By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Broccoli is more than a side dish — it is a nutrition powerhouse linked to many health benefits, including ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Blueberries are more than just a sweet snack! They are rich in nutrients that support good health. These ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
As fall begins, the holidays will soon be upon us. The holidays are a great time to focus on healthy eating. You can modify your favorite recipes to make them healthier yet still taste good. Simple substitutions can reduce fat, sodium, sugar, ... READ MORE
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Many people love to eat beets, while others are hesitant to try them. Beets rhyme with "treats," and I think they’re a healthy, low-calorie, and nutritious treat too! You can enjoy them pickled or plain. Whole, sliced, or diced. On top ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Little trees, dino pops, nature’s lollipops—no matter what you call it, broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with a range of health benefits, this versatile veggie has rightfully earned its place on the superfoods list. Originating ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
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
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![whole-grain cereals pour from a glass jar into a pile, with other piles nearby, on a flat, empty tabletop. [credit: pixabay.com, angelica vaihel]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2024/08/2024_FCS_grainsWholeJarCereals_pixabayAngelicaVaihelCROP1650x470.png)
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
Leaky gut is linked to inflammation and the origin of many chronic diseases. Understand Leaky Gut Our intestines have a thin layer of cells covered by mucus. This unicellular (one cell) thin layer separates the intestines from the bloodstream. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
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
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