UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
Fall brings about sunshine, crisp fresh air, sweet aromas, bright colors, shorter days and eating more. Yes, eating more. Research shows that people show a marked seasonal rhythm with increased total caloric consumption, especially from carbohydrates, in the… Read More
While this Sunday evening will be all about football, we can’t deny that food is just as important. Here are a few recipes to bring your “A” game to the any Superbowl party and still eat healthy. Guacamole… Read More
You’ve finished your holiday meal, including perhaps, seconds. The aroma of traditional foods still wafts from the kitchen. Lots of people will make leftovers, whether it’s turkey sandwiches or a veggie dish. But some UF/IFAS Extension agents suggest… Read More
Between the lack of time in the work day and the convenience of ordering prepared foods, some families may find that cooking at home is a challenge. With the ease of picking up or delivery of these foods… Read More
Self-care is what you do for yourself to maintain good physical and mental health. Often in times of stress, we may be less inclined to take good care of ourselves and put self-care on hold. However, it is… Read More
Whether you consider a stress to positive or negative, your body reacts by releasing stress hormones and in turn, your body responds. Depending on the severity or type of stress you might be experiencing, your body is likely… Read More
Let’s Walk Florida, UF IFAS Extension’s free 10-week virtual program, is about to launch! Leon, Wakulla, Gadsden, Bay, Jackson, Calhoun, Liberty and Gulf counties will be helping Floridians achieve their health and wellness goals through physical activity. Why… Read More
Celebrating Heart Health in February couldn’t get any healthier or sweeter than with a delicious heart-healthy piece of dark chocolate or dessert made with dark chocolate. By now you already know that almost any recipe can be made… Read More
Mention fruit for dessert and you typically think of something sweet to end a savory meal. From apples to watermelon and most everything in between, but there are exceptions, and avocado is one of them. Avocado is actually… Read More
Don’t be fooled when it comes to choosing your drink. There is a big nutrition difference between juice and other beverages. Juice is the liquid from a fruit. Beverages that contain 100% juice can be labeled as a… Read More
