Most people think of oranges when they hear that citrus fruit is full of healthy vitamins and minerals but grapefruit is also a great addition to a healthy diet. Grapefruit can be sweet or tangy depending on what type of grapefruit you eat. Ruby Red grapefruit is a little more…
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The harvesting of Florida’s Honeybell oranges is such a small period of time. grove owners and buyers alike eagerly await its arrival all year round. The hard work put into producing and harvesting one of the sweetest citrus fruits on the market is well worth the effort. The special care…
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If you draw a line across the state of Florida from Tampa, or more specifically the lower part of Hillsborough Country to the Atlantic coast you will find the County of Indian River, created in 1925 and named after the Indian River Lagoon that takes up just shy of one…
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This year surprise your valentine with the gift of Indian River fruit. Indian River fruit is a great alternative to candy or flowers, both of which can be very expensive around Valentines Day. Indian River fruit is delicious, healthy, and so affordable that no matter what your budget is you’ll…
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What’s your most important priority? Can you easily identify what ranks as the most crucial point of focus in your entire life? If you are like most people your health is the most important thing in your life. Health brings vitality and energy to your day to day living, it…
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Flowers are popular gifts but giving fruit baskets is a nice alternative to giving flowers. The recipient will be thrilled by your innovative gift. Edible fruit baskets are wonderful gifting for any occasion. Fruit baskets are also ideal gifts for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Unique gift…
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When you have friends or family members who are not feeling well or have been in the hospital due to illness or surgery sending a basket of fruit is the perfect way to let them know you’re thinking of them and want them to get better. Bright and cheerful citrus…
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For many people, summer just isn’t complete without delicious tasting sweet mountain Bing cherries. These ruby orbs are typically harvested from mid-June to mid-August and seem to perfectly compliment the lazy tempo of summer. The majority of Bing cherries grown in the United States are from Washington. However, other states…
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Americans didn’t pay much mind to their waistlines until the 1970s. This was the decade that introduced us to health clubs, diets, and morning exercise routines. It is surprising then that the obesity epidemic began shortly thereafter. Between 1980 and 1990, the number of obese Americans skyrocketed, doubling in adults…
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If you are looking for a unique gift to give your friends and loved ones, or if you want to make some delicious natural sweet treats that you can enjoy without feeling guilty use delicious Florida oranges to create candied orange peels. You can use all sorts of citrus fruits,…