We are fortunate to have choices in most things, especially our food supply. These choices can become complicated if you are not aware of labeling implications and various marketing strategies. When it comes to beef products your choices… Read More
Depression is common in older adults. Late-life depression affects 6 million Americans aged 65 or older yet only 10% receive treatment. Even though older adults are at an increased risk for experiencing depression, it is not… Read More
It’s a Family Thing Communicate with children about money matters. From as early of an age as four or five years old, children can be taught they are part of a team and the family team has… Read More
Getting by in Uncertain Times: Communication Sets the Tone When we experience periods in our lives when there seem to be more questions than answers, it’s extremely important to keep the lines of communication open. The COVID-19 outbreak… Read More
Medical Appointments during the COVID-19 Outbreak Taking into consideration the COVID-19 outbreak, monitoring our health and well-being has taken on even more importance. In light of the pandemic, you may be wondering about your medical appointments. Which ones… Read More
Updated 03/16/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office… Read More
Mini-Series for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes UF/IFAS Extension in Marion County is offering this course for adults with type 2 diabetes to help them better manage their diabetes. The mini-series will teach participants about diabetes and insulin… Read More
Microgreens, sometimes called baby greens or vegetable confetti, are edible plants that are harvested at the first true leaf stage. Microgreens are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that can have significant health benefits. They are an easy edition… Read More
Holiday side dishes got you stumped this year? Would you like to feature a new and different vegetable dish? How about introducing a novel tradition this year by serving bell peppers? They are loaded with nutrients, very low… Read More
Surviving the holidays with diabetes. Living well with diabetes is a 24/7, year-round challenge of balancing nutrition, physical activity, and medication. This is especially true during the holiday season. The sheer volume of food, particularly the extra special… Read More
