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Study uncovers gut bacteria differences in children who later develop juvenile idiopathic arthritis

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July 5, 2023

For the first time, scientists have shown that gut bacteria differences are associated with later development of juvenile idiopathic arthritis, a debilitating rheumatic childhood disease, and that these differences are present years before the ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Angelica Ahrens, Eric Triplett, Gut Microbiome, Microbiology And Cell Science, Microcell, News

Calcium and Vitamin D are Important Nutrients

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June 25, 2023

Why do we say “Get your calcium-rich foods”, “Get enough Vitamin D”, and “Eat low-fat or fat-free dairy products?” Why do I need to eat or drink calcium-rich foods and food containing Vitamin D? These two nutrients can provide ... READ MORE

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Tags: Always Follow Your Healthcare Provider's Advice, Calcium, Calcium Is A Mineral, Cheese, Consume Dairy Products, Eat Calcium Rich Foods, Eat Low-fat Or Fat-free Dairy Products, Fortified Soy Milk, Get Enough Vitamin D Every Day, Herring, How Much Calcium Do I Need?, Keep Bones Stong, Milk, MyPlate, MyPlate Dairy Group, Osteoporosis, Salmon, Sources Of Calcium, Sources Of Vitamin D, The Blue Group On MyPlate, The Dairy Group, Vitamin D, Yogurt

Interested in Eating the Mediterranean Way?

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June 20, 2023

What is the Mediterranean Diet that everyone seems to be talking about these days? It is a dietary eating pattern that incorporates foods that are typically eaten in countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. This diet emphasizes eating more ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Health And Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Heart Health, Mediterranean Diet, Nutrition, UF IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Tips for Edible Landscaping

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June 20, 2023

View the recording of our Edible Landscaping webinar on YouTube here. The concept of edible landscaping primarily applies to growing vegetables, herbs and fruit trees in a way where it fits in with your home landscape. With proper plant ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Central Florida, Edible Landscaping, Florida Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruit, Herb, Hillsborough County, Master Gardener, Tampa, Tsilvasy, Vegetable

Summer Sun Safety

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June 13, 2023

The sun is shining and the heat is here...it's summertime in Florida! Whether you're a native Floridian or just visiting, it's always important to remember to practice sun safety here in the "Sunshine State." What are the best ways to protect ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, SPF, Summer, Summer Heat, Sun Protection, Sun Safety, Sunscreen, UF IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
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Physical Activity and Fall Prevention


June 12, 2023

Life can be full of wonderful experiences. Falling is not among them. There is nothing pleasant about losing a sense of control, panicking while searching for a way to stabilize oneself, then feeling all kinds of pain after landing on the ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Work & Life
Tags: Department Of Family Youth And Community Sciences, Fall Prevention, Linda B. Bobroff, Physical Activity, Sergio Romero, Wendy W. Lynch

Bay County 4-H Camps are in full swing!

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June 8, 2023

If you are looking for a summer activity for your child then look no further. Help your child develop pivotal life skills to help them grow and develop while having fun with their peers. You can still register for the following camps for the ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Art, Art Camp, Bay County, Bay County 4-H Camps, Bugs, Cake, Cake Decoration, Child-friendly Activities, Decorating Cookies, Dessert, Life Skills Development, Peer Interaction, Plants, Science, Science Workshop, Summer, Summer Activities For Children, Summer Camp, Sweets, UF/IFAS Extension Office

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