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Here are holiday travel eating habits to sink your teeth into and stay healthy, UF/IFAS experts explain

by Lourdes MederosAvatar photo
November 13, 2023

A recent MarketWatch Guides survey revealed that 52% of Americans are planning to fly this holiday season, while a Hopper survey reveals more than one in five holiday travelers plans to drive out of town for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Christmas, EFNEP, Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program, Food Safety, Holiday Meal Planning, Holidays, Holidays Travel, Holliday Eating, Jessica Alfonso, New Year's Travel, Nutrient-rich Foods, Shelf-stable, Thanksgiving, Travel, UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension

2023 Orange County 4-H Peanut Butter Challenge

by Erin ReichelAvatar photo
November 13, 2023

The annual UF/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge ran from October 1 through October 31 this year, and our Orange County 4-H'ers took full advantage of lending their hands for larger service! What is the Peanut Butter Challenge? Each year ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers
Tags: #4-HGrowshere, #OC4H, 4-H, Ocextension, Orange County, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, Youth
School supplies--pencils, white eraser, scissors--on a white lined notebook.

International Education Week: Ha Nguyen, Dietetics

by Jessie ErwinAvatar photo
November 13, 2023

Welcome to International Education Week in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida! We're excited to highlight some of our exceptional international students. In this series, learn about their experiences ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Dietetics, Dietetics-undergraduate-feature, Food Science And Human Nutrition, Ha Nguyen, International Education Week, Undergraduate Dietetics Major
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Eco-Friendly and Ethical: A Guide to Sustainable Holiday Shopping and Spending

by Alicia BetancourtAvatar photo
November 13, 2023

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and giving. However, amidst the festivities, we must be mindful of our impact on the planet. Sustainable holiday shopping and spending are becoming increasingly important as people seek ways ... READ MORE

Category: , Community Volunteers, Conservation, Home Management, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Awareness And Education, Charitable Giving, Conscious Choices, DIY Gifts, Eco-friendly Gifts, Eco-friendly Wrapping, Environmental Impact, Ethical Labor Practices, Ethical Spending, Experiential Gifts, Fair Trade, Green Holiday Practices, Handmade Products, Local Businesses, Mindful Gifting, Reusable Decorations, Sustainable Brands, Sustainable Holiday Shopping, Volunteer Work, Zero-waste Celebrations

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