Freezing: Nature’s Pause Button – March is National Frozen Food Month
Based on information provided by the American Frozen Food Institute, on average, 40% of all food in the United States goes uneaten and wasted, which is an annual loss of $165 million. Fresh fruit and vegetable waste makes up nearly one-third of this number. With these...
“The Scoop” for Coffee and Tea Lovers
When there’s a chill in the air, nothing sounds better than a hot cup of coffee or tea. But what are the health benefits and risks of these popular beverages? The answer may be much easier to swallow than you think. Coffee Americans consume over 400 billion cups of...
Cold, Allergy, or the Flu?
What Are the Differences of the Symptoms of a Cold, The Flu And Allergies? Laurie Osgood, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, UF/IFAS Extension, Gadsden County, FL You’re coming down with something…you have a stuffy nose, you’re coughing and you have a sore throat. Do...
Winterize Your Home and Electric Bill
We have recently gotten a taste of what our neighbors to the north typically experience this time of year - frigid temperatures! As the mercury plummets, utility bills move in the opposite direction. Winter is not over yet so follow these easy steps to save money on...
What Will Happen to the Family Farm?
The question of what happens to the family farm is often riddled with many emotional opinions. So much so that families may not communicate effectively about their wishes or plans. Many life events can change the dynamics of a family farm. Whether marriage,...
Get Your (Healthy) Snack On!
Snacks are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet. But not all snacks are created equal. All too often, we reach for the salty, sugary, prepackaged snacks like chips, cookies, and other sweets because they’re convenient and easy to grab and go. But be...
2018 Tax Filing Season Begins Jan. 29 -Tax Returns due April 17, 2018
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced recently the nation’s tax season begins Monday, January 29, 2018. The IRS also reminds taxpayers claiming certain tax credits to expect a longer wait for refunds. Nevertheless, many software companies and tax professionals...
A New Way to Buy Groceries?
Grocery shopping is probably one of my least favorite weekly chores. I have a family of picky eaters and it’s difficult to find healthy meals that please everyone. I can think of a million ways I’d rather spend my time than navigating the aisles of a crowded grocery...
Holiday Giving
Recently, in what I thought would be a quick Saturday errand, I got stuck in traffic. It took me a moment to realize that the holidays are upon us. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF®), from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, more than 174 million...
Thanks, I Kneaded That
One of the most beloved smells across cultures and classes is baking bread. It brings about associations of home and comfort – even among folks who have never even experienced baking bread at home! The tactile experience of touching, folding, and pushing dough – or...