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Reduce Food Waste: 10 Ways to Use Rotisserie Chicken

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
March 1, 2024

Why reduce food waste? This simple procedure can save you money and help the environment. It takes the farming and agriculture industry a lot of time and resources to grow/raise, produce, and bring food to your table. It is economical to ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Chicken Is A Source Of Protein, Food Safety, How Can I Reduce Food Waste?, MyPlate Nutrition, Recipes For Using Cooked Chicken, Reduce Food Waste, Save Money
Five members of Dr. Montazeri's lab stand in front of a wooden wall, agricultural water | Food Science and Human Nutrition UF/IFAS

The Threat of Enteric Viruses in Agricultural Water

by Jessie ErwinAvatar photo
February 26, 2024

We are pleased to introduce Yusuf Nuradeen, a food science master's degree student and the latest guest in our FSHN Research Journeys series, which follows graduate students' research in the Food Science and Human Nutrition program at The ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Food Safety, Work & Life
Tags: Agricultural Water, Dr. Naim Montazeri, Food Safety, Food Science, Food-science-research, FSHN Research Journeys, Masters Student, Masters Student Research, Masters-research, Norovirus, Norovirus Contamination, Research Journeys, Research-journeys-food-science, Research-journeys-food-science-ms, Yusuf Nuradeen
Members of the FSHN Department do the Gator Chomp at an IFT Florida event, in a large carpeted room, oysters | Food Science and Human Nutrition UF/IFAS

Microscopic Marvels: Exploring Thermal Dynamics and Norovirus Inactivation in Oysters

by Jessie ErwinAvatar photo
February 19, 2024

Welcome back to our FSHN Research Journeys series, which follows graduate students' research in the Food Science and Human Nutrition program at The University of Florida. In this article, first-year food science master's degree student Nalanda ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Dr. Andrew MacIntosh, Dr. Naim Montazeri, Food Science, Food-science-research, FSHN Research Journeys, Masters Student, Masters Student Research, Masters-research, Nalanda Doddi, Norovirus, Oysters, Research Journeys, Research-journeys-food-science, Research-journeys-food-science-ms

Preserving Strawberries: A Guide to Freezing

by Melanie ThomasAvatar photo
February 16, 2024

As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Food Preservation, Food Safety, Freezing Fruit, Strawberries
multiple fruits and vegetables in many colors with heart bowls filled with herbs and spices

Heart-Healthy Foods for Valentine’s Day: Love Your Heart!

by Elizabeth ShephardAvatar photo
February 7, 2024

Valentine's Day! A day full of love, hugs, and... chocolates? Well, this year we're giving a twist to the Valentine's menu. Instead of the regular heart-shaped candies, how about we fill our plates with foods that are actually good for our hearts? ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Avocado, Berries, Food, Food And Nutrition, Health, Heart Health, Nuts, Salad, Salmon, Whole Grains

Fish and Seafood Safety

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
February 6, 2024

Introduction I try to eat fish several times during the week. Many organizations have recommended eating seafood twice a week. For example, the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults eat eight ounces of fish or seafood ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching,
Tags: Chill, Clean, Clean And Sanitize Surfaces, Cook, Eat Fish Twice A Week, Heart Health, Keep Cold Foods Cold, Keep Hot Foods Hot, Protein Group, Purchasing Seafood, Seafood Recipes, Seafood Safety, Seperate, The 2 Hour Rule, When To Avoid Raw Seafood

Handwashing is critical to good health 

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
January 25, 2024

Why is handwashing important? Handwashing is one of the best ways you can help stop the spread of infection and stay healthy. It is one of those personal hygiene activities we need to prioritize. Bacteria and germs can enter your body and make ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching,
Tags: 20 Seconds, Handwashing, Handwashing For Caregivers, Handwashing For Elders, Handwashing For Food Handlers, Handwashing For School Children, How Long Should I Wash My Hands?, Prevent The Spread Of Infection, When Should I Wash My Hands?, Why Should I Wash My Hands?
Cottage foods cookie baker Kathy Paiva preparing cookie dough at a communal kitchen.

The Raw Dough Dilemma: Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Uncooked Delights

by Hillary AyersAvatar photo
December 21, 2023

There's something inherently comforting about the aroma of freshly baked cookies or the anticipation of homemade bread rising in the oven. But what about the allure of raw cookie dough or bread dough? While indulging in these uncooked delights ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Baking, Cookie Dough, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Safety, Health And Wellness, Holiday Baking, Nutrition, UF IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

For the Holiday Season, UF/IFAS Extension Offers a Bounty of Lifelong Learning

by Andra JohnsonAvatar photo
December 8, 2023

The holidays are a very busy season for many of us. There are so many things to do together with family and friends, traditions to return to, new things to learn and alternatives to try. Here at UF/IFAS Extension, we’re devoted to the prospect ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Bark Beetles, Bee College, Beekeeping, Demonstration Gardens, Featured, Florida Foods, Healthy Eating, Holiday Travel, Holidays, Mosquitoes, Poinsettias, Purple Sweet Potatoes, UF IFAS Bookstore

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