Category: WORK & LIFE

Egg-cellent Celebrations: Safeguarding Springtime Traditions with Egg Safety Tips

by Melanie Thomas
March 28, 2024

Springtime brings warmer weather and festive occasions like Easter, Passover, and graduations. And what's a spring celebration without eggs? From cooking all the traditional recipes to preparing for the annual egg hunt, it's important to handle ... READ MORE

Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Easter Eggs, Egg Safety, Food Safety, Foodbourne Illness, Healthy Holiday, Salmonella

Preserving Strawberries: A Guide to Freezing

by Melanie Thomas
February 16, 2024

As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Food Preservation, Food Safety, Freezing Fruit, Strawberries

Nurturing Emotional Wellness

by Melanie Thomas
December 21, 2023

Emotional wellness plays a crucial role in our overall health and quality of life. Understanding the determinants of health, especially those related to emotional well-being, is essential for leading a balanced and fulfilling life. What is ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Emotional Health, Healthy Lifestyles, Mindfulness, Stress, Well Being, Wellness

Embracing Fall: Sip Your Coffee and Enjoy the Crisp Weather

by Melanie Thomas
October 13, 2023

As the leaves change color and a gentle chill fills the air, coffee lovers have yet another reason to rejoice. Fall has arrived, bringing with it the perfect backdrop for enjoying your favorite brew. In this article, we'll explore the wonderful ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Coffee Benefits, Fall Flavors, Good Mornings, Healthy Lifestyle, Heart Health, Wellness

Edible Garbage

by Samantha Kennedy
May 14, 2021

Last month I shared Six Tips for Reducing Food Waste. I would like to continue on the theme of reducing food waste by talking more specifically about ways to use food scraps effectively to prevent them from ending up in the landfill. As I ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Compost, Composting, Food Scraps, Food Waste, Reducing Food Waste

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs: Answers from UFHealth

by Samantha Kennedy
April 1, 2021

To download a PDF of this fact sheet, click here. READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: COVID-19, Vaccinations, Vaccines

Six Tips for Reducing Food Waste

by Samantha Kennedy
March 18, 2021

Food waste is a huge problem here in the United States. Here are a few incredible facts: Food is the most common solid source of waste in American landfills. Anywhere from 25-40% of food grown, processed, and transported in the US will never ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Waste, Reducing Food Waste

A Healthy Table: Virtual Cooking School

by Kendra Zamojski
February 2, 2021

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have turned to cooking more meals at home. Preparing meals and eating at home has many benefits. When cooking meals, you can select the ingredients and choose healthy recipes lower in saturated ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, , WORK & LIFE
Tags: Cooking School, Food Safety, Healthy Meals, Nutrition

Breathe Into the New Year

by Samantha Kennedy
January 15, 2021

Guess what, guys? We made it! We have finally put 2020 behind us and are now looking forward to 2021. I, for one, am hopeful. I am expecting great things from this year. Admittedly, I have not always had an optimistic outlook. I used to like ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Mental Health, Mindfulness, New Years, Wellness

Save Time and Money This Thanksgiving

by Samantha Kennedy
November 12, 2020

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences It has often felt like time has dragged on in 2020, but despite all the challenges, time has continued to march on, and that means the holiday season is right ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Holiday Savings, Thanksgiving

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