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National Muffin Day (February 20th)– Let’s Make Them Healthier


February 18, 2025

The earliest muffins date back to English muffins, which originated in Wales. While English muffins have their fans, the American-style muffin is often sweeter and more indulgent. In fact, American muffins closely resemble cupcakes without frosting. ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Antioxidants, Bananas, Energy, Fiber, Fruits, Grilled Muffin, Minerals, Muffin, Nuts, Vegetables, Vitamins, Whole Grains
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All About Fiber: Meeting Your Health Goals With This Overlooked Carbohydrate


September 16, 2024

Welcome to Nutrition Stories, a series exploring hot topics in nutrition and dietetics! Today's guest is Courtney Sroka, a student in the UF Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) in the Food Science and Human Nutrition program at The University ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Courtney Sroka, Dietetics, Fiber, FSHN Nutrition Stories, Hot Topic, Hot Topics In Nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition Stories
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A Whole Lot of Information for Whole Grains Month


September 3, 2024

Did you know that September is Whole Grains Month? And, did you know that the federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans tell us that at least half our grains should be whole grains? And, do you know the parts of a whole grain? Or, the nutritional ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: B Vitamin, Bran, Endosperm, Fiber, Food, Germ, Grain, Health, Nutrition, Pgm_FCS, Refined Grain, Whole Grain

Dietary Fiber


July 5, 2023

IS DIETARY FIBER BENEFICIAL TO MY BODY? Yes, it is. That is why we often hear-“Include plenty of whole grains in your diet”.  Fiber can help to prevent constipation, lower cholesterol, and more. DO I NEED FIBER IN MY DIET? Healthy ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Bran, Broward County, Dietary Fiber, Digestion, Digestive Health, Eat Fiber Rich Foods, Eating For Good Health, Fiber, Germ And Endosperm, Grain Kernel, How Much Fiber Do I Need, Is Fiber Beneficial?, Popcorn, Prevent Constipation, UF/IFAS Solutions, White Rice Versus Brown Rice, Whole Grains, Why Do I Need Fiber?

Get Health Benefits this Summer! Focus on Fruits and Vegetables 


July 1, 2022

Want to get healthier this summer? As part of an overall healthy diet, eating fruits and vegetables, that are lower in calories, instead of some other higher-calorie food, may be useful in helping to lower calorie intake and lower body weight. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
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