Did you grow up preserving food? Whether it was by water bath or pressure canning, drying, or freezing, there are multiple ways to preserve food! Even if you don't have the experience, it's never too late to learn. Join us on Thursday, February ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Registration is open for the March 4Health Virtual 5K 4‑H health, nutrition, and fitness programs help youth understand the importance of eating right, physical fitness, being active and practicing good hygiene. Mastering these basic health ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, Health & Nutrition
If you get an annual physical, you probably get blood work done as well. Among the results, you will find your cholesterol numbers labeled as Total Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides. Do you know what they are, and what are considered ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
County Fair time is upon us! Some look forward to the rides, some look forward to the food, others look forward to the cute animals. Whatever draws you in, no doubt you'll probably participate in at least two of the three activities. Spending ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, WORK & LIFE
Do you find yourself at work hungry and there are no healthy snacks in sight?! You're trying to make healthy choices, but you're surrounded by cookies and chips! Don't worry! Having healthy snacks around is not hard, nor does it have to be boring. ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
“Lose 30 pounds in 30 days!” “Sprinkle this powder on anything you eat and watch the fat melt off of your body!” “Eat whatever you want and still lose weight!” How many of us have heard these claims? The concept of dieting is ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
When I started working for UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County, I learned that one of my program areas would include teaching food preservation classes. I suddenly had flashbacks to my Peace Corps service, living with my host family, and watching ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE