Category: Health & Nutrition

Vegetables to Grow in January in Your Central Florida Garden

by Tia Silvasy
January 17, 2026

January is one of the best months for gardening in Central Florida. Cooler temperatures, lower pest pressure, and mild days create ideal conditions for growing a wide range of cold-hardy vegetables. If you planted earlier in the fall, many ... READ MORE

Category: , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Cabbage, Carrots, Florida, Food, Fruits And Vegetables, Planting Dates
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What’s New on Ask IFAS: Food Science and Human Nutrition (Nov.–Dec.)

by Gillian McGuire
January 8, 2026

Fermented Foods: Olives By Fidela Gjondrekaj and Wendy J. Dahl. Olives are small fruit that grow on the olive tree, scientifically known as Olea europaea. These fruit have been cultivated and consumed for thousands of years, primarily ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Ask IFAS, Cooking Safety, EDIS Journal, Food Safety, Food Science And Human Nutrition Department, Nutrition, Olives

Feeling stressed? Help yourself by stepping into the shade of trees

by Brad Buck
January 7, 2026

Have you ever considered a walk in a tree-shaded park to relieve stress? If you have, you’re hardly alone, according to new University of Florida research. The study shows that spending time in tree-filled spaces — like parks or wooded ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Andrew Koeser, College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Floridians, Parks, Ryan Klein, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Streets, Stress, Stress Relief, Suzie Suhendy, Trees, Walking
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New Year, New You: Simple Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle

by Lori Wiggins
December 29, 2025

As the New Year begins, many of us make resolutions to improve our health but lasting change comes from small, sustainable habits rather than drastic overhauls. Eating well, staying active, and getting enough rest are the cornerstones of a healthier ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Exercise, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Nutrition, Physical Activity
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Why Wait Until 2026 to Save Money on Healthier Food? Here’s How!

by Amber Daniels
December 23, 2025

Is it possible to cook healthy, delicious food and save money on your grocery bill? Absolutely! Save Money When You Buy Local Produce Look no further than your local farmers market to save on fresh, local produce! Buying local fruits and vegetables ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Diet, Food, Health, Healthy, Lifestyle, Low-cost, Nutrition, Pgm_FCS

Meet the UF/IFAS Extension FCS Agent for Miami Dade County

by Jessica Alfonso-Rodriguez
December 22, 2025

About Me I'm happy to introduce myself as your new UF/IFAS Extension Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agent in Miami-Dade County. If you're not familiar with FCS, it is a field of study that combines the science and art of living well ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: FCS, Financial Literacy, Food Entrepreneurship, Health, Jessica Alfonso- Rodriguez, Miami-Dade, Nutrition, South Florida, UF/IFAS Miami-Dade Extension, Wellness

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

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