It’s nothing new that from birth to age 2 proper nutrition is critical for growth and development. During the early years, it also sets the stage for establishing healthy dietary patterns critical for proper brain development and growth. The ... READ MORE
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The occurrence of diabetes over the past 20 years has nearly doubled and that number could be even higher due to some living with diabetes and not knowing it. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control reports more than 37 million people have ... READ MORE
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Food allergies affect 32 million Americans, of which 26 million are adults. The reaction can be life-threatening with 200,000 requiring emergency medical care yearly related to reactions from food. In children there has been a 50% increase ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
What are proteins made of and what makes them so powerful? Proteins are made of essential and non-essential amino acids. There are nine that your body can’t make and the only way we get them is from food sources, these are referred to as essential. ... READ MORE
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It’s not anything new, we know we should have it as part of our daily eating pattern, but why? Fiber can keep our digestion on track, contribute to heart health, help us achieve a healthy weight, and prevent and manage many chronic diseases. ... READ MORE
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No matter your age our lifestyles have become very sedentary. Yet getting enough physical activity is a critical factor in our health status. Adequate physical activity helps your body function properly, improves sleep habits, and can reduce ... READ MORE
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It’s the season of celebrations, gatherings, and special meals together. As we prepare and carry out those celebrations, we need to keep food safety at the top of our mind to keep those we love healthy and safe. This is important in planning, ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
Fall is here, and it's time to huddle up to prepare your tailgate plans for football season—no need to scramble at home or while away. Health and nutrition can be part of your plans while enjoying delicious pre-game delights. Traditionally ... READ MORE
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Many of us recall hearing, "drink your milk; it's good for your bones," when we were young. While that is true, no matter your age, we need the right balance of healthy eating with physical activity to provide our body the tools it needs to ... READ MORE
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It’s recommended that half our plates are fruits and vegetables and to include 2-3 different colors of produce each day to soak up a variety of health benefits. To add a little flavor, we may crack open a bottle of our favorite dressing and ... READ MORE
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