Category: Work & Life

Vacation Doesn’t Mean Taking a Vacation from Your Health

by Lori Wiggins
July 20, 2026

Summer is the perfect time to pack your bags, spend time with family and friends, and explore new places. Whether you're heading to the beach, taking a road trip, or enjoying a weekend getaway, vacations provide an opportunity to relax and recharge. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Exercise, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Physical Activity, Recreation, Summer, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension, Vacation

Healthy Eating with Diabetes: Small Changes That Make a Big Difference

by Lori Wiggins
July 20, 2026

Living with diabetes doesn’t mean giving up the foods you enjoy. Instead, it means learning how to make healthier choices that help keep blood sugar levels in a healthy range while supporting your overall well-being. A balanced diet is one ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Diabetes, Florida, Health, Healthy, Healthy Eating, Managing Diabetes, Nutrition, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension

Enjoy a Safe and Healthy Summer

by Lori Wiggins
June 26, 2026

Summer is finally here! It's the season of family vacations, backyard barbecues, picnics in the park, days at the beach, gardening projects, and plenty of time spent outdoors. While summer is full of opportunities to make memories with family ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Physical Activity, Recreation, Summer, Summer Safety, UF/IFAS Extension

Small Moves, Big Benefits: The Power of Short Bursts of Activity

by Lori Wiggins
June 11, 2026

Many people believe that improving their health requires spending hours at the gym or completing long, intense workouts. While structured exercise certainly has benefits, research continues to show that small bursts of movement throughout the ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Exercise, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension

Stay Hydrated This Summer: Why Water Matters More Than Ever

by Lori Wiggins
June 5, 2026

As temperatures rise during the summer months, staying hydrated becomes one of the most important things we can do to protect our health. Whether you're working outdoors, enjoying recreational activities, gardening, attending community events, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Hydration, Nutrition, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension, Water

The Power of Sleep: Why Rest Matters at Every Age

by Lori Wiggins
June 4, 2026

In today’s fast-paced world, sleep is often one of the first things people sacrifice. Whether it is staying up late to finish work, scrolling on phones, studying for exams, or managing busy family schedules, many Americans are not getting ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Better Sleep, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Sleep, Sleep Schedule, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension

Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month This June

by Lori Wiggins
June 3, 2026

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month, the perfect time for families to enjoy the flavors, colors, and health benefits of nature’s bounty. With summer gardens beginning to produce and farmer markets filling with fresh local produce, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension

Mental Health Matters: Small Steps That Can Make a Big Difference This May

by Lori Wiggins
May 5, 2026

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging conversations about mental and emotional well-being. While mental health has gained more attention in recent years, many ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Florida, Health, Healthy, Mental Health, UF/IFAS Extension

Simple Diet Changes Show Big Health Benefits, New Research Finds

by Lori Wiggins
April 20, 2026

A growing body of research in 2026 is reinforcing a message that nutrition experts have emphasized for years: small, consistent changes in diet can lead to meaningful improvements in overall health, even later in life. Recent findings tied ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Cooking, Family, Health, Healthy, Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension

Spring Forward: Using Longer Days to Boost Your Health

by Lori Wiggins
March 13, 2026

Now that we have adjusted our clocks for Daylight Saving Time, many people focus on the lost hour of sleep. However, the shift also brings a welcome benefit, longer evenings filled with natural light. Those extra daylight hours provide a perfect ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Exercise, Family, Florida, Health, Healthy, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension

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