This unit investigates both the benefits and the dangers of mold or mold-based products. By completing the activities in each of the five lessons, youth (grades 5-8) will examine the positive and negative attributes of mold, the conditions that promote mold growth, and how growth can cause illness. They will also learn methods used to deal with mold growth in the home. This 58-page curriculum was written by Jessica Kochert and Joy Jordan, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/4h311
Category: Health & Nutrition
¿Qué sabe sobre la fibra? (FCS8689Span/FY398)
¡La fibra a menudo llamada “roughage” o “bulk” es importante para la buena salud! Es bien conocido el hecho de que la fibra ayuda a bajar el colesterol en la sangre y algunas fibras ayudan a prevenir el estreñimiento. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, December 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy398
Facts about Iron (FCS8704/FY217)
Iron is a mineral that is found in every cell in the body. It’s an important part of red blood cells, which carry oxygen to all the cells. Our cells use oxygen to make energy from the food we eat. Iron also is needed to keep the immune system healthy and help brain cells work normally. Learn the facts about this important mineral, with this 2-page fact sheet written by Linda B. Bobroff and Jennifer Hillan and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, December 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy217
Facts about Vitamin C (FCS8702/FY215)
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, has a wide variety of uses in the body. It helps slow down or prevent cell damage. It is needed to maintain healthy body tissues and the immune system. Vitamin C also helps our bodies absorb iron from plant foods. Learn the facts about this important vitamin with this 2-page fact sheet written by Linda B. Bobroff and Isabel Valentín-Oquendo and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, December 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy215
Limitando los azúcares y las grasas añadidas (FCS8719Span/FY411)
Complete este crucigrama para aprender más sobre simples cambios que le ayudarán a limitar la cantidad de azúcares y grasas añadidas en su dieta. This 1-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan y Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy411
Healthy Eating: Folate (FCS8567/FY066)
Folate is one of the B vitamins. It is involved in the formation of DNA and amino acids. DNA is the genetic material found in all cells of your body. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Learn more about this important vitamins in this 2-page fact sheet was written by Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, December 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy066
Escoja el tamaño de su porción (FCS8661Span/FY264)
Desafortunadamente, no siempre hay tiempo o recursos a la mano como tazas o balanzas para ayudarle a medir los alimentos con precisión. Para visualizar estas cantidades se puede utilizar objetos de uso común. Este proceso puede ayudar a controlar la cantidad de alimentos que consume, conocido como el tamaño de su porción. Vea la Tabla 2 para ejemplos de lo que corresponde a una taza o una onza de cada grupo de alimentos.This 1-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, February 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy264
Grains Word Search (FCS8725/FY425)
Search for foods from the Grain Group in the word search below. Some of these grains may be new to you, but try looking for them in the supermarket and then try a new recipe. Maybe you will find a new favorite! This 1-page fact sheet was written by Isabel Valentín-Oquendo and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy425
Healthy Living: Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia (FCS8820/FY885)
If you have diabetes, you may experience low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia) or high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) from time to time. Both can be serious if not treated. Therefore, it’s important to learn about hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia so you can prevent and treat them before they cause health problems. This revised 3-page fact sheet describes the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of each of these conditions. Written by Jennifer Hillan and Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy885
Planning Meals: For Good Nutrition (FCS1070/HE974)
Do you ask yourself, “What’s for dinner tonight?” Stop adding stress to your life, and try to overcome the temptation of picking up fried chicken at the supermarket or ordering pizza; these options are unhealthy and can be expensive. Instead, start planning your meals ahead of time. Planning meals helps you save time, money, and energy. Also, planning meals helps you prepare healthy meals at home. This 1-page fact sheet was written by Isabel Valentín-Oquendo and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/he974
Healthy Living: Diabetes (FCS8574/FY078)
Diabetes is a condition in which the body has difficulty making or using insulin. This 3-page fact sheet answers basic questions about diabetes, and was written by Linda B. Bobroff, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Paulina Wittkowsky, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy078
Vida Saludable: Diabetes (FCS8574Span/FY079)
Diabetes is a condition in which the body has difficulty making or using insulin. This revised Spanish language 3-page fact sheet answers basic questions about diabetes, and was written by Linda B. Bobroff, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Paulina Wittkowsky, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy079
Planning Meals: Write a Weekly Meal Plan (FCS8936/FY1218)
Organize your meals and snacks during the week using a weekly meal plan worksheet. This 2-page fact sheet includes a sample worksheet and helpful hints for making this practice a healthy and economical habit. Written by Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1218
Carotenoids and Eye Health (FCS8935/FY1217)
Eating a diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetables provides a variety of nutrients as well as phytochemicals that can promote health. Lutein and zeaxanthin are two non-provitamin A carotenoids that appear to be protective against age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness in older adults. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1217
Ideas para el desayuno (FCS8931Span/FY1223)
En lugar de saltarse el desayuno, haga sus propias combinaciones de desayunos nutritivos mediante la selección de alimentos de cada una de las columnas.
This 1-page fact sheet was written by Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1223
¡Busque su desayuno! (FCS8717Span/FY407)
Esta búsqueda de la palabra incluye alimentos para el desayuno tradicional y no tradicional. Después de todas las palabras se encuentran, las letras no utilizadas revelar un mensaje oculto.
This 1-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy407
Desayunos alrededor del mundo (FCS8714Span/FY402)
Este juego de correspondencias muestra alternativas para el desayuno americano típico de cereal, leche, jugo y pan tostado.This 1-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan and Claudia Peñuela, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy402
Mensaje sobre MiPirámide serie
These 2-page fact sheets were written by Claudia Peñuela and Karla Shelnutt, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, February 2011.
Moderación (FCS8928Span/FY1211)
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1211
Proporcionalidad (FCS8929Span/FY1212)
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1212
Variedad (FCS8927Span/FY1213)
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1213
Puréed Foods for Swallowing Problems (FSHN1107/FS168)
Puréed foods are prepared by mashing, grinding, or chopping food until a very fine, smooth texture is achieved. Mashed potatoes, squash, and pumpkin pie filling are examples of puréed foods. Although we all enjoy puréed foods as a part of a healthy diet, puréed diets may be recommended for frail older adults who have chewing and/or swallowing problems. This 3-page fact sheet describes reasons to prepare puréed foods and tips for preparing and serving great tasting and ready to swallow puréed foods. Written by Wendy J. Dahl, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs168
Swallowing Problems and the Older Adult (FSHN1103/FS164)
A swallowing problem may be a serious health issue for an older adult. This 2-page fact sheet describes common reasons for problems chewing and swallowing, why this is a concern, and where to get more information. Written by Wendy J. Dahl, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, March 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs164