UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
If the COVID-19 pandemic has brought anything to our lives, it may very well be the opportunity for self-care, stress management and more physical activity. Sadly, for many, it has become a time of stress, weight gain, depression,… Read More
In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we looked at food safety, starting at the store. Today, in our final (planned) post in the series, we discuss shopping “green.” For our purposes, shopping… Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has led many of us to alter our usual routines. With such dramatic changes, including access and comfort with going to the gym or fitness centers, we are all more open to negative mental and… Read More
In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we focused on fish and seafood. Today, we’re talking about food safety, starting at the store. Grocery stores are diligent with following food safety protocol. We… Read More
In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we zeroed in on meats and deli products. This time, we’re off to the fish case/counter. Fish is a good source of protein. and most seafood… Read More
If the COVID-19 pandemic has brought anything to our lives, it may very well be the opportunity for self-care, stress management and more physical activity. Sadly, for many, it has become a time of stress, weight gain, depression,… Read More
Did you know that more than 90% of American farms are considered small farms? This means that a very large percentage of farms in the US make less than $250,000, and most are family owned (Small and Family… Read More
In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we checked in on chicken, talked turkey, and pored over poultry. Today, we move on to meat and deli(catessen) area. Let’s start with meats, and a… Read More
As the holidays descend upon us, so do all of the related stressors. One big, ever-present concern around this time of year involves food. Perhaps you have overheard these questions while out and about at the grocery store,… Read More
Don’t just take your vitamins, eat your vitamins! When deciding what to eat or drink, choose foods and beverages that are full of nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc. Vitamins and minerals are natural components of a heathy diet and essential… Read More
