Megan V. Winslow

1 week ago | news4jax.com | Megan V. Winslow

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Americans have long heard about the health benefits of adhering to diets rich in fresh produce and whole grains and low in red meat and processed sugars. But they may not be aware of how meal timing can affect their health. A recent publication from the UF/IFAS department of food science and human nutrition describes chrononutrition, an emerging field of study that connects eating with circadian rhythm, the body’s 24-hour internal clock.

1 week ago | blogs.ifas.ufl.edu | Megan V. Winslow

Applying fertilizer requires a careful balancing act between using too little — which can be insufficient to support plant growth — and applying too much, which wastes money and can hurt the environment. A newly published UF/IFAS review explains how enhanced efficiency fertilizers (EEFs) like controlled-release and slow-release varieties can help farmers maximize their yields while reducing their chances of hurting their pocketbooks or the planet.

1 week ago | blogs.ifas.ufl.edu | Megan V. Winslow

Americans have long heard about the health benefits of adhering to diets rich in fresh produce and whole grains and low in red meat and processed sugars. But they may not be aware of how meal timing can affect their health. A recent publication from the UF/IFAS department of food science and human nutrition describes chrononutrition, an emerging field of study that connects eating with circadian rhythm, the body’s 24-hour internal clock.

2 weeks ago | tallahassee.com | Megan V. Winslow

Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. As the weather continues to warm, a growing number of species are on the move, meaning interactions with humans are increasingly common. Through the UF/IFAS “Florida Critter of the Month” series, we’re highlighting native animals that wildlife watchers are likely to encounter and providing bite-sized guides about their behavior.

2 weeks ago | blogs.ifas.ufl.edu | Megan V. Winslow

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced an investigation this week of a salmonella outbreak linked to a South Florida cucumber grower. As of Wednesday, when the latest FDA update was issued, the investigation included 26 illnesses in 15 states, including in Florida. Salmonella symptoms include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, but life-threatening complications can also occur, and nine people have been hospitalized.