![Plan Ahead for Back to School Savings](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/07/school-supplies-banner-1080x357.jpg)
Plan Ahead for Back to School Savings
It’s still the dog days of summer so it’s hard to believe that the first day of school is right around the corner. Soon, the kids will be wrapping up the lazy days of summer and the fun of summer camps and family vacations to prepare for the back to school routine....
![Summer and Water: They Go Together Like Peas and Carrots](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/07/IMG_9965-1080x357.jpg)
Summer and Water: They Go Together Like Peas and Carrots
Summer has hit the Florida Panhandle with a vengeance this year! If you’re out in the heat it’s especially important to make sure to keep your body well-hydrated. After all, water is the single largest component of our body, and it’s essential for life....
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Recharge for a Low Charge
“Summer” and “vacation” seem to go hand-in-hand, as school is out and schedules are a little more laid back. Now that summer is here, you may be making plans for a getaway to your favorite spot. Perhaps, you are saving up for that dream trip next summer but you’d...
![Share Your Picnic with Food Safety This Summer](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/06/Picnic-Spread-1080x357.jpg)
Share Your Picnic with Food Safety This Summer
There are few things more iconic during summer than a picnic. There’s just something fresh and fun about sharing a meal in the park or at the beach with family and friends. But just because you’re enjoying the warm, gentle breeze doesn’t mean you should throw...
![Stop the Robocall Madness](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/06/cellphone-banner-1080x357.jpg)
Stop the Robocall Madness
I know I am not the only one fed up with the robocall madness. I no longer answer calls from numbers I do not recognize, and I block known scam numbers. These tactics don’t stop the incoming calls, though. I am often left with a voicemail box full of spam....
![Crops in Season: June](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/06/lychee-banner-1080x357.jpg)
Crops in Season: June
Part of cultivating a healthy, sustainable food system is to learning eat seasonally and locally. This means enjoying foods at their seasonal peak. In addition, there is value knowing when produce items are in season as these products are often tastier, healthier,...
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Men and Women Handle Stress Differently
What is Stress Anyway? The traffic is awful, a report is due, the laundry is piling up, and the kids are fighting. Life is full of stress! According to the National Institute of Mental Health, stress is how the brain and body respond to any physical, mental, and/or...
![Blueberries: A Spectacular Summer Superfood](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/06/Ginny-Blueberries-banner-picture-1080x357.jpg)
Blueberries: A Spectacular Summer Superfood
America’s favorite superfood is ripe in the Florida Panhandle! Well, it may not actually be everyone’s favorite, but it’s definitely a tasty superfood. Of course, I’m talking about the blueberry. If you love the sweet nutritious little blue fruit, now is the time to...
![Avoid the Dangers of Dehydration this Summer](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/fcs/files/2019/05/drink-water-1-banner-1080x357.jpg)
Avoid the Dangers of Dehydration this Summer
Nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than an ice-cold glass of water! Water is an essential component to good health. In fact, it makes up 60% of your body’s weight and is involved in various metabolic processes throughout your body. Without it, you could...
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Getting to Know Herbs
Herbs are like people; each herb has its own personality. Some herbs have bold flavors and should be used with care while others are mild and can be used more freely. View Shopping for Health: Herbs and Spices for more about this. Herbs can be divided into two...