By Ricki McWilliams, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, University of Florida Extension, Walton County Reviewed by Agata Kowalewska, PhD, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida It’s time to ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeAugust September 2014 Newsletter It is our pleasure to provide you with the Family Nutrition in Action Newsletter for August- September 2014. This issue will provide information on Breakfast, Breakfast Sandwiches, Herbs and a Green Bean ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS ExtensionLet’s consider beverage intake through the world of economics—Excellent Rate of Return. Maintaining your body is a lot like running a business. You have certain assets available to keep your body healthy. These assets include nutritious ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeWho needs to drink sports drinks? Who are they intended for? Have we been influenced by the media to think we need them when they really aren’t necessary? Staying well hydrated during exercise allows each of us to perform at our best. Water ... READ MORE
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By Linda Bobroff, PhD, RD, LD/N, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida Reviewed by Nan C. Jensen, Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent IV at UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Last month was Berry ... READ MORE
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By Carol Church, Writer, Family Album Reviewed by Agata Kowalewska, PhD, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida When my kids have friends over to play, I have a general rule that they aren’t supposed to ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & LifeOlder adults are often at an increased risk for dehydration for many reasons such as taking certain medications, not feeling the urge to drink as often, or having a physical condition that makes it difficult to drink. Quiz yourself and your ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeAugust is National Immunization Awareness Month. This observance provides the opportunity to remind us of the importance of immunization. Make sure that your family and friends are up-to-date on their immunizations. In August, parents are enrolling ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeOlder adults are often at an increased risk for dehydration for many reasons such as taking certain medications, not feeling the urge to drink as often, or having a physical condition that makes it difficult to drink. Quiz yourself and your ... READ MORE
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By Selena Garrison, MS, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida, and Michael Gutter, PhD, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida Reviewed by Gayle Whitworth, Family and ... READ MORE
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