Become a Climate Smart Floridian this fall! Join us for a six-week, interactive virtual course to learn how climate change is impacting Florida. You'll also learn how communities build resiliency into water resources, waste, food, transportation, ... READ MORE
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September 25th marks National Cooking Day, a perfect time to reflect on the joys and benefits of home cooking. While only some might be culinary enthusiasts, many of us have embraced our inner chef more than we would have expected. I understand ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
A common ingredient in almost 99% of all households is salt, which is cherished for its role in flavoring food. Contrarily, high salt consumption has been linked with a multitude of health issues, such as bloating, hypertension, heart disease, ... READ MORE
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Hello, summer! What better way to dive into August than to talk about one of the most well-known summertime fruits – watermelon! Did you know that here in Florida, we are the top producer of watermelon in the U.S.?! Summertime is the prime ... READ MORE
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In recent years, many of us have been spending more time indoors and less time outdoors. With busy schedules, it can be difficult to prioritize spending time outside and in nature. But, did you know that spending more time outside can actually ... READ MORE
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Authored by Angelika Keene & Hailey Peirce We all have an innate sense of what happiness is. Happiness is a universal feeling that we all desire to have. But did you know that happiness has been shown to actually impact various aspects ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
February is National Grapefruit Month! Grapefruits are in the citrus family, and are a very common fruit, especially in Florida. They come in a variety of colors, including red, pink and white. In this blog, we will take a look at the history ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Many of us know that being physically active is good for our physical health, but did you know that physical activity is also beneficial for brain health? Physical activity is especially important for the brain health of children, as they are ... READ MORE
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What beats over 100,000 times a day, and pumps over 2,000 gallons of blood every 24 hours? The Heart! February is officially American Heart month, so it is important to bring awareness to this amazing organ and how to keep it heathy. Heart disease ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
January is the perfect time to cuddle under a blanket, put your favorite movie or show on, and enjoy a delicious hearty bowl of soup as the climate gets colder. Soups are one of those foods that are truly versatile, and they are what you make ... READ MORE
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