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Finding Calm in a Confusing World

by Samantha Kennedy
March 23, 2020

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences We like to feel as if we are always in control of our lives, especially during a crisis. Being in control provides us with feelings of confidence and strength, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Anxiety, Coronavirus, Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Health And Wellness, Mental Health, Reducing Stress, Stress, Wakulla

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
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High Blood Pressure: Get the Facts

by Samantha Kennedy
February 24, 2020

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences In honor of American Heart Month, I wanted to share a few facts about high blood pressure. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 78 million people ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Families & Consumers, Family And Consumer Sciences, Health, Health And Wellness, High Blood Pressure, Hypertension, Nutrition, Wakulla, Wellness

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
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Sunscreen Made Simple

by Samantha Kennedy
June 28, 2019

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences The sun is already scorching here in Wakulla County and it is not even officially summer yet. It is a constant and relentless companion when we are outside, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Health And Wellness, Sun Protection, Sun Safety, Sunburn, Sunscreen, Wakulla, Wakulla Extension, Wellness
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Enjoy the Water Safely This Summer

by Samantha Kennedy
June 15, 2018

During the hot summer months, many people flock to the water for a little fun in the sun. Fortunately for us, Wakulla County is blessed with an abundance of water bodies which are popular recreation sites. However, the water can be dangerous ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, FCS, Health And Wellness, Newsletter Highlight, Personal Safety, Samantha Kennedy, Skennedy, Summer, Swimming, Wakulla County, Wakulla Extension, Wakullaco, Water, Water Safety