Category: Work & Life

Gulf Coast Catch and Cook July: Bay Scallop

by Dr. Megan Moore
July 7, 2025

The Featured Gulf catch and cook species for July 2025 is the Bay Scallop! Catching Bay Scallops is just as fun as eating them! The whole family can participate in hunting for the scallops in nearshore coastal waters. Read on to learn how ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Food Safety, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Bay Scallop, Florida Sea Grant, Pasco County, Recreational Fishing, Scalloping, Tourism, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office

Doomscrolling and Brain Rot: Why it’s time to log off and get outside.

by Alicia Betancourt
July 7, 2025

Let’s be honest — we’ve all been there. You open your phone just to check one thing, and suddenly it's 45 minutes later, and you’ve been scrolling through a stream of disasters, drama, and depressing headlines. Sound familiar? That’s ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Anxiety Relief, Beat Brain Fog, Brain Rot, Burnout Recovery, Daily Routine, Digital Detox, Digital Wellness, Doomscrolling, Emotional Wellbeing, Focus Tips, Get Outdoors, Get Outside, Healthy Habits, Intentional Living, Life Offline, Mental Clarity, Mental Health, Mindful Living, Mindfulness Matters, Nature Heals, Nature Therapy, Productivity Hacks, Screen Time, Self Care, Sunshine And Fresh Air, Tech Boundaries, Walk It Out
Greens resting in a food reparation bowl.

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Food Science and Human Nutrition During May and June

by Gillian McGuire
July 7, 2025

Discover the latest research and practical solutions from UF/IFAS experts. These are the new EDIS/Ask IFAS documents published by the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition during May and June. Stay informed and inspired with our updates! Breastfeeding ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Ask IFAS, EDIS Journal, Food Science And Human Nutrition Department

Brighten Your Plate with Blueberries

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
July 7, 2025

Blueberries are a colorful, delicious, and nutritious fruit to include in your daily diet. Their natural sweetness and vibrant hue make them a favorite for all ages. These delicate berries are easy for little hands to handle, making them ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Berries, Blueberries, Blueberry, Broward, Broward County, Clean, Colorful Fruits And Vegetables, Florida, Focus On Fruit And Vegetables, Food Blog Series, Food Safety, MyPlate, MyPlate Food Groups, MyPlate Fruit Group, Nutrition And Health, Nutritional Content Of Blueberries, Prevention, UF/IFAS Solutions
Avery coaching at a surf camp, wearing sunglasses in front of a truck full of surfboards.

Day in the Life: Avery Little, Dietetics Undergraduate Student

by Jessie Erwin
July 7, 2025

We're thrilled to welcome you back to our Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN): Day in the Life series! This series is part of our innovative UF/FSHN Careers Advancement Project (CAP), which captures what it's really like to earn degrees ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Avery Little, Day In The Life, Dietetics, Dietetics Undergraduate, Dietetics Undergraduate Program, Dietetics-undergraduate-feature, UF/FSHN CAP, UF/FSHN CAP Day In The Life, UF/FSHN Careers Advancement Project, Undergraduate Student, Undergraduate Student Feature

Growing More Than Gardens: The Transformative Journey of Master Gardener Volunteers

by Lorna Bravo
July 5, 2025

Introduction: Sowing the Seeds of Change Volunteerism holds a unique power—the ability to transform not only landscapes but lives. When people unite with a shared purpose, fueled by a passion for learning and a commitment to service, the ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Broward County, Build Community, Community, Giving, Growing Food, Journey, Master Gardener Program, UF-IFAS, Volunteers
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Investigación impulsada por IA busca proteger a los jóvenes de la adicción al tabaco

by Luz Bahder
July 3, 2025

Creado por Meredith Bauer, especialista sénior en relaciones públicas para UF/IFAS. Cada año, cientos de miles de niños y jóvenes prueban por primera vez un cigarrillo electrónico, sin saber que esa decisión inicial podría llevarlos ... READ MORE

Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Cigarrillos, Consumo De Tabaco, Copa Sloboda Y Bukoski SPR, Departamento De Ciencias De La Familia, Español, Fumado, Fumar, HiPerGator, IA, Inteligencia Artificial, Juventud Y Comunidad, Olanrewaju Lawal, Prevencion, PreventiGators, Reconocimiento Nacional, Spanish, Tabaco, UF, Vapeo, Vaping, Xiaoya Zhang

Pineapple – A Tropical Treat Full of Flavor and Fun

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
July 3, 2025

Pineapple is more than just a juicy tropical fruit—it’s a symbol of hospitality, a festive favorite, and a versatile ingredient that shines in sweet and savory dishes alike. Whether it's fresh, grilled, juiced, or baked, pineapple adds ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: Blog Articles On Food, Bromelain, Broward, Broward County, Eating For Good Health, Florida, Food Safety, Gardening, Handwashing, How To Grow A Pineapple, Make 1/2 Your Plate Fruit And Vegetables, Meat Tenderizer, MyPlate, Nutrition, Nutritional Content Of A Pineapple, Pineapple, Pineapple Is A Tropical Treat, Pineapple Recipes, Pineapple Trivia, The Enzyme Bromelain, USDA's MyPlate, Ways To Enjoy A Pineapple
An assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables. Photo taken 03/18/16.

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Family, Youth and Community Sciences during May and June

by Amanda Quintos
July 3, 2025

Discover the latest research and practical solutions from UF/IFAS experts. These are the new EDIS/Ask IFAS documents published by Family, Youth and Community Sciences during May and June. Stay informed and inspired with our updates! Reducing ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Department Of Family Youth And Community Sciences, Diabetes, Diabetes Risk

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