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In my last blog, we celebrated World Food Safety Day (June 07) and listed out the four food safety practices: CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK, and CHILL. This blog will focus on keeping things CLEAN, and some everyday habits that you can incorporate into ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![Food packed into a refrigerator and freezer. [CREDIT: Pixabay.com, pexels]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/06/2022_FCS_blogFoodSafetyRefrigerate01_pixabayPexels_crop1650x470TINY.png)
All along the food chain, from farm to food companies to our local grocery stores and restaurants, following food safety regulations helps to minimize the risks of a foodborne illness. But, it shouldn't stop there. We, too, need to follow these ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![thermometer checks temperature of grilling chicken. [credit: uf/ifas, tyler jones]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2019/06/2019_FCS_foodsafetyGrilling01_CROP1338x357.jpg)
In our last blog post on the four elements of basic food safety practices—CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK and CHILL—we discussed how to SEPARATE food and items to avoid illness-causing cross-contamination. Now, let's talk about COOKing foods to their ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![an array of kitchen cooking utensils, along with an assortment of plates. [credit: pixabay. conger design]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/06/2022_FCS_blogFoodSafetyKitchenUtensils02_pixabayCongerDesign_CROP1650x470TINY.png)
As we continue the discussion of World Food Safety Day, we turn our attention to another cornerstone of basic food safety practices: SEPARATE. As a quick recap, the four elements to basic food safety are: CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK and CHILL. ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![an array of task-focused cutting boards (e.g., meat, fish, poultry), and a chef's knife. [credit: uf/ifas]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/05/2021_FCS_blogFoodSafety_cuttingBoards01_ifasJonesTylerCROP1650x470TINY.png)
World Food Safety Day might be right around the corner (June 7), but it's a good idea to be aware every day of how we handle our food. At home. That's not necessarily the case for many. As evidence, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ... READ MORE
Category: Work & Life![Hurricans Irma, Jose and Katia line up across the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean in 2017. [CREDIT: NOAA]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/06/2020_FCS_factsheetHurricanesIrmaJoseKatia20170908_noaaCROP1650x470TINY.png)
We have officially entered the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 through Nov. 30. To help prepare, consumers can purchase qualifying supplies exempt from tax during the 2022 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. The sales ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life![an array of oranges, sliced oranges, orange juice in a glass, and orange juice in a pitcher. [credit: uf/ifas, tyler jones]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/04/2022_Comms_orangesJuiceEtc_ifasJonesTylerCROP1338x357.png)
When people think of Florida, they often think of sandy beaches, sunshine and... oranges. On May 4, we can celebrate oranges with National Orange Juice Day. According to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![a group of older adults hiking on a trail. [credit: Roy Buri, Pixabay]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/03/2022_FCS_peoplehiking_PixabayCROP1338x357.jpg)
No matter what age you are, it's never too late to start moving your body. Regular physical activity is a gift that you can give to yourself. Physical activity promotes good health and a better outlook on life. If you've been sedentary for ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![exterior picture of Florida home. [Credit: UF/IFAS]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/03/2022_FCS_blogFloridaHome_ifasCROP1338X357.jpg)
Getting ready to leave Florida and head back north? Well, before you lock the door to head out, it's a good idea to pay attention to some important details. First, know that you are leaving your home behind just as we begin the hurricane ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & Life![Assortment of fruits and vegetables laid out on a table. [CREDIT: UF/IFAS]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2022/03/Fruits_Veg_CROP_1338X357.jpg)
You've probably heard plenty about keeping healthy by eating right, staying hydrated, and getting enough exercise and sleep. But, as you age, have you ever thought about your daily diet and whether you are getting the right amounts of vitamins ... READ MORE
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