Take a trip to the grocery store and pick up almost any packaged food item. Chances are, it contains added sugar. While enjoying an occasional sweet treat is perfectly fine, regularly consuming too much added sugar has been linked to weight ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Mark your calendars, composters! This spring, come to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Compost Consortium! WHERE: Mid-Florida Research and Education Center 2725 S. Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 WHEN: ... READ MORE
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Many of us are accustomed to associating large restaurant portions with greater value. Naturally, we try to recreate that same experience at home when preparing meals. Unfortunately, this habit often leads to overeating, weight gain, which then ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
What is Brucellosis? Brucellosis is a bacterial disease that can affect both humans and animals. It's often transmitted through contact with infected animals, their products, or through the air. It causes fever, joint pain, and fatigue. Wild ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Spring has sprung and it’s time to take part in the tradition of spring cleaning your home. You will find that the multiple benefits outweigh the time and effort spent when you find yourself feeling less stress, enjoying a better mood, not ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management
In 2023, Nassau County 4-H hosted a Food Challenge Day Camp, introducing youth to fundamental cooking skills, including knife techniques, cross-contamination prevention, proper meat temperatures, and more. Due to the camp’s overwhelming success ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Health & Nutrition
Youth Forest Ecology SPIN Club in Nassau County 2024 4-H Forest Ecology Judging Team, Nassau County, Florida This club teaches curriculum from the 4-H Forest Ecology State Contest. Please reference website: https://programs.ifas.ufl.edu/florida-4-h-forest-ecology/ Club ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Relationships & Family
Medicare plans change every year. They can change how much they cost, what they cover, and which doctors and pharmacies you can use. It's important to look at your Medicare health and drug coverage and decide if you want to make any changes. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tailgating and football go hand in hand. Tailgating literally means serving food and drink from the tailgate of a car or truck. These pre-game parties often involve salads, sandwiches, and grilling food. The following tips can help protect you ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Work & Life
Whether you are approaching Medicare or already have Medicare, you might be wondering what is the difference between “Original Medicare,” and “Medicare Advantage Plans”? To begin, think of Original Medicare (parts A & B) as a-la-carte, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition