The Perfect Choice For One And All—A Gift Of Health Freshen Up This Holiday Season With Florida Gift Fruit (NAPSA)—’Tis the season to be jolly! But the added time and expense that shopping adds to the season can sometimes lessen the good cheer. This year, add more cheer while finding theperfect gift for everyone on yourlist. Statistics show that American households purchase an average of 14 gifts during the holiday season. Adopting a gift-giving theme can help streamline the shopping process. Why not show friends and family you care with an affordable “gift of health,” something you can be sure they’ll appreciate? “Health and wellness is a terrific gift-giving theme, becauseit’s something everyone wants,” says Leah Ingram, gift-giving expert and author of “Gifts Anytime: How to Find the Perfect Present for Any Occasion.” “For example,a gift box of Florida citrus fruit comes in a wide array of prices to fit into any budget and provides any recipient on your list with a fresh, healthy alternative to holiday sweets while delivering a bundle of essential nutrients. This time of year, Florida oranges, tangerines and grapefruit can be a tasty snack, a healthy ingredient in holiday dishes, or even a beautiful centerpiece.” But foods are not the only healthy gifts you could consider: Think about a massage, a fitness balance ball or even a “free babysitting” certificate to give your loved ones some well-earned = respite from the holiday hustle and bustle. Whatever your gift-giving theme, Ingram suggests these tips: Make it From You: Adda personal touch, even when you’re ordering online. Continuing the gift fruit example, use the message section of your order form to tell them you're sendingthegift of “Florida sunshine” to remind them of a sunny day you spent togetherthis year. e Simplify to Satisfy: Consider a combined gift for a couple or family on your list. Start a tradition by ordering them a healthy “fruit of the month” subscription at www.pickFLA.com, or packaging your own health-themed gift basket with a little something for everyone. Your thoughtfulness will allow you to be jolly during the holiday season and bring smiles yearafter year.
