By Susan Talluto & Lorie Marrella, Owners

The beginning of a New Year is a time when we make many resolutions. Eating healthy is a popular goal so many people set year after year. In an effort to be healthier, we need to eat foods that physically make us feel better, mentally nourish our psyches, and socially feed our souls. Fruit can fit this bill.

Strawberries are heart-healthy and high in iron and vitamin C. Pineapples, kiwi, and melons are also high in Vitamin C. Grapes help to protect the heart as well as make our skin healthier.

It would then seem logical that eating fresh fruits would be a good idea. It would also make a perfect gift for a loved one or friend. The problem is that it’s not as easy as it may seem. It requires some good timing to allow fruits to get to their proper ripeness and then it can be quite time-consuming to cut the fresh produce. There is one company, however, that has mastered the art of the healthy fruit treat. They are in the business of selling FruitFlowers®.  

FruitFlowers® are not normal flowers. These “flowers” pack a punch when it comes to vitamins and nutrition, plus they warm your heart and force a smile. FruitFlowers® is the company that offers these unique and healthy treats. The bouquets are made of freshly cut fruit that can include red, ripe strawberries, sweet pineapples, succulent melons, luscious grapes, and delicious kiwi. This company’s delightful creations allow us to send a friend a juicy treat without the guilt of depleting their health status.

FruitFlowers® is also a tasty and healthy approach to Valentine’s Day! Traditions tell us that red roses are the signature gift of love. However, according to Lorie Marrella, owner of FruitFlowers® in Chester County and Delaware, times are changing! FruitFlowers® are the perfect alternative for Valentine’s Day. From pineapple “daisies” to strawberry “tulips,” cantaloupe and honeydew “leaves,” FruitFlowers® bouquets are a sweet treat – delicious, healthy and beautiful, a unique alternative to flowers.

“Today, there is a focus on the creativity and imagination that goes behind gifts”, Marella said. “It is creativity, in fact, that is a foundation of FruitFlowers®. We have over 30 different designs that we make by hand for our customers. The unique designs are popular gift-giving items throughout the year,” Marrella said, “but many people enjoy giving FruitFlowers® bouquets for Valentine’s Day.”

“It has become increasingly popular to give healthy alternatives to chocolates. FruitFlowers® is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift” she adds. “We took a ton of orders last Valentine’s Day, and we’re preparing to do at least 10% more this year”, says Marrella. “We are gearing up now for the big day. We expect even more people will try our great products this year!”

Our minds and spirits must also be fed to remain healthy. Death and funerals are a difficult and emotional part of life. Acknowledging your friends or relatives who are experiencing a loss is important. It is a meaningful moment in their life when you have food or flowers delivered to express your sympathy and concern during this time.

Unique for such occasions, and unbelievably appropriate and uplifting, is a lovely bouquet of edible FruitFlowers®. FruitFlowers® are in very good taste for families in mourning. The family is every bit as appreciative of the edible bouquet as they would be in receiving the standard funeral flowers, but they get a tasty treat that is tempting and unique as well. Another advantage to sending FruitFlowers® is that it serves as a conversation piece. There can be awkward moments of silence and this day-brightening edible bouquet can give them a moment of lightness at a very dark time. Funerals are difficult, but you can lift someone’s spirits with this mouthwatering creation. Of course, what’s most important is letting the person know that you care about their loss, regardless of what you send them.

The time to get serious about nutrition for the body, mind and soul is now. It may take a little effort, but the effort is well worth it in terms of health and longevity of years. We are fortunate to have a forward-thinking, health-conscious company such as FruitFlowers® around. We can be hopeful that America’s eating habits will get better and better with each passing year.

About FruitFlowers® – Headquartered in Philadelphia, the franchise corporation and its FruitFlowers® franchisees have been committed to providing the highest quality of sculpted fruit and vegetable bouquets, and customer service since 1984. For more information on FruitFlowers franchise opportunities, visit www.FruitFlowers.com or call 610-353-8702.