Fruit is one of the healthiest foods on the planet and fruit baskets can easily provide you with a wonderful variety to choose from. It is no wonder that health experts continuously urge people to eat more fruits on a regular basis. Of course, their health benefits are not the…
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Continue ReadingThere is a reason why navel oranges are America’s favorite. The Florida Navel is a homegrown fruit that has its roots in the fertile soils of the Indian River region in Florida. With its tropical climate that is present year round, moderate rainfall and nutrient rich soil, this historic area…
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Continue ReadingLiving a healthy lifestyle has become a way of life for most Americans. We have learned that to stay healthy we need to eat food that is nutritious and exercise regularly. It is a good thing that the United States produces a variety of healthy foods. We can grow and…
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If you are enjoying a visit in Vero Beach, Florida, then one place you should not miss is The Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum. At the museum, you can revisit Vero Beach’s history and learn about the people who settled the area and founded the growing citrus fruit…
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Continue ReadingDid you ever wonder how citrus growers develop specific tastes in their fruit? Oranges come in a range of flavors; some are more sweet and juicy, while others are more acidic. It is important to maintain a balance when growing oranges to keep them from getting too acidic or without…
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The gift of food can be a great idea, especially when you just don?t know what to get for someone who has everything. With so many people watching what they eat, however, it can be hard to know what and where to buy the gifts. Fortunately, citrus gifts are a…
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Continue ReadingSometimes finding your favorite citrus fruits at a local grocery store can be challenging. Most grocery stores and produce markets only carry the basic citrus varieties, such as oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruits. However, if you are looking for something unique and less common, such as Florida Honeybells Oranges, you…
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Continue ReadingA Honeybell Orange is a hybrid-citrus that will have your mouth watering from the moment you set your eyes on it. However, this very rare and unique citrus is often difficult to find. Not all local grocery stores or produce markets carry this premium citrus fruit. Making it a bit…
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Florida Honeybell Oranges have a taste that far exceeds that of a regular orange – or any other type of citrus fruit for that matter. Honeybell Oranges from Florida are a hybrid variety of orange that are also sometimes known as the Honeybell Tangelo. Each year, people from all over…
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Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spend on holiday gifts this year you can choose gifts, like Florida gifts, that will make everything brighter and more cheerful for the holiday. This year instead of focusing on spending money try focusing on spending more time with your…