July and August are undoubtedly the hottest months here in Florida. One step outside and you’re already drenched in sweat, wishing you were back inside with some air conditioning. Staying hydrated is key to help prevent dehydration during ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
With August comes the end of summer vacation, the start of back to school shopping and scorching days despite the torrential rainstorms that traditionally take over Florida’s summer afternoons. August is also traditionally when high school ... READ MORE
Category: Curriculum, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Floridians and visitors to the Sunshine State bake during the summer. Daytime temperatures often soar well into the 90s, and the heat index hovers over 100. Heat can be so oppressive it causes death, and a new University of Florida report ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
With large swaths of the country sizzling due to oppressive heat, many Americans are feeling parched. But just how much water will keep them properly hydrated and healthy? (more…) READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (SCCAHS) and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) have partnered to create an online toolkit to help protect agricultural workers from ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management
A fresh, red slice of watermelon evokes memories of fun in the sun. In fact, no backyard barbecue would be the same without it. The importance of watermelon in American culture is significant. Let’s take a closer look at this amazing fruit. Nutritional ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Summer is here, and with the rising temperatures, we all need a good strategy to stay cool and hydrated. Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of hydration and those tiny wonders called electrolytes. These are the secret ingredients that ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
We all know that water is essential for life. But have you ever stopped to think about why it's so crucial and how it truly benefits us? Keep reading to discover the amazing significance of water. When you hear "nutrition," you probably think ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Hello, summer! What better way to dive into August than to talk about one of the most well-known summertime fruits – watermelon! Did you know that here in Florida, we are the top producer of watermelon in the U.S.?! Summertime is the prime ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
As we enter the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, the prospect of catching the virus has become less of a barrier to many of us conducting daily life. Even for those of us who are vaccinated and boosted, it is important to be aware of how ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition