S4 E62 - Seasonal Gardening for Health: Cultivate Joy and Nourish Your Body with Caitlyn

In this episode we chat about the importance ofincorporating local, seasonal food into your diet and lifestyle for a healthier and happier life. Caitlyn shared her daily routine, emphasizing the joy she finds in gardening and being in contact with nature. Start  small, intentional shifts towards healthier habits, such as trying new, seasonal foods, visiting your farmers market, and asking questions about their ingredients. We can all take control of our health and wellbeing by making informed choices about what we eat and where we spend our time and money.Here are four simple ways to eat locally:Shop at Farmer's Markets: Visit your localfarmer's market to buy fresh produce directly from local farmers. Not only will you get to enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables at their peak flavor, but you'll also support local agriculture and reduce the carbon footprintassociated with long-distance transportation.Join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture):Consider joining a CSA program in your area where you can subscribe to receive a weekly or monthly box of fresh, seasonal produce directly from local farms. This not only ensures you get a variety of local produce but also helps farmers by providing them with a stable income.Grow Your Own Food: Start a small garden at home,whether it's in your backyard, on a balcony, or even indoors. Growing your own herbs, fruits, and vegetables allows you to enjoy the freshest produce possiblewhile reducing your reliance on grocery stores and industrial agriculture. Plus, gardening can be a rewarding and therapeutic activity for people of all ages.By incorporating these simple practices into your lifestyle,you can make a positive impact on your health (physical & mental), the environment, and your local community by supporting local farmers and businesses.If you live locally and want to have Caitlyn help you start a garden, do a class or just follow her journey for inspiration, you can find her here:Email: [email protected]: @growyoursoulWebsite: www.growyoursoul.blogWho is Caitlyn:Caitlyn Glatting, a proud Orlando native, has been cultivating vegetables in Central Florida for over a decade. A graduate of Rollins College, she has made significant contributions to UF/IFAS Extension local food systems initiatives and Farm to School efforts. With a Masters degree in Public Health, Caitlyn brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work, passionately connecting individuals with the origins of their food. Committed to expanding urban agriculture initiatives throughout greater Orlando, she continues to be a driving force in the community.----------------------------------------------------------------If you are looking for a group of like minded women and want a safe, non judgmental space to call your own, join the Live Life Balanced Podcast with Robin private group. You can talk authentically, ask questions, support others and feel supported in areas you need supporting in at the moment.Facebook Group ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1032889767680469⁠⁠⁠⁠ENM FB Group www.facebook.com/groups/363496373259634/Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/livelifebalancedwithrobin⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/livelifebalancedwithrobin/⁠⁠⁠⁠Email [email protected] www.livelifebalanacedwithrobin#livelifebalanced #wellness #podcasting #selfcare #1%shift #nonnegotiables #wellnesstips #wellnesstools #healthylifestyle #holistichealth #emptynestmama #breathe #smallshifts #createthelifeyoudesire #primaryfoods #secondaryfoods #wholefoods #cleaningredients #joy #homeliving #selflove