Category: Food Safety

With Valentine’s Day coming up, we naturally start thinking red, making it the perfect time to add more RED fruits and vegetables to our day.

by Elizabeth Shephard
February 10, 2026

Did you know red foods are packed with nutrients that help support your overall wellness? Many of the powerful antioxidants found in red foods can help: Support your immune system Improve cardiovascular health Support brain function ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Food, Frutis, Health, Nutrition, Red, Valentines, Vegetables

Celebrate National Bingo Birthday Month—with a Healthy Twist!

by Elizabeth Shephard
December 22, 2025

Did you know the game of Bingo dates all the way back to the 1500s? Today, it’s still a favorite because it’s simple, social, and fun. You grab your card, listen for the numbers, and when you land five in a row, you get that moment everyone ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Bingo, Exercise, Food, Food Safety, Fruits, Health, Nutrition, Vegetables

All About Mushrooms

by Elizabeth Shephard
October 12, 2025

Mushrooms must be the most magical vegetable! Featured in fairy tales and children’s stories, they capture our imaginations like no other. In a variety of shapes, sizes and colors there’s a mushroom for everyone. Nutrition Mushrooms ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Food Safety, Mushroom, Nutrition, Pasta

Getting the most out of your Pumpkins this Halloween

by Elizabeth Shephard
October 1, 2025

Every year, millions of Pumpkins are carved into faces, creatures or sports team logos for Halloween. Eventually, and in most cases, these pumpkins end up in the trashcan after rotting away and smelling up the front porch. Pumpkins have a lot ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Food, Food Safety, Health, Nutrition, Pumpkin

Shall We Mango?

by Elizabeth Shephard
September 24, 2025

More and more of us are discovering the sweetness and delicious flavor of mangos. They have been beloved around the world for centuries and now are rapidly increasing in popularity in the US. Whether you add them to fruit salads, drinks, desserts, ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Energy, Food, Food Safety, Mango, Nutrition

The Green Goodness of Avocados!

by Elizabeth Shephard
September 4, 2025

The avocado has become a staple food item in many kitchens. It is featured in some of our most popular recipes, such as avocado toast, a topping for tacos, a creamy element in smoothies and drinks, and of course, guacamole! In fact, sales of ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Avocado, Avocados, Health, Nutrients, Nutrition

Nothing Says Summer Like Watermelon!

by Elizabeth Shephard
July 25, 2025

A fresh, red slice of watermelon evokes memories of fun in the sun. In fact, no backyard barbecue would be the same without it. The importance of watermelon in American culture is significant. Let’s take a closer look at this amazing fruit. Nutritional ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Culture, Food, Freezer Pop, Hydration, Nutrition, Watermelon

Let’s Be Safe Out There! Fourth of July Food Safety

by Elizabeth Shephard
July 1, 2025

The 4th of July is a time for celebration with family and friends and it is important to be vigilant about food safety during your festivities. Food served outdoors can be an ideal spot for bacteria to grow, so follow these tips to keep your ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4th Of July, Food Safety, Outdoor Eating

Let’s Kick Off Summer With Blackberries!

by Elizabeth Shephard
June 3, 2025

Blackberries are a common summer favorite, featured in some of our favorite drinks and desserts. Many of us remember picking blackberries as kids, coming home with purple faces and hands and very few berries in our buckets! And we were right ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Blackberries, Food, Food Safetyfrozen Yogurt, Frozen, Fruit, National Frozen Yogurt Day, National Frozen Yogurt Month, Nutrition, Preserving, Smoothies

National Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day! (May 21)

by Elizabeth Shephard
May 20, 2025

We probably could all use a few more fruits and vegetables in our diets. Packed with fiber and nutrients, fruits and vegetables are among the most nutritious foods available. From the red- orange veggies loaded with beta carotene, to the deep ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Food Safety, Fruit, Nutrition, Vegetable

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