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Eat Right, Bite by Bite

by Samantha Kennedy
March 3, 2020

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences March is National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Eat Right, Bite by Bite.” This theme was chosen to remind people of some of the basic nutrition ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Eating Right, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, National Nutrition Month, Wakulla, Wellness
Citra farm, University of Florida/IFAS Research and Education Center, wheat, tilling soil, disking, tractor, field. UF/IFAS Photo: Josh Wickham.

Ancient Grains Explained

by Samantha Kennedy
October 9, 2019

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences There are always a number of nutritional trends out there, with a new one emerging nearly every day. Some of the more recent trends include the increased consumption ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Ancient Grains, Diet, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Grains, Health, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Wakulla, Wakulla Extension

Eating Healthy on the Go

by Samantha Kennedy
September 16, 2019

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences Too Busy to Eat Healthy? Nonsense! The key to eating healthy on the go is planning ahead. With proper planning, it is easy to incorporate healthy food choices ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, Healthy Meals, Healthy Snacks, Nutrition, Wakulla, Wellness
packets of different sweeteners

High Fructose Corn Syrup: Saint or Sinner?

by Samantha Kennedy
November 9, 2018

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences I was recently asked about whether high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) was a “good” or “bad” ingredient. The simple answer is that it is not that simple. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Food, Health, Healthy Eating, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Nutrition, Sugar, Sweeteners, Wakulla Extension

Freezing: Nature’s Pause Button – March is National Frozen Food Month

by Melanie Taylor
February 26, 2018

Based on information provided by the American Frozen Food Institute, on average, 40% of all food in the United States goes uneaten and wasted, which is an annual loss of $165 million. Fresh fruit and vegetable waste makes up nearly one-third ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Budgeting, Family Meals, Family Nutrition And Health, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Frozen Foods, Fruit, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, January-March 2018, National Frozen Food Month, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell, Vegetables

Ghoulishly Good Practices for Halloween

by Melanie Taylor
October 16, 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 compiled by the American ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Child Development, Children, Family, Family Communication, Family Nutrition And Health, Food Safety, Halloween Safety, Health And Safety, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, October-December 2017, Panhandle-livingwell, Parenting, Poison Prevention, Snacks

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