By Jessica Berens, Dietetics Student, University of Florida Reviewed by Laura Acosta, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N, Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Florida Most of us have had those days: a day when we find ourselves ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeGet your pressure canner ready for the season.Photo by Les Harrison, Wakulla County In addition to planting your spring garden and reviewing the latest food safety materials, you should consider having your pressure canner ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeMothers learned creative ways to encourage their children to eat fruits and vegetables at a fun workshop with our Family & Consumer Sciences Agent III, Shelly Swenson! READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeAs the country becomes more health-conscious and concerned about eating habits, an increasing number of schools have embraced the farm to school movement. “Farm to school” refers to programs that encourage agriculture-related education—such ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & LifeFebruary is American Heart Month Have you had your blood pressure taken lately? Research shows that about half of the adults that suffer hypertension have not been diagnosed. There are several risk factors for developing high blood pressure--learn ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeIn addition to planting your spring garden and reviewing the latest food safety materials, you should consider having your pressure canner gauge tested. Today’s pressure canner may have a dial gauge for indicating the pressure ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & LifePhoto taken by: Marjorie Moore February is heart month, a time to consider including foods in your diet that will benefit your heart. Much has been in the media during the last few years about the positive heart health benefits of blueberries, ... READ MORE
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