Tag: Family Youth and Community Sciences Department

Healthy Eating: No-Cook Breakfast Ideas (FCS80014/FY1314)

Figure 1. Blend frozen fruit with low-fat milk or yogurt to make a thick and cold fruit smoothie with no ice needed.Sometimes we get up and don’t feel like cooking breakfast. For those days, here are a few no-cook breakfast ideas. Add a healthy beverage, such as a glass of low-fat milk or 100% fruit or vegetable juice for a complete meal. This 1-page fact sheet was written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1314

Alimentación Saludable: Ideas para desayunos que no requieren cocción (FCS80014Span/FY1315)

Figure 1. Mezcle fruta congelada con leche baja en grasa o yogurt para preparar un batido sin necesidad de usar hielo.Hay días que nos levantamos y no queremos hacer el desayuno. Para esos días, le ofrecemos algunas ideas para preparar desayunos sin cocinar. Agregue una bebida saludable como un vaso de leche baja en grasa o un jugo 100% de vegetales o frutas y obtendrá una comida completa. This 1-page fact sheet was written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1315

Employer Sponsored Retirement Savings Plans (FCS5258b/FY1286)

cowboy executive offering retirement plan on silver platterA financially secure retirement is a goal for many workers, and the ability to achieve that plan can be helped by employer-sponsored retirement plans. Learn more in this 3-page fact sheet written by Rachel Dorman, Lisa M. Leslie, Michael S. Gutter, Martie Gillen, and Josephine Turner, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1286

Alimentación Saludable: Realidades sobre el desayuno (FCS80009Span/FY1305)

crossword puzzleEste crucigrama incluye realidades sobre el desayuno. Written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1305

Facts about Vitamins (FCS8808/FY890)

Figure 1. Children's chewable vitamin – Many of us may think of this iconic image when we think about vitamins, but a healthy diet really starts with healthy food choices.Vitamins are chemical compounds that the body uses in a variety of ways. We need to get vitamins from our diet because we can’t make them in the body. There are 13 different vitamins that have been identified as important nutrients for humans. Learn more in this 3-page fact sheet written by R. Elaine Turner and Wendy J. Dahl, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy890

Individual Retirement Accounts (FCS5258/FY642)

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a good tool to build retirement funds. This type of account has been offered since 1974 and comes with special tax advantages. An IRA can be opened through a financial institution such as a bank, credit union, mutual fund company, or brokerage firm. Learn more in this 4-page fact sheet written by Rachel Dorman, Lisa M. Leslie, Michael S. Gutter, Martie Gillen, and Josephine Turner, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy642

Healthy Eating: Scrambling for Healthy Beverages (FCS80015/FY1316)

glass of iced teaUnscramble the beverages below and determine which drinks you can have anytime and which ones you should limit! This 1-page fact sheet was written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1316

Differences between Green Homebuilders and Traditional Homebuilders (FCS3308/FY1285)

When renovating an existing home, seek out ENERGY STAR and WaterSense products to improve your home's energy and water efficiency.Homebuilders are not a homogeneous group. Throughout the majority of the US homebuilding history, homebuilders may have used similar practices and building materials, but homebuilders who build to a “green” standard differ from those who do not. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Randall A. Cantrell, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1285

Alimentación Saludable: Opciones de bebidas más saludables (FCS80011Span/FY1309)

Batido de fruta con yogurUse este cuadro para ayudarle a remplazar las bebidas altas en azúcar o grasa por bebidas más saludables. This 1-page fact sheet was written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1309

Healthy Eating: Sixteen Savory Snacks (FCS8697/FY705)

Figure 1. Dip fresh vegetables in low-fat dressing or plain yogurt. Tired of your regular snacks? Here are sixteen snack ideas that are easy to prepare and healthy too! Keep some of these choices handy for the next time you have the snacking urge. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy705

Living with Diabetes: Putting Together an Emergency Preparedness Plan (FCS80007/FY1300)

Figure 3. If you have diabetes and use insulin, it is important to havePeople with diabetes need to prepare in advance by having a plan and supply kit ready in the event of an emergency. This 3-page fact sheet describes key concerns that should be considered when developing an emergency plan and putting together a supply kit, and lists the things that should be included in the supply kit. Written by Nancy J. Gal and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1300

Alimentación Saludable: Bebidas saludables (FCS8694Span/FY697)

fruit smoothieLos batidos son una manera deliciosa de incorporar más frutas y nutrientes a su dieta. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy697

Healthy Eating: Drink to Your Health (FCS8694/FY696)

fruit smoothieShakes and smoothies are a great and tasty way to incorporate more fruits and nutrients into your diet. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy696

Facts About Energy Drinks (FCS80017/FY1324)

Young woman drinking energy drinkYou can’t walk into a supermarket these days without seeing a wide selection of energy drinks, many claiming that they do everything from boosting your energy to helping you focus. In fact, energy drinks are so popular that, on average, Americans drank about 15 cups per person in 2007. But what’s in a typical energy drink? Do they really work? And are there any health risks from consuming them? This 4-page fact sheet was written by Erica Bub and Karla Shelnutt, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1324

Facts About Thiamin (FCS8667/FY210)

Thiamin is also called vitamin B1.A lack of thiamin causes the disease beriberi. People with beriberi have difficulty standing, walking and controlling their muscles. It’s very easy to get enough thiamin in the diet because it’s added to many processed grains. However, people who abuse alcohol or have a very poor diet may suffer from a thiamin deficiency. This 2-page fact sheet was written by R. Elaine Turner and Wendy J. Dahl, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy210

Improving Savings, Health, and Happiness by Making Small Modifications to Your Home (FCS3312/FY1323)

Figure 1. Conceptual framework for overall home performance.Intended for an academic audience, this 7-page fact sheet introduces readers to the concept of overall home performance and offers suggestions of minor conservation measures, maintenance items, and family operations that could help the family improve the overall home performance. Written by Randall A. Cantrell, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1323

Improving Savings and Health by Maintaining Your Home at a Ready-to-Sell Level (FCS3310/FY1321)

We never know when the market will allow for bidding wars on the price of homes, which was the case in some areas before the recent housing crisis. Similarly, we never know when we will have to make a decision about whether or not to move our family. This 4-page fact sheet reviews ways to maintain your home at a ready-to-sell level, which can be a benefit if you have to sell your home or relocate your family. Written by Randall A. Cantrell, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1321

Healthy Eating: Finding Good Health (FCS80010Span/FY1306)

man on a beachThere are many different Nutritional Risk Factors that can affect our eating as we age, and it is important to fight these risk factors for better eating. In this word search, try to find these words that are important for a healthier lifestyle. This 1-page handout was written by Karla P. Shelnutt and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1306

Alimentación Saludable: Buscando buena salud (FCS80010Span/FY1307)

man on a beachHay diferentes Factores de Riesgo Nutricional que pueden afectar nuestra alimentación a medida que envejecemos. Es importante luchar contra estos factores de riesgo para tener una mejor alimentación. En esta “sopa de letras,” trate de encontrar palabras que son importantes para un estilo de vida saludable.
This 1-page handout was written by Karla P. Shelnutt and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1307