Category: Health & Nutrition

Peanuts and peanut butter

El desafío de la mantequilla de maní de UF/IFAS concluye con una recolección de casi 20 toneladas

by Luz Bahder
December 17, 2024

Creado por Megan Winslow, especialista en relaciones públicas de UF/IFAS.  Un barril de lluvia pintado como un frasco de mantequilla de maní. Rebanadas de “pan” de tamaño humano que sirven de disfraz y que presentan manchas marrones ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS
Tags: Andra Johnson, Competencia Amistosa, Donaciones, El Desafio De La Mantequilla De Mani, Español, Huracan Debby, Huracán Helene, Huracan Milton, Inseguridad Alimentaria, Libras De Mantequilla De Mani, Mantequilla De Mani, Oficinas De Extension Locales, Peanut Butter Challenge, Recoleccion, Spanish

Let moderation serve as your mantra as you savor healthy foods during the holidays

by Brad Buck
December 17, 2024

During the holiday season, you’re often surrounded by a tempting array of foods – from hearty entrees to indulgent desserts. While some are good choices, others might not be so beneficial, say University of Florida experts. “While helping ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Andrea Nikolai, Baked Goods, Cinammon, Deviled Eggs, Fruit, Health, Healthy Holiday Meals, Holiday Meals, Maria Portelos Rometo, Reduced Sugar, Skim Milk, UF/IFAS Extension Polk County, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Vanilla
A table with multiple colorful dishes, featuring vegetables, egg, chicken, mushrooms, onions, green salad and tomatoes

Infografía: Intercambios de Comidas Festivas Saludables

by Luz Bahder
December 17, 2024

Creado por Tracy Bryant, Directora de Servicios Creativos del Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. A finales del 2020, en colaboración con la agente de Extensión de UF/IFAS, Andrea Nikolai, se diseñó una infografía práctica y oportuna ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS
Tags: Alimentacion Saludable, Alimentos Nutritivos, Comidas, Español, Festividades, Infografia, Intercambio De Alimentos, Nutrición, Salud, Spanish

Does an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away?

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 13, 2024

The saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" has some truth to it. Apples are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. This article explores the nutritional value of apples, their benefits, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away, Apple And Fiber Content, Apple As An Ingredient, Apples, Creative Ways To Enjoy Apples, Dietary Fiber, Focus On Fruit, Focus On Fruit And Vegetables, Follow The Rainbow For Good Health, Healthy Diet Including Fruit, Healthy Snacking, Nutrition, Nutritional Content Of Apples, Prevent Chronic Disease, Recipes Using Apples, Varieties Of Apples, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The USA, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The World

End of Hurricane Season: Time to Use or Donate Your Non-Perishable Supplies

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 11, 2024

The end of hurricane season is here, and it's a good time to either use up your non-perishable supplies or donate them to a worthy cause. This ensures that your stock is refreshed for the next season while helping those who may benefit from ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition,
Tags: Emergency Food Supply, Emergency Preparedness, End Of Hurricane Season, Expiration Dates, FIFO, First In First Out, Food Donations, Food Pantry, Food Safety, Food Shelf, Holiday Food Drive, Hurricane, Manage Supplies Wisely, Non-perishables, Reduce Food Waste, Share Food, Sharing
Traffic light

UF/IFAS study proves color coding nutrition labels may promote healthier eating

by Megan Winslow
December 9, 2024

What if understanding nutrition labels were as easy as reading a traffic light? Green for "go," amber for "caution" and red for "stop" could guide consumers toward healthier food choices. The United Kingdom has used this “traffic light” ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Consumer, Food And Resource Economics, Food And Resource Economics Department, Food And Resource Economics Research, Health, Healthy, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sceinces, Label, Lisa House, Megan Winslow, Nutrient, Nutrition, Nutrition Facts Panels, Nutritional, Purchasing Decisions, Research, Science Direct, Study, UF, University Of Florida, University Of Tennessee Institute Of Agriculture, Visual Aid, Xuqi Chen, Yujuan Gao, Zhifeng Gao
buckets filled with jaars of peanut butter

Annual Peanut Butter Challenge: How One Girl is Giving Back

by Jasi Romero
December 9, 2024

Meet the Young Girl Inspiring Our Community with Her Peanut Butter Donation At just nine years old, London Brandt, is already making a difference in her community. Inspired by the kindness she sees around her and her desire to help those ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Charity, Donate, Florida Peanut Federation, Florida Peanut Producers Association, Food Banks, Food Pantries, PBChallenge, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Challenge, Polk County, PolkExtension, PolkPBChallenge, Spread The Love, Spread The Peanut Butter

Meet Our FSHN Administrative Team!

by Jessie Erwin
December 2, 2024

Behind every renowned department is a talented and dedicated support team, and the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida is no exception. From fiscal responsibilities to departmental onboarding, the exceptional ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Administrative, Administrative-staff-feature, Dana Conway, Denise Kirkland, Julie Barber, Kelly Smith, Mary Ann Spitzer, Shelly Stiriz

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