitions, school debates, anniversaries, and so much more? What about the first steps or first words of a baby? How do we only remember for one day that we are losing more than 22 veterans per day? How do we count the days of a soldier who has not been found or returned home?

Can we really celebrate for one day the daily pain many Veterans face due to their unwavering service to our country? Agent Orange and burn pit side effects, lost limbs, and mental health does not rest for 364 days until the next Veteran’s Day.

As we honor our Veteran heroes, we must not honor them for only one day. We must honor the never-ending pain and struggles they confront daily.

No Veteran Left Behind, Conflict, Does Not End on the Battlefield!