Tag: Family and Consumer Sciences

Have 2026 resolutions? Here is how to make them stick

by Lourdes Mederos
December 16, 2025

Every January, millions set ambitious wellness resolutions only to abandon them within weeks. In fact, the second Friday of January is known as Quitter’s Day, a reminder of how quickly good intentions fade. For 2026, we turn to Jessica ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Health & Nutrition, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Box Breathing, Consistency, Family And Consumer Sciences, Goals, Habit, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jessica Alfonso- Rodriguez, Mindful Moment, Mindfullness, Plan, Progress, Quitter's Day, Resolutions, Routine, SMART Objectives, Sustainability, Track, UF IFAS Family And Consumer Sciences, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County, University Of Florida, Wellness Resolutions

Physical Activity: A Key Ingredient for Holiday Health

by Kimberly McMahon
November 17, 2025

November is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal. It’s also a great opportunity to get active by participating in a local Turkey Trot or Thanksgiving 5K. Regular physical activity is ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Holiday Exercise, Physical Activity

“Chili” Weather Ahead

by Hillary MacMichael
October 27, 2025

Are you feeling chili? No, I’m not talking about the chill in the Florida air, I’m talking about having a delicious bowl of chili! Chili is a staple cold-weather food that’s surprisingly versatile. Whether you’re a meat‑lover or a ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, Nutrition, Ocextension, Recipes, Spices, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Don’t Let Sugar Haunt Your Health This Halloween!

by Kimberly McMahon
October 10, 2025

Spooky season has arrived, bringing with it festive fun filled with ghosts, pumpkins, and a seemingly endless supply of candy. Halloween may be full of spooky fun, but there's a hidden trick lurking in many treats: added sugar. According ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Healthy Holiday, Sugar, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County

Nelson wins national excellence award for transformative community Extension work

by Brad Buck
October 2, 2025

After nearly a decade of empowering Florida families through education and outreach, Nelly Nelson’s dedication has earned her one of the highest honors in Extension. In September, the Family and Consumer Sciences agent with the University ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: APLU, Association Of Public And Land-grant Universities, Association Of Southern Region Extension Directors’ Excellence In Extension Award, Family And Consumer Sciences, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food, Homeflow, Nelly Nelson, Nicole Walker, Nutrition, SMART Couples, Southwest Extension District, UF/IFAS Extension

Start the School Day Right with a Healthy Breakfast

by Kimberly McMahon
September 25, 2025

With the back-to-school season in full swing, mornings can feel rushed as families juggle getting out the door on time. But even during the hustle, it’s important to make sure children start the day with a healthy breakfast whether ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Healthy Breakfast, School Breakfast, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County

Introducing the Sarasota County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent

by Amber Daniels
September 24, 2025

We are excited to welcome Amber Daniels as the new FCS Extension Agent in Sarasota County. Amber joins us after over a decade of career experience in food assistance programming, nutrition education, public health, health coaching, and weight ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Amber Daniels, Family And Consumer Sciences, FCS, Health, Nutrition, Pgm_FCS

Sip Into Fall: Cozy Pumpkin Latte Makeover

by Hillary MacMichael
September 23, 2025

There’s something about that first sip of a pumpkin spice latte that makes it feel officially fall. The cozy spices, the creamy texture, the hint of sweetness-it’s no wonder this drink has become the season’s most beloved beverage. But ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Healthy Drinks, Healthy Swaps, Nutrition, Ocextension, Pumpkin, Spices, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Families Are Coping with Financial Struggles

by Nelly Nelson
August 15, 2025

Families are coping with financial struggles as we move through 2025; many families across the nation are grappling with the growing weight of financial stress. From rising living costs and housing shortages to job market shifts driven by automation ... READ MORE

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Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Family Money Management, Financial Assistance, Financial Management, Manatee County, Manatee County Extension, Money Management, UF/IFAS Extension

Finding Help in Hard Times

by Nelly Nelson
August 12, 2025

As financial challenges persist into 2025, many families are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about where to turn and are finding help in hard times. Whether you're struggling to pay bills, keep up with rent, or find affordable childcare, ... READ MORE

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Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Family Money Management, Finances With Children, Financial Management, Manatee County, Manatee County Extension, Mental Health, Money Management, UF/IFAS Extension

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