COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs: Answers from UFHealth
April 1, 2021
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Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: COVID-19, Vaccinations, Vaccines
Category: Health & Nutrition
April 1, 2021
Tags: COVID-19, Vaccinations, Vaccines
Six Tips for Reducing Food Waste
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 & LifeTags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Waste, Reducing Food Waste
A Healthy Table: Virtual Cooking School
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 & LifeTags: Cooking School, Food Safety, Healthy Meals, Nutrition
Breathe Into the New Year
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 & LifeTags: Mental Health, Mindfulness, New Years, Wellness
Save Time and Money This Thanksgiving
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 & LifeTags: Holiday Savings, Thanksgiving
Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
November 10, 2020
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences To meat or not to meat? That is the question. Over the last couple of years, plant-based meat alternatives have become increasingly popular. They have even ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Cooking, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Meat Alternatives, Plant-based Meat
UPCOMING ONLINE CLASS: Quick Bread Basics
November 10, 2020
Join us on Zoom on Friday, November 16, 2020 at 12:00pm EST to learn the basics of making delicious quick breads such as muffins, biscuits, and waffles. There is no fee for this class, but you MUST pre-register to participate. To register, ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Class, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Workshop
Peanut Butter is a Healthy Snack
September 24, 2020
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences One of the most versatile, nutritious, and shelf-stable foods out there is peanut butter. Thought to be first invented by the Inca in ancient times, a version ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Healthy Snacks, Nutrition, Peanut Butter
Steam Canning Safety Tips
August 6, 2020
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences Over the last several months, as you’ve learned to adjust to the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have become more interested in producing ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Canning, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Preservation, Home Canning, Home Food Preservation, Steam Canning, Wakulla
Cooler Corn: Is It Safe?
July 30, 2020
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences A friend of mine recently shared with me a few recipes for what is known as “cooler corn.” As the name implies, it’s a way of cooking a large amount ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Cooking Out, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Safety, Foodborne Illness