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Physical Activity and Diabetes

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
April 6, 2022

By Brenda Marty Jimenez, MHM, RDN, LDN, FAND, UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County, Extension Agent IV Jeanna Rhoulhac, RDN, LD/N, CDCES: Nutritionist/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Broward Health Community Health Services Being ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: 150 Minutes Of Exercise Per Week, Always Check With Your Healthcare Provider, Being Active, Blood Glucose, Diabetes, Diabetes Management, Exercise, Exercise And Diabetes Managment, Feel Less Anxious, Feel Less Stressed, Fit, Have Fun, Healthcare Provider, Improve Well-being, Lose Body Fat, Lower Blood Glucose, Make Exercise A Priority, Move More, Muscle Strength, Nonslip Footwear, Peoplw With Diabetes, Pre-diabetes, Regular Exercise, Self Care, Sit Less, Stay Hydrated, Test Blood Sugar, Walking, Wear Proper Fitting Shoes
green letters that say Grow Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle overlaying photos of seed packets and someone chopping a vegetable on a cutting board

Spring, the Time to Grow….Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle!

by sarakmurphy
April 5, 2022

Grow Your Florida Healthy Florida Lifestyle Class 2022: The UF/IFAS Extension in Seminole County is excited to be hosting a class called Grow Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle. During this 5-week IN-PERSON course, participants will get to learn ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #FoodIsOurMiddleName, FFL, Food Systems, Grow, Health And Wellbeing

Older Adults-Save Your Energy and Simplify

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
April 4, 2022

Older adults may have trouble getting everything done in a day.  The pandemic has slowed things down for many seniors, families, and consumers.  Now that things have begun to pick up, it’s a good idea to reevaluate our activities and prioritize ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: Ask For Help When Needed, Avoid Stress, Balance Work And Breaks, Break Larger Tasks Into Smaller Tasks, Carry Smaller Loads, Check With Your Healthcare Provider, Clear Clutter, Conserve Energy, Create A Meal Plan, Develop Good Coping Mechanisms, Don't Rush, Elder Nutrition And Food Safety, Energy Drain, Exercise, Flexibility And Mobility, Get Regular Exercise, Limit Items Stored On High Shelves, Lower Stress, Maintain Strength, Make Time For Breaks, Older Adults, Organize, Pace Yourself, Peak Energy Times, Personal Hygiene, Plan, Plan Ahead, Quality Of Life, Rest, Save Energy, Save Your Energy, Simplify, Simplify Your Life, Sit, Sit In A Chair With Good Support, Stand, Take Deep Breaths, Take Good Care Of Yourself, Wear Comfortable Shoes
Chickens in pasture

Pollos de Corral: Bioseguridad

by Luis Rodriguez RosadoAvatar photo
April 1, 2022

Es importante mantener una parvada de pollos de corral saludable. Un pollo enfermo puede infectar a toda la parvada con una enfermedad, creando problemas que pueden, en ciertos casos, resultar en la muerte. Para ayudarnos a minimizar el riesgo ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Biosecurity, Chicken Health, En Espanol, Español, Polk County FL, Polksmallfarms, Pollos De Corral, Small Farms, UF-IFAS
Chickens in pasture

Backyard Chickens: Biosecurity

by Luis Rodriguez RosadoAvatar photo
April 1, 2022

It is important to maintain a healthy backyard flock. One unhealthy chicken can infect the entire flock with a disease, creating problems that can, in certain cases, result in death. To help us minimize the risk of diseases and pest infestations, ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Backyard Chickens, Biosecurity, Chicken Health, Polk County FL, Polk Small Farms, Small Farms, UF-IFAS

Orange County 4-H Summer Day Camps

by Melinda Souers
March 30, 2022

With spring break behind us, it won’t be long until school is out, and parents are looking for quality activities for their children. The Orange County 4-H Program is offering several day camp opportunities this summer that can keep kids learning ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: #4-HGrowshere, #OC4H, 4-H, 4-H Events, Healthy Living, Life Skills, Ocextension, Water Conservation, Youth

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