Category: Health & Nutrition

Egg-cellent Celebrations: Safeguarding Springtime Traditions with Egg Safety Tips

by Melanie Thomas
March 28, 2024

Springtime brings warmer weather and festive occasions like Easter, Passover, and graduations. And what's a spring celebration without eggs? From cooking all the traditional recipes to preparing for the annual egg hunt, it's important to handle ... READ MORE

Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Easter Eggs, Egg Safety, Food Safety, Foodbourne Illness, Healthy Holiday, Salmonella

Preserving Strawberries: A Guide to Freezing

by Melanie Thomas
February 16, 2024

As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Food Preservation, Food Safety, Freezing Fruit, Strawberries

Private Well and Septic System Care Workshop in Marion County

by Yilin
February 6, 2024

Join Us for a Workshop on Private Drinking Well Maintenance, Well Water Quality, and Septic System Care in Marion County! Are you concerned about the safety of your drinking water and the health of your septic system? Your worries end here! ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Drinking Water, Florida Well Owner Network, FWON, Onsite Systems, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Sewer, Water, Water Testing, Well Water

Nurturing Emotional Wellness

by Melanie Thomas
December 21, 2023

Emotional wellness plays a crucial role in our overall health and quality of life. Understanding the determinants of health, especially those related to emotional well-being, is essential for leading a balanced and fulfilling life. What is ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Emotional Health, Healthy Lifestyles, Mindfulness, Stress, Well Being, Wellness

What is Insulin Resistance and How to Reverse It?

by Rebecca Elliott
November 27, 2023

"Individuals with Type 1 diabetes have an insulin PRODUCTION problem. They no longer produce insulin. However, individuals with type 2 diabetes have an insulin RESISTANCE problem. They produce insulin or some insulin, but their body resists ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: DiabetesType2, Insulin, Insulinresistance, ReverseInsulinResistance, ReversingType2Diabetes

What is Leaky Gut?

by Rebecca Elliott
November 21, 2023

Leaky gut is linked to inflammation and the origin of many chronic diseases. Understand Leaky Gut Our intestines have a thin layer of cells covered by mucus. This unicellular (one cell) thin layer separates the intestines from the bloodstream. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Fiber, FiberAndGutHealth, GutBacteria, GutBrainHealth, GutHealth, GutMicrobiome, Inflammation, LeakyGut

How to Turn White Potatoes into a Resistant Starch

by Rebecca Elliott
November 15, 2023

The glycemic index (GI) is the measure of how fast a food can raise your blood sugar. The Glycemic Index of Foods High-GI foods: These foods have a GI of 70-100 and can raise your blood sugar very fast. For instance, pure sugar water is often ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: FiberAndGutHealth, GlycemicIndex, IrishPotatoes, Low-GiFoods, ResistantStarch, Starch, SweetPotatoes, WhitePotatoes

Embracing Fall: Sip Your Coffee and Enjoy the Crisp Weather

by Melanie Thomas
October 13, 2023

As the leaves change color and a gentle chill fills the air, coffee lovers have yet another reason to rejoice. Fall has arrived, bringing with it the perfect backdrop for enjoying your favorite brew. In this article, we'll explore the wonderful ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Coffee Benefits, Fall Flavors, Good Mornings, Healthy Lifestyle, Heart Health, Wellness

How to Substitute Herbs and Spices for Excess Salt, Sugar, and Fat

by Rebecca Elliott
August 22, 2023

Excess fat, salt, and sugar in foods contribute to several health problems. However, we do not have to compromise taste. Just substitute excess salt, sugar, and fat for herbs and spices when cooking. How to Substitute Salt for Herbs The ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: CookingWithHerbsAndSpices, HealthBenefitsOfHerbsAndSpices, Herbs And Spices

Turmeric Health Benefits and How to Grow it Home

by Rebecca Elliott
August 18, 2023

Turmeric is a bright yellow color tropical spice related to ginger (they are cousins). It has an earthy, somewhat bitter, spicy flavor. You can purchase it as a whole root or powder in most supermarkets. There has been an increase in research ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition
Tags: Ginger, HealthBenefitsOfTurmeric, Herbs And Spices, HowToGrowTurmeric, Spices, Turmeric

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