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Cash In on the Health Benefits of Freshly Picked Florida Blueberries In case you haven’t heard, we’re in the heart of Florida blueberry season. From March to May, a bountiful harvest of these tasty little berries grown right here in Florida is available in grocery stores, farmers markets, and u-picks across the area. And that […]

Senior Solutions: One-Pot Meals Make Prep & Cleanup Easy by RYAN MILEJCZAK A hearty, fulfilling meal might be the golden standard, but lengthy preparation time and a slew of dishes to clean up afterward can make mealtime daunting, especially for seniors with limited mobility and those who live alone.  That’s where one-pot meals come into

Tasty Treats You Can Actually Share With Your Furry Best Friend by RYAN MILEJCZAK If there’s one thing humans and their dogs have in common, it’s that we both love a tasty treat. Unfortunately, most of the treats that humans enjoy are bad news for dogs.  In some cases, common ingredients that are safe for

by RYAN MILEJCZAK Your heart is the engine of your body, and it’s one of the most important organs in your body when it comes to maintaining good health. One of the cornerstones of heart health is your diet, and while there are a variety of heart healthy foods, some stand above the rest; these

Warm Citrus Drinks to Fire Up Your Immune System by RYAN MILEJCZAK Flu season peaks between December and February, meaning that right now is the time to focus on boosting your immune system. One of the best defenses against winter illness is also one of Florida’s signature products — citrus! “An 8 ounce serving of

Stay on the Nice List This Year With These Not-So-Naughty Treats by RYAN MILECZAK The holidays are a time full of temptation for anyone trying to eat healthy. All it takes is a single “just one can’t hurt” and before you know it, you’ve secured your place on the naughty list. But what if you

Healthy Substitutions to Make Thanksgiving Dinner Less of a Guilty Pleasure by RYAN MILEJCZAK Perhaps the most exciting meal of the entire year is the Thanksgiving feast. There’s nothing better than loading up your plate with turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and all the Thanksgiving classics. But this hearty meal isn’t always the healthiest option,

These Classic Fall Flavors Deserve a Bit of the Spotlight by RYAN MILEJCZAK Fall is here, and that means it’s time for fall flavors. It’s hard to deny that the king of fall is the ubiquitous pumpkin spice, but there are plenty more delicious flavors to enjoy during the autumn season.  If you’re looking for

Prepare the Night Before to Get the Kids Out the Door by RYAN MILEJCZAK So the kids are back in school and you need a quick and healthy breakfast hack to set them up for success, right? But in all the chaos of getting ready for school, how can you find time for a hearty,

Cozy Comfort Food Without All the Calories Comfort food is the perfect pick me up when you’re feeling down (or just feeling like you deserve a treat), but comfort food is rarely healthy food. These meals are commonly very high in calories and loaded with fats and carbs. Since this is our Mental Health edition,