Magnesium is one of the essential minerals that our bodies need to function. It is involved in 600 reactions found across the body including muscle movement, energy, protein and gene creation, and nervous system regulation. With the average ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
The term “freshman 15” describes the widespread belief that college students gain fifteen pounds during their first year. This concept originated in the mid-to-late 1980s, with a 1985 peer-reviewed article reporting an average weight gain ... READ MORE
Category: , Health & Nutrition
Did you know? Sleep occupies a significant portion of our lives. On average, sleep makes up one-fourth to one-third of a person's lifetime. Despite its importance, sleep time varies with age. Here's a breakdown of the daily ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Are you a dessert person, a fan of the midnight snack, or someone who enjoys returning home from the long work day to a hefty dinner? I sure am, but I have started to rethink these habits. Since reading a recent EDIS publication on chrononutrition, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
School is back in session. The long days of summer and not following a schedule have come to an end. It is important to help your child/teenager get back on a regular schedule and into a normal sleep routine. Busy lifestyles filled with school, ... READ MORE
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In our last Aging Healthy post, we discussed making healthy food choices and briefly looked at some healthy eating patterns. Today’s post will focus on sleep and what we can do for a good night’s rest. Perhaps many of you have found ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Spring signals a time for shedding layers, embracing vibrant fashion trends, and engaging in the annual ritual of spring cleaning. This isn't just about reorganizing your closet; it's also an opportunity to shed any unhealthy winter habits you ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
Stress is something we deal with all throughout the year, but the holidays can bring even more stress. Stress is defined by Merriam Webster as "a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
As part of my Florida Sea Grant Extension work, I teach and present about elasmobranchs (which includes sharks, rays, and skates) to diverse groups of people. Topics vary, from basic biology to shark fishing regulations, conservation status, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Work & Life