In today's high-speed and technological world, conversations about mental health have gained momentum, and the importance of addressing mental illnesses is finally being recognized. However, despite this progress, the stigma surrounding mental ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
In today's fast-paced and demanding world, stress has become an all-too-familiar companion for many individuals. The pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and juggle personal responsibilities can leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Mindfulness, ... READ MORE
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The University of Florida's Food Safety and Quality Program is dedicated to providing training that enables food managers and staff to offer Florida consumers food that is prepared in a clean and safe environment. This is a review class. ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Looking to get a little healthier this year? Maybe that was your New Year’s resolution… well, we made it a little easier to get out there and get some exercise in this year! During this 6-week program, you’ll receive weekly Health eGuides ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Congratulations to our new Wakulla County Extension Director, Samantha Kennedy! Director for the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension program Although Samantha is taking on a new role as the Director for the UF/IFAS Wakulla County ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life
Last month I shared Six Tips for Reducing Food Waste. I would like to continue on the theme of reducing food waste by talking more specifically about ways to use food scraps effectively to prevent them from ending up in the landfill. As I ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
To download a PDF of this fact sheet, click here. READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Work & LifeFood waste is a huge problem here in the United States. Here are a few incredible facts: Food is the most common solid source of waste in American landfills. Anywhere from 25-40% of food grown, processed, and transported in the US will never ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have turned to cooking more meals at home. Preparing meals and eating at home has many benefits. When cooking meals, you can select the ingredients and choose healthy recipes lower in saturated ... READ MORE
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Guess what, guys? We made it! We have finally put 2020 behind us and are now looking forward to 2021. I, for one, am hopeful. I am expecting great things from this year. Admittedly, I have not always had an optimistic outlook. I used to like ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life