Category: Health & Nutrition

Beets – Delicious Beets!

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
May 20, 2025

Many people love to eat beets, while others are hesitant to try them. Beets rhyme with "treats," and I think they’re a healthy, low-calorie, and nutritious treat too! You can enjoy them pickled or plain. Whole, sliced, or diced. On top ... READ MORE

Sun Safety Matters

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
April 3, 2025

Broward Family and Consumer Sciences recently educated approximately 250 individuals on sun safety at a large community event. We collaborated with Dr. Melissa Vilaro, UF/IFAS Extension, Health and Wellness, Extension State Specialist, who provided ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Always Follow Your Healthcare Provider's Advice, Avoid Sunburn, Examine Your Skin, Examine Your Skin Often, Focus On Good Health, Focus On Self Care, Get Enough Vitamin D Every Day, Health, How To Do A Skin Exam, Protect Your Skin, Protect Yourself From The Sun, Reduce Your Risk Of Skin Cancer, Schedule Annual Check Ups, Skin Cancer, Skin Care Exam, Sun Safety, Use Sun Screen, Vitamin D

Commit to Reducing Food Waste

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
April 2, 2025

This year, April 7th through the 13th is Food Waste Prevention Week. I love this annual focus on preventing food waste which can benefit everyone. Small changes made to decrease food waste can add up over time, save valuable food dollars, ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, , Work & Life
Tags: Broward Family And Consumer Sciences, Buy Only What You Need, Eat This Now Container In Your Refrigerator, Grocery Shopping, Have A Plan For Your Left Overs, Have A Snacking Plan, Learn More, Learn More About Reducing Food Waste, Learn The Basic Principles Of Reducing Food Waste, Monitor Expiration Dates, Prevent Food Waste, Reduce Food Waste, Save Money, See What You Have On Hand Before Grocery Shopping, Shop Your Pantry, Stop Food Waste Now, Use A Grocery List, Use A Meal Plan, Use Leftovers Wisely

Does an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away?

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 13, 2024

The saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" has some truth to it. Apples are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. This article explores the nutritional value of apples, their benefits, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away, Apple And Fiber Content, Apple As An Ingredient, Apples, Creative Ways To Enjoy Apples, Dietary Fiber, Focus On Fruit, Focus On Fruit And Vegetables, Follow The Rainbow For Good Health, Healthy Diet Including Fruit, Healthy Snacking, Nutrition, Nutritional Content Of Apples, Prevent Chronic Disease, Recipes Using Apples, Varieties Of Apples, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The USA, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The World

End of Hurricane Season: Time to Use or Donate Your Non-Perishable Supplies

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 11, 2024

The end of hurricane season is here, and it's a good time to either use up your non-perishable supplies or donate them to a worthy cause. This ensures that your stock is refreshed for the next season while helping those who may benefit from ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition,
Tags: #Hurricane, Emergency Food Supply, Emergency Preparedness, End Of Hurricane Season, Expiration Dates, FIFO, First In First Out, Food Donations, Food Pantry, Food Safety, Food Shelf, Holiday Food Drive, Manage Supplies Wisely, Non-perishables, Reduce Food Waste, Share Food, Sharing

Eggs are a Good Source of Protein

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
September 13, 2024

There are so many ways to cook eggs and they can be an economical source of protein. We use eggs at different times of the year during the changing seasons. Dying them during the holiday is a fun activity for all ages. Using leftover hard-boiled ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Backyard Chickens, Backyard Chickens And Eggs, Calories In One Egg, Cooking Eggs, Egg And Protein, Eggs, Eggs Are A Source Of Protein, Food Safety, Food Safety And Eggs, Fresh Eggs, Handwashing, MyPlate, Protein, Protein In One Egg, Recipes Using Eggs, Salmonella

Onions! Onions! Onions!

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
June 27, 2024

Did you know NATIONAL ONION DAY is celebrated on June 27th? National Onion Day celebrates the incorporation of the National Onion Association back in 1913. The organization was created to protect the interests of America’s onion growers, and ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Crying Vegetable, Different Types Of Onion, Follow MyPlate Guidelines, Fruits And Vegetables For Better Health, Growing Onions, Health And Onions, MyPlate, National Onion Day, Nutrition And Onions, Onion Recipes, Onions, Onions And Eyes Tearing, Storing Onions, The Largest Onion Ever Grown, The White Vegetable, White Fruits And Vegetables

Re-think Your Beverage Choices

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
May 8, 2024

Do you drink many sugar sweetened drinks like regular soda, sweet tea or flavored coffee beverages? Maybe it is time to re-think your drink, as we say at Extension, and switch to non-sugary, healthier beverage choices. Water is an example of ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 100% Fruit Juice, Added Sugar, Added Sugars, Better Health, Broward County, Budget, Calories From Sugar Can Add Up, Eating For Good Health, Empty Calories, How Many Teaspoons Of Sugar Are There In A Bottle Of Soda?, Hydration, Limit Added Sugar, Limit Added Sugars, MyPlate And Beverage Choices, Re-think Your Drink, Stick To Your Budget, Think Nutrition And Health, Tight Budgets, Why Should I Rethink My Drink?

Delicious Avocados

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
May 1, 2024

When you think of eating an avocado what do you think of? I think of a fresh bowl of guacamole and delicious Mexican food. May 5th, which is Cinco de Mayo, is the perfect time to enjoy and celebrate with some fresh and tasty avocados. There ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Avacado, Avocado Toast, Broward, Broward County, Choose Healthy Fats, Control Your Cholesterol, Delaying Browning Of An Avocado, Eating For Good Health, Florida, Fruit Stuffed Avocado Recipe, Growing Avocados, Guacamole, Handwashing, Master Gardener Program, Monounsaturated Fat, Nutrition And Avocado, Nutritional Content Of An Avocado, Ripening An Avocado, Variety Of Avocados

Go Bananas on National Banana Day!

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
April 17, 2024

Bananas are a popular food item and a favorite of many people. Many write the word – “bananas” on their grocery list week after week. Bananas are a long-standing fruit staple item in many households and are affordable. I remember my ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching,
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