Category: Health & Nutrition

Family Nutrition in Action

by John Wells
April 17, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson Family and Consumer Sciences Agent UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension It is our pleasure to share the latest issue of Family Nutrition in Action. This month, quick preparation of vegetables and 3-step meals are highlighted. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Diet, Eating Habits, Educational, Families & Consumers, Family, Family & Consumer Sciences, Food, Healthy, Nutrition, Shelley Swenson

Youth Understanding Myplate…YUM!

by BLOGS.IFAS
April 17, 2012

For the third week in a row, Leon County Extension employees and local volunteers embarked on a journey to bring nutrition education to a local pre-k classroom. This week’s lesson focused on the importance of eating fruits and vegetables everyday. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Nutrition Education

Family Nutrition in Action Newsletters:

by BLOGS.IFAS
April 10, 2012

The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) at the University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service is the Florida component of the USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed). It is a partnership between USDA’s Food and ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Family, Health, Health & Nutrition, Nutrition

Re-think Your Drink

by John Wells
April 2, 2012

By Shelley Swenson Family and Consumer Sciences/Expanded Food and Nutrition Program UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension With the coming of Spring, people naturally drink more beverages to accommodate for the heat. Many sweet beverages are little ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Calories, Diet, Educational, Family & Consumer Sciences, My Plate, Nutrition, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla Extension, Weight Loss

Exciting Eggs – Play It Safe with Eggs

by Samantha Murray
March 28, 2012

To avoid the possibility of foodborne illness, fresh eggs must be handled carefully. Even eggs with clean, uncracked shells may occasionally contain bacteria called Salmonella that can cause an intestinal infection. The U.S. Food and Drug ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition

Exciting Eggs – Play It Safe with Eggs

by Samantha Murray
March 27, 2012

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition

The Benefits of Berries

by Samantha Murray
March 27, 2012

Red, blue, purple, frozen, fresh, dried…berries put a smile on your face. Berries are a sweet, tasty treat; they are beautiful to look at; and they’re good for you. Health benefits These little treats pack a nutritional punch. They ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Family Nutrition & Health

The Benefits of Berries

by Samantha Murray
March 27, 2012

Red, blue, purple, frozen, fresh, dried…berries put a smile on your face. Berries are a sweet, tasty treat; they are beautiful to look at; and they’re good for you. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition

Grapefruit Juice and Medicine May Not Mix

by John Wells
March 15, 2012

Courtesty of Shelley Swenson Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Grapefruit juice can be part of a healthful diet—most of the time. It has vitamin C and potassium—substances your body needs to work properly. But it isn’t good for you when ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Diet, Drug Interaction, Extension, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Medicines, Wakulla Extension

Families & Consumer Sciences

by John Wells
February 29, 2012

Family & Consumer Sciences provides educational programs focused on: Nutrition, Health & Food Safety Provide adults and youth with knowledge and skills regarding nutrition, diet, and health. Programs include classes, media, and outreach ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences

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