Category: Health & Nutrition
Withstanding the Heat
March 27, 2024
Heat and humidity are such iconic aspects of Florida weather that they are sometimes easy to take for granted. They may become topics of conversation with friends and family if temperatures become unseasonably high, or if humidity makes a walk ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Work & LifeTags: Ask IFAS, Clyde Fraisse, Deaths, Department Of Agricultural And Biological Engineering, Heat, Safety, Serap Gorucu, Ziwen Yu
Bone Health for Seniors
March 26, 2024
Ever wonder what foods to eat to promote bone health? As we age, we are at risk of losing bone and muscle mass. Luckily, the food we eat and being active can help slow down this process! Come learn more at the Bone Health BINGO class held at ... READ MORE
Category: Health & NutritionTags: Bone Health, Health, Nutrition, Seniors
Learn to grow sustainable food gardens anywhere South Florida at the free South Florida Community Garden Hub on April 13
March 26, 2024
Community gardens come in all shapes and sizes. They offer a bounty of benefits that bring the farm-to-table concept to life when established effectively to meet sustainable food demands. By growing food on a small scale, using venues ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, WaterTags: Agriculture Education, Agroecology, Balconies, Community Gardens, Community Grounds, Edible Plants, Environmental Horticulture, Farm To Table, Fruit, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jiangxiao Qiu, Lorna Bravo, News, Plants, Rooftop Gardens, Small Urban Farms, South Florida Community Garden Hub, Sustainable Food Production, Sustainable Food Systems, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension Broward County, UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research Education Center, University Of Florida, Urban Agriculture, Vegetables
Keep It Fresh
March 25, 2024
Welcome to our guide on preserving the freshness of your fruits and vegetables! Whether you're a seasoned chef or a newbie in the kitchen, keeping your produce fresh and vibrant can sometimes be a challenge. However, with a few simple tips and ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Preservation, Food Waste Prevention, Fruits And Vegetables, Nutrition, Ocextension, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
Alumni Feature: Dr. Adam Bernatsky, Nutritional Sciences
March 25, 2024
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Adam Bernatsky to our Discover FSHN Series! Dr. Bernatsky is an alumnus of the nutritional sciences undergraduate program in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida. He is now ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeTags: Discover Fshn, Dr. Adam Bernatsky, Dr. Bernatsky, FSHN Alumni, Nutritional Sciences, Nutritional Sciences Alumni, Nutritional Sciences Alumni Feature, Nutritional Sciences Careers, Podiatrist, Podiatry
The Importance of Hydration: Understanding the Nutritional Value of Water
March 19, 2024
We all know that water is essential for life. But have you ever stopped to think about why it's so crucial and how it truly benefits us? Keep reading to discover the amazing significance of water. When you hear "nutrition," you probably think ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Food Safety, Hydration, Nutrition, Water