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

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

Clear the Shelter Month, Adopt A Companion

by patriciadnobles
August 19, 2022

August is Clear the Animal Shelter Month What better time than during the Clear an Animal Shelter Adoption Campaign to adopt a pet? What might be some of the benefits to pet owners? A recent article from the University of Florida News showed ... READ MORE

Category: , Events, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life
Tags: Adopt A Pet, Companion, Exercise, Healthy Living, Mental Health

Why Buy Local?

by Caitlin Justesen
November 23, 2021

Did you know that more than 90% of American farms are considered small farms? This means that a very large percentage of farms in the US make less than $250,000, and most are family owned (Small and Family Farms, n.d.). Florida itself has ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources

The Many Labels of Beef

by Caitlin Justesen
June 2, 2020

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 are ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Beef, Cattle, Food Supply, Healthy Lifestyle, Livestock

Depression Is Not a Normal Part of Aging

by Lynda Spence
April 21, 2020

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

Category: , Community Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Covid-19, COVID19, Covid19 And Covid-19, Depression, Older Adults, Sadness In Older Adults

Working Together through the COVID-19 Outbreak as a Family

by Lynda Spence
April 3, 2020

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 to modify some behaviors to help ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Covid-19, COVID19, Family, Family Budget

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