It’s strawberry season. In addition to getting ready to attend the strawberry festival, why not make your own strawberry jam as well? UF/Pasco Extension will be offering its first canning class at the One Stop Shop building (formerly… Read More
What intensity level are your workouts? Once you get the all-clear from your doctor, make sure you know what intenstiy level of exercise you are doing, as this can help you reach your health goals. Your level is… Read More
In Florida, you can’t tell that it’s fall by watching the local weather report. Instead, you know that it’s fall based on the amount of pumpkin-flavored products found at coffee shops, bakeries, and the grocery stores. By now,… Read More
We all know by now that living a sedentary lifestyle is not healthy. Countless studies show its association with obesity, cancer, and other chronic conditions. But many of us may not know how to begin an active lifestyle. … Read More
UF Extension will be teaching another class at the Advent Health Zephyrhills wellness center. It is a 12 week program called Towards Permanent Weight Management. We will meet for an hour for 12 Thursdays starting July 11th from… Read More
Some people don’t think salad can be a main meal. They look at it as an appetizer. And while it can definitely be an appetizer, especially at restaurants where they are highly marketed as an appetizer or side… Read More
Have you checked your blood pressure lately? If not, you should! Roughly 46 percent of Americans have high blood pressure, yet many of them don’t even realize it. Even if you’re not sure what your blood pressure reading… Read More
Did you know that there is a week that is dedicated to drinking water? It’s through the American Water Works Association, and this year, it is May 5-11. It’s not just about recognizing the health benefits of water, but… Read More
With the “spring forward” time change happening this Saturday, now is a good time to think about your sleeping habits. Because this is the one non-holiday weekend where we can all agree that we will feel tired on… Read More
February is known for many things: Ground Hog’s Day, Super Bowl Sunday, President’s Day, and all those hearts for Valentine’s Day. But there’s another heart you should be paying attention to everyday of the year: your heart. You may or may… Read More
