Introduction If you smoke and suffer from back pain, the two might be more connected than you think. Smoking is widely known to harm your lungs and heart, but it also damages your spine. New research shows that tobacco use increases the risk ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
University of Florida researchers are calling for a national transformation in how we address the ongoing epidemic of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, starting with a fundamental shift in how we approach health, agriculture and food. Published ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture
Americans have long heard about the health benefits of adhering to diets rich in fresh produce and whole grains and low in red meat and processed sugars. But they may not be aware of how meal timing can affect their health. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
Most people are familiar with the MyPlate slogan: "Make half your plate fruits and vegetables." There's a good reason for this advice — fruits and vegetables are packed with nutrients that support health and wellness. One tasty, colorful, ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the most common and one of the most preventable types of cancer in the United States. With summer around the corner, it's the perfect time to learn how to protect ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
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
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
We probably could all use a few more fruits and vegetables in our diets. Packed with fiber and nutrients, fruits and vegetables are among the most nutritious foods available. From the red- orange veggies loaded with beta carotene, to the deep ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
We're happy to welcome Presley Pettit to our Discover FSHN Series! Presley is a graduate student in the Master of Science-Dietetic Internship program in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida. This year, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Sourdough bread has experienced a resurgence in popularity, not just for its tangy flavor and artisanal appeal, but also for its potential health benefits. Unlike conventional breads that rely on commercial yeast, sourdough is made through a ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
In this episode of Your Central Florida Yard podcast, Andrea Nikolai, the Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, joins us to talk all things herbs! From growing to cooking, health benefits to recipe ideas, it's thyme for a fun episode! Many ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes