Tag: Healthy Lifestyles

For 2026, do you resolve to lead a healthier lifestyle? Making it a habit is easier said than done

by Brad Buck
December 17, 2025

If you’re like many people, you will make a New Year’s resolution to eat better and exercise more. It might seem simple enough to start your diet and walking, but making those actions into habits can be a lot tougher. Research indicates ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Action, Contemplation, Diet, Exercise, Family, Food Science And Human Nutrition, Habit, Healthy Lifestyles, Heidi Radunovich, Laura Acosta, New Year, Outcome, Psychologist, Registered Dietitian, Resolutions, Self-reflection, SMART, Stages Of Change/Transtheoretical Model, Sweets, Vegetables, Youth, Youth And Community Sciences

Nourish to Flourish: Smart Nutrition for Healthy Aging Celebrating National Nutrition Month

by Felicia Marable-Williams
March 3, 2025

Aging gracefully starts with good nutrition! As we grow older, our bodies undergo changes that require different dietary needs. Eating well can help maintain energy levels, boost immunity, and support overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Chronic Disease, Fruits And Veggies, Health, Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Living, Mindful Eating, National Nutrition Month, Nutrition, Older Adults, Physical Activity, Strength Training, Whole Grains

Nurturing Emotional Wellness

by Melanie Thomas
December 21, 2023

Emotional wellness plays a crucial role in our overall health and quality of life. Understanding the determinants of health, especially those related to emotional well-being, is essential for leading a balanced and fulfilling life. What is ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Emotional Health, Healthy Lifestyles, Mindfulness, Stress, Well-being, Wellness

Growing Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle in Seminole County 2023

by Morgan Pinkerton
May 22, 2023

Grow Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle Beginning in April, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County hosted a five week Grow Your Healthy Florida Lifestyle Series. The class met every Friday for 3 hours to learn all about the dimensions of wellness and ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: Farm To Fork, Freshfromflorida, Healthy Lifestyles, KnowYourFood, SeminoleCountyAg, ThinkLocal

Ghoulishly Good Practices for Halloween

by Melanie Taylor
October 31, 2017

From candy to pumpkins to the costumes, Halloween is a fun-filled time for kids and adults alike. However, it can pose dangers. To help make this year's trick-or-treat a safe and fun time, follow these simple safety tips complied by the American ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H School Enrichment, Essential Elements Of 4-H, Food And Nutrition, Food Science, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Volunteer Resources

‘My Head to Clearer Thinking:’ Managing Stress

by Yolanda
January 22, 2016

“I pledge my head to clearer thinking” is part of the 4-H pledge. Clear thinking helps us to make wiser choices/decisions but when we are under a lot of stress our thinking can be cloudy and our bodies can experience short and long term ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H

Making a Fresh Start in 2016

by prudencecathy
January 11, 2016

Happy New Year! This month, our blog will be focusing on tips and ideas for making a fresh start. Do you have a New Year’s Resolution yet? If so, how do you plan to make sure you will achieve your goal? How can you assure yourself it is ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Goal, Healthy Lifestyles, New Year, Panhandle 4-H, Uncategorized

Tips for Healthier Holiday Cooking

by Melanie Taylor
December 11, 2015

The holidays are often filled with time-honored traditions that include some of our favorite meals and foods. As you celebrate, think of little changes you can make this holiday season to create healthier meals and active days. An added bonus, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Alumni, 4-H Club Group Activities, Citizenship And Leadership, Club Activities, Club Helps, Club Leader, Communication, Community Service, Confidence, Disease Prevention, Emotional Health, Essential Elements Of 4-H, Family, Family Friendly Recipies, Family Relationships, Florida Agriculture, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Science, General, Generosity, Gratitude, Hands, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Physical Activity, Responsibility, Service Learning, Tips For Parents, Volunteers, Youth Leadership

Packing a Healthy School Lunch

by Melanie Taylor
September 11, 2015

Packing the kids’ lunches for school means you know which nutritious foods they are eating. Here are some budget-friendly, creative ideas to keep kids happy and healthy at lunchtime. Make a “Smarter” Sandwich: While some kids prefer ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Disease Prevention, Family, Family Friendly Recipies, Family Relationships, Food And Nutrition, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Schools, Tips For Parents

4-H Opportunities at School

by hckent
August 21, 2015

For more than 100 years, 4-H clubs have been (and still are) the backbone of our youth development program. But did you know that 4-H also provides opportunities for youth to participate in programs during and after school? Not all youth have ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Afterschool, 4-H School Enrichment, 4-H Science, Citizenship And Leadership, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Schools, Volunteers

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