There are all sorts of addictions people wrestle with in life. Top experts join Gayle Guyardo, the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show, Bloom, with more on what indulging in vices does to the brain, including steps to overcome addiction.

BLOOM is Tampa Bay’s only daily 1-hour TV show focusing on health & lifestyle. BLOOM covers the topics of health & medicine, nutrition, fitness, beauty, wellness, kids’ health, sports medicine, holistic healing, mental health, relationships, women’s health, financial health and pet health. From THE DOCTOR IS IN segment featuring a doctor of the day to our RED CARPET TREATMENT showcasing the latest cosmetic procedures BLOOM offers viewers the latest news and information on health and medicine. Join host Gayle Guyardo weekdays at 2:00pm only on WFLA News Channel 8 -- with an encore broadcast late night 3:00am. Tune into BLOOM and watch your life grow!

Meet the host of the daily health & lifestyle TV show BLOOM airing only on WFLA News Channel 8 — Gayle Guyardo, a Tampa native and longtime news anchor and journalist for 26 years. Gayle has dedicated much of her 28 years at WFLA to highlighting breakthrough medical treatments, holistic healing trends, scientific weight loss and fitness trends. Gayle is the proud mom of four daughters, and her loving husband Mark is also a Tampa native who grew up just blocks away from Gayle. As a 3rd generation “Tampanian” Gayle’s passion throughout her tenure at WFLA has been shining the spotlight on Tampa business and seeing firsthand Tampa Bay Bloom!

January 30, 2025

Test your rhythm skills with cardio drumming! Mary Elise Dean, a cardio drumming instructor, recently joined Gayle Guyardo the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to show us how you can stay with the beat while doing this exercise.

Get moving! As Genna Durante, the CEO and founder of Bandz N' Booty joins Gayle Guyardo on the globally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to show you ways you can get your dream glutes.

In Spring of 2025, Busch Gardens will be opening a new attraction in the 'Jungala' section of the park.

AARP's latest cover girl is... Drew Barrymore. The beloved actress celebrates her milestone on the air with other 50-plus celebs. Also commemorating a milestone: YouTube, which started 20 years ago. We look back on the most memorable videos.

Food stylist Kristina Rice shares her recipe for Chicken Pot Pie and bite-size versions using budget-friendly ingredients we all have at the ready and leftovers. Quick, easy and inexpensive, it's a perfect addition to the weeknight dinner menu.

Comedian Alexis Gay, cast of 'Dog Man' | Daytime

Tampa City Council is receiving a report on the water systems after some neighborhoods in Zone X, or no flood zones, flooded during Hurricane Milton.

Recovery efforts continue after 28 people were recovered from Potomac River

Multiple TPA flights to DCA cancelled following deadly plane crash

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U.S. Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna is fighting for FEMA to waive its 50% rule.

Noticias Tampa Hoy es el noticiero en español de WFLA News Channel 8 el cual brinda una nueva opción de noticias locales para los televidentes hispanos en el área de la Bahía de Tampa.