Category: Health & Nutrition

Why You Already Quit Your New Year’s Resolution, and How to Reset

by Ashley Johnston
February 16, 2022

Here we are, already more than halfway through February of the new year; can you believe it? Still, January (the quintessential month of the ever-so- talked-about resolutions) isn't very far behind us. While January represents a time of change ... READ MORE

Category: , Events, Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: #904Health #financial, #JaxLivingWell, #LivingWellJax, Betting On Weight Loss, Goals, Let's Walk Florida, Resetting, Resolutions, Smart Goals, Wellness

Influence, Credibility and Wellness: Ask Before You Act

by Ashley Johnston
November 8, 2021

What influences people the most? Think about what might influence you. If I ask you to lose five pounds in three weeks, is that enough to motivate you to change? Well, are you Googling “treadmills,” “diet plans,” or “gyms nearby” ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: #JaxLivingWell, #LivingWellJax, Ashley Johnston, Credibility, Debunking Disinformation, Debunking Misinformation, Health Changes, Health Coaching, Health Program, Health Research, Healthy Habits, Healthy Lifestyle

Ready for a Health Change? There’s a Science to That

by Ashley Johnston
October 14, 2021

I’m going to let you in on a secret because I am that passionate about what I do. In case you’re wondering, my entire job is built upon helping you become the healthiest version of yourself. Here at UF/IFAS Extension in Duval County, I am ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Ashley Johnston, Health Changes, Health Coaching, Health Program, Healthy Habits, Healthy Lifestyle, Jax Living Well, Living Well Jax, Setting Goals

Holistic Healthy Behaviors

by nparks
October 1, 2021

Co-authored by Ashley Johnston, Family & Consumer Sciences Agents Duval County We talk a lot about the social determinants of health, health outcomes, and data in our academic environment at UF/IFAS. Today we are shifting our lens to ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: #904Health, #904Health #financial, #BetterLivingTwinning, #JaxLivingWell, #LivingWellJax

Sustainable Beef: It’s What’s for Dinner!

by Alicia Halbritter
July 10, 2018

Sustainable Beef: It's What's for Dinner! The beef industry works every day to be more & more sustainable. Here are some ways they do it: Visit here for an interactive website on Beef Sustainability: https://www.beefresearch.org/sustainability/ READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Ahalbritter, Cattle, Food, Livestock, NFLAG

A Day at the Dairy

by Alicia Halbritter
April 5, 2018

Dairy is a huge portion of the American diet, whether it be fresh milk or products like yogurt, cheese, butter, etc. Dairy products provide essential nutrients to those who consume them, but most people have no idea how a dairy actually works. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Ahalbritter, Cattle, Dairy, Food, Livestock, NFLAG

Making Healthier Convenience Food Choices

by J. Johnson
October 15, 2017

Convenience foods are foods that require little to no preparation. Although it helps when you are in a time crunch, sometimes unhealthy choices are made. Being aware of the healthiest options will make your life easier in more than ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Convenience Foods, Fast Meals, Healthy, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Processed Food

Herbs and Spices: Colorful and Delicious!

by J. Johnson
September 3, 2017

Herbs and spices have been used for hundreds of years in cooking and medicinal purposes. They add a wide range of flavors to food and may also provide health benefits. For some people, using herbs and spices can be a challenge, but it doesn't ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Flavor, Flavoring, Food, Herbs, Seasoning, Special Topics, Spices

Diabetes: Know the Facts

by J. Johnson
August 27, 2017

What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a condition in which the body has difficulty making or using insulin. Insulin is a hormone that controls the amount of glucose (sugar) in our blood. When a person has diabetes, the body makes no insulin, too ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Diabetes, Glucose, Insulin, Obesity

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