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PERSONALIZE YOUR PLATE NEW SPRINGHILL SUITES OPENS IN LAKE NONA ON BOGGY CREEK ROAD
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PERSONALIZE YOUR PLATE BY A ND R E A N. M A D R A ZO
Giselle M. Diaz-Luquis, Registered Dietitian, is here to
remind you to Personalize your Plate. What does this mean you might ask? Put simply, it is supporting the philosophy that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and health. Pick the healthy foods that you
enjoy to keep your plate full of healthy but delicious bites! Bon Appétit!
Carhen Espinosa, Dietitian, challenges you to vary your diet. Vary your diet by choosing nutrient-dense foods
daily that represent the 5 basic food groups —Aim to Select:
• 1 brightly colored whole fruits • 2 dazzlingly colored vegetables [& yes, include those potatoes too]
• 3 whole grains [give oatmeal, quinoa, millet, brown rice or whole wheat bread a try]
• 4 fat-free milk, yogurt or calcium fortified soymilk • 5 lean protein-rich foods or plant-based proteins
[fish, beans, peas, lentils, soy products, eggs lean meats and poultry]
• Although not a food group -be sure to not forget about healthy fats and oils -they are a major source of essential fatty acids and vitamin E.
Remember to start with small changes and most importantly, select healthier choices that you can enjoy!
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Get your Nutrition on with Registered Dietitian Simone Canty What is Personalizing Your Plate really all about? Your plate should be a nutritious reflection of your cultural food preferences. The key is tailoring your favorite cultural foods to meet your nutritional needs. Ms. Canty reveals her secrets:
• Make 1/2 of your plate fruits and vegetables
Choose fresh, frozen, dried, or canned fruits and vegetables and prepare them to your liking —whether that ma be steamed, sautéed, roasted or raw.
• Make 1/2 of your plate grains whole grains
Look for whole grains listed first on the ingredient lists —for example, whole wheat flour
• Vary your protien choicees
Mix up your protein foods to include lean meats, beans, seafood, peas, lentils, nuts, seeds, soy products, eggs or even give meatless meals a try!
• Move to low fat or fat-free dairy products
Replace whole milk containing dairy product with lower fat or fat-free version —Try 1% milk or skim milk versus whole milk.
• Choose foods and beverages with less added sugars, sodium & Saturated Fat Drink more water versus soft drinks or try unsalted potato chips for a snack.
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NEW SPRINGHILL SUITES OPENS
IN LAKE NONA ON BOGGY CREEK ROAD Orlando, Fla. – (April 15, 2021) – SpringHill Suites Lake Nona is
Thoughtfully designed, each of the hotel’s 153 suites provide
now open. Located on the northwest corner of Lake Nona
distinct areas for working, sleeping and relaxing with
Blvd. and Boggy Creek Rd. just south of Orlando International
enhanced, modern amenities and a hand-picked selection
Airport, the 153-room, all-suite hotel blends design and
of West Elm furniture. Guestrooms include a mini fridge,
functionality with modern amenities to keep guests refreshed
microwave, 42” smart television, desk and couch with a
and connected. For reservations, visit www.marriott.com/
moveable trundle bed. The hotel is also the first SpringHill
MCOSN.
Suites to feature vinyl flooring in each guestroom making the floors easier to clean.
“We’re so excited to be open and provide an additional hotel option for the area and airport travelers,” said SpringHill Suites
Located within the Lake Nona Creekside shopping center,
Lake Nona General Manager Gregg Joyal. “Whether you’re
hotel guests have walkable access to a variety of food,
staying with us for a week or just a night, we hope your stay in
beverage and grocery options including Publix, 7-Eleven,
Lake Nona is welcoming, convenient, and restorative.”
and Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria, among others. SpringHill Suites guests are also minutes from dining and
Guests enter through the spacious main lobby and are
entertainment options located down the street in the Lake
instantly greeted by a collection of custom works of art
Nona Town Center, featuring Boxi Park, Chroma Modern Bar
inspired by the natural Florida landscape surrounding the
+ Kitchen, Park Pizza & Brewing Co., and Bosphorous.
hotel. The pieces featured throughout the property and in each guestroom were created specifically for the hotel
SpringHill Suites is the third Lake Nona hotel project to open in
by local artist Carissa Bloemeke. The hotel also features a
addition to the dual-branded Residence Inn and Courtyard
variety of new health features, including a UV light air filtration
by Marriott bringing Lake Nona’s total hotel room count to
system and a limited amount of soft surfaces and fabrics to
356. This fall, the 234-room Lake Nona Wave Hotel will open in
reduce the spread of germs.
the Lake Nona Town Center.
In addition to flexible spaces for working, meeting, and
SpringHill Suites Lake Nona is open now at 13700 Boggy
relaxing, the main floor also features a grab-and-go
Creek Rd, Orlando, Florida 32827. For reservations and more
market, fitness center appointed with the latest Technogym
information, call 407-313-3012 or visit www.marriott.com/
equipment, two private meeting rooms with joint capacity
MCOSN.
for up to 100 guests, and an outdoor pool. Guests also have access to a complimentary hot breakfast buffet every morning and an onsite laundry facility.
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PHOTO #1 - National Volunteer Appreciation Week at the Orlando VA PHOTO #2 - Saint Cloud Chamber Ambassadors Meeting at Wild Florida PHOTO #3 - “On Cloud Wine” at Chroma Lake Nona PHOTO #4 - Boxi Park Playdates PHOTO #5 - Chief Weaver and Engineer McCrystal joined in the “Fight For Air Stair Climb” sponsored by the American Lung Association in bringing awareness to lung disease and the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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FEATURED PROPERTY Laureate Park
9475 SAMUELSON CT, ORLANDO, FL 32827 5 BED • 4.5 BATH • 4061 SQ FT • Chris Pixley 352.267.4244 Katherine Rivas 407.476.0476
This gorgeous 5 Bed- 4.5 Bath Home features a Resort Style Pool and Backyard in the highly sought after community of Laureate Park in Lake Nona! Previously a Long Boat Model Home for David Weekley, this home features TOP OF THE LINE FINISHES throughout with TONS OF UPGRADES! Upgrades include Whole House Audio System, Solar Panel System, Custom Trim/Crown Molding throughout, Upgraded Lighting throughout and much more!
656 N Pine Ave, Oviedo, FL 32765 3 BED • 2 BATH • 2172 SQ FT • FLORIDA ROOM Tony Battistella 321.239.4437
7824 Holiday Isle Dr, Unit #301, Belle Isle, FL 32812 3 BED • 2 BATH • 1706 SQ FT • LAKEFRONT Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
11925 Bianca Ln, Orlando, FL 32827 3 BED • 2 BATH • 1697 SQ FT • TOWNHOME Keith Race 407.476.0476
5644 Parkview Lake Dr, Orlando, FL 32821 3 BED • 2.5 BATH • 1952 SQ FT • PARKVIEW NORTH Haji Shimabukuro 407.435.1910
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4 BED • 3 BATH • 1512 SQ FT • GATED
Lourdes Valdes 407/.234.1955
1232 Castlehawk Ln, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 5 BED • 5/2 BATH • 6239 SQ FT • CUSTOM HOME Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
2625 Narcoossee Rd, Saint Cloud, FL 34771 5 BED • 6 BATH • 6000+ SQ FT • CUSTOM POOL HOME Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
11837 Padua Ln, Orlando, FL 32827 4 BED • 3 BATH • 3420 SQ FT • VILLAGEWALK Stephen Novacki 786.280.3588
4144 Bald Eagle Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34746 3 BED • 2 BATH • 1448 SQ FT • NEW ROOF & PLUMBING Katherine Rivas 407.797.4165
10528 Kirby Smith Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 2 BED • 2 BATH • 2828 SQ FT • LAKE WHIPPOORWILL Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
5 Dorset Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34758 4 BED • 3 BATH • 1512 SQ FT • REMODELED Ryan Smith 407.616.3301
1360 S Lyndell Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741 3 BED • 4.5 BATH • 2464 SQ FT • NEWLY RENOVATED Kelly Moe 407.791.9180
2326 Caravelle Cir, Kissimmee, FL 34746
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FEATURE PROPERTY BellaNona
10830 LAGO BELLA DR, ORLANDO, FL 32832 4 BED • 3.5 BATH • 3776 SQ FT LAKE NONA Chris Pixley 352.267.4244 Monica Ferraro 407.222.3488 Katherine Rivas 407.476.0476
Stunning Mediterranean inspired Custom-Built Estate Home masterfully constructed by renowned builder Arthur Rutenberg Homes! Situated on a 1.36 acre lakefront lot, this magnificently designed home showcases a large open and bright floorplan offering unobstructed water/lake views from almost every part of the home.
2590 The Oaks Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746 4 BED • 2.5 BATH • 3384 SQ FT • POOL HOME Ryan Smith 407.616.3301
955 Minnesota Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 3 BED • 1 BATH • 1349 SQ FT • UPGRADES Lourdes Valdes 407.234.1955
1418 Thunderbird Rd, Davenport, FL 33896 9 BED • 5 BATH • 3905 SQ FT • FURNISHED Margarete Grespan 407-443-9229
1381 S Lyndell Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741 4 BED • 3 BATH • 2956 SQ FT • CORNER LOT Kelly Moe 407.791.9180
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11806 Padua Ln, Orlando, FL 32827 4 BED • 3.5 BATH • 3053 SQ FT • POOL HOME Laura Alves 407.496.7616
8735 Coco Plum Place, Orlando, Florida 32827 3 BED • 2 BATH • 1861 SQ FT • PARK VIEW Laura Alves 407.496.7616
10419 Tyson Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 1 BED • 1 BATH • 612 SQ FT • LAKEFRONT Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
2008 Pirie Pl, Saint Cloud, FL 34769 4 BED • 3 BATH • 2300 SQ FT • NEW CUSTOM HOME Kelly Moe 407.791.9180
10528 Kirby Smith Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 2 BED • 2 BATH • 2828 SQ FT • 4 +/- ACRES LAKEFRONT Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
2996 Monica Ter, Kissimmee, FL 34744 4 BED • 2/1 BATH • 3265 SQ FT • POOL HOME John Dilullo 407-709-0332
2534 Sage Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34758 4 BED • 2 BATH • 1745 SQ FT • WATER VIEW Katherine Rivas 407.797.4165
9609 Moss Rose Way, Orlando FL 32832 6 BED • 4 BATH • 2436 SQ FT • EAST PARK Lourdes Valdes 407.234.1955
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13479 Granger Avenue, Orlando, FL 32827 3 BED • 2 BATH • LAUREATE PARK • $2195 Keith Race 407.476.0476
8620 Elder Lane, Orlando, FL 32827 4 BED • 3 BATH • VILLAGEWALK • $2225 Sabina Chincoli 407.492.2832
3725 Brighton Park Circle, Orlando, FL 32812 3 BED • 2.5 BATH • FURNISHED • $1995 Keith Race 407.476.0476
3419 Feathergrass Court, Harmony, FL 34773 4 BED • 2 BATH • POND VIEW • $1950 Lisiana Dutka 407.717.3427
5373 Majestic Island Circle, Saint Cloud, FL 34771 2 BED • 2 BATH • MAJESTIC OAKS • $1650 Keith Race 407.476.0476
2222 San Vittorino Circle, Apt. #104, Kissimmee, FL 34741 3 BED • 2 BATH • GATED • $1450 Keith Race 407.476.0476
660 Jasmine Road, Casselberry, FL 32707 2 BED • 1 BATH • NEW FLOORING • $1195 Keith Race 407.476.0476
2476 Tahoe Circle, Winter Park, FL 32792 3 BED • 2.5 BATH • UPDATED • $1650 Keith Race 407.476.0476
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3500 Harmony Square Dr W, Harmony, FL 34773 6,000 sq. ft. +/- • Office Space Chris Pixley 352.267.4244 Great opportunity to lease 6,000+/- Sqft of Office Space in the heart of Harmony! The subject property was previously used as an information center for the community and features a very nice build-out throughout. The building’s floorplan offers opportunities for many different uses as well and features two kitchen/break rooms. Call today for more information!
FEATURE PROPERTY Harmony
1118 S. Orange Ave Units 203 & 205 Orlando, FL 32806
Turnkey Medical Office • 2,181SF (Unit 205) & 522SF (Unit 203)
Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
0 Holts Lake Ct, Apopka, FL 34703 5,000sf-14,950sf • New Industrial Warehouse Buildings Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
10411 Tyson Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 13.83 +/- Acres • Lake Nona Area • Lakefront Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
Moss Park Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 61 +/- Acres • Lakefront • Lake Nona Area Richie Frucci 321.303.6726
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