Friday, June 8, 2012

New and Revised Families and Consumers publications, May 2012

This email lists the new EDIS publications that have been released to the public in May 2012. They are now available on the World Wide Web at http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu. This mailing only includes publications in the Families and Consumers program area. Please see separate mailings for publications in other program areas.

 

Families and Consumers

Relationships

Breaking out of Unhealthy Marital Interactions (FAR3041/FM474)
“For couples today, there's an abundance of information on how to sustain healthy, happy marital relationships. What many couples fail to realize is that these positive practices won't work without addressing negative patterns and destructive behaviors in their relationship.” This 2-page radio transcript was written by Eboni Baugh and Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm474

Health & Nutrition

Stress Management Techniques (FAR5010/FM457)
“Getting stressed in traffic? Worried about your finances or loved ones? You are not alone. Stress is a daily part of life and can cause both health and emotional problems. Experts suggest that we manage our stress in order to prevent having these negative results. Here are some tips for managing stress.” This 2-page radio transcript was written by Heidi Liss Radunovich, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm457

Vida Saludable: DETERMINE su salud nutricional (FCS8547Span/FY1326)
Muchas veces se ignoran indicadores que muestran que nuestra salud nutricional es deficiente. Este documento ofrece una lista para saber si usted o alguien que usted cuida esta en riesgo nutricional y explica cada indicador de una salud nutricional pobre o mala. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1326

Healthy Eating: No-Cook Recipes (FCS8693/FY694)
Try these quick, easy recipes for balanced, healthy meals. No cooking required! 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, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy694

 

Alimentación Saludable: Recetas que no requieren cocción (FCS8693Span/FY695)
Pruebe estas recetas rápidas y fáciles de preparar para comidas saludables y balanceadas. ¡No hay necesidad de cocinar! This 2-page fact sheet was written by Jennifer Hillan y Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy695

Healthy Eating: Salad Suggestions (FCS8696/FY702)
Salads are quick and easy to make and have endless possibilities! Paired with whole grain crackers or whole wheat bread, salads make healthy and convenient meals. Try some of the ideas this 2-page fact sheet for your next salad. Written by Jennifer Hillan and Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy702

Alimentación Saludable: Sugerencias para ensaladas (FCS8696Span/FY703)
¡Las ensaladas son rápidas y fáciles de preparar y tienen infinidad de opciones! Las ensaladas son una comida práctica y saludable, acompáñelas con galletas integrales o con pan de trigo. Pruebe algunas de estas opciones en su próxima ensalada. This is the Spanish Language version of Healthy Eating: Salad Suggestions. Written by Jennifer Hillan and Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy703

Alimentación Saludable: Dieciséis meriendas apetitosas (FCS8697Span/FY706)
¿Cansado de las mismas meriendas? ¡Aquí hay dieciséis ideas para meriendas que son fáciles de preparar y también saludables! Mantenga algunas de estas opciones a la mano para la próxima vez que tenga ganas de una merienda. 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/fy706

Facts about Vitamins (FCS8808/FY890)
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

Healthy Eating: Meals Without Cooking (FCS8934/FY1215)
Enjoy a word search for the ingredients in this recipe for southwestern black bean salad. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Karla P. Shelnutt, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1215

Alimentación Saludable: Comidas que no requieren cocinarse (FCS8934Span/FY1216)
¿Puede encontrar las palabras relacionadas con la ensalada “suroeste de frijoles negros” en este sopa de letras? Incluye una receta para ensalada del Suroeste de frijoles negros. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Karla P. Shelnutt and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1216

Alimentación Saludable: ¡Cambie su desayuno! (FCS80006Span/FY1299)
¿Está cansado de desayunar lo mismo todos los días? ¡Pruebe algunas de estas ideas que podría encontrar un nuevo desayuno y ser su favorito! This 2-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/fy1299

Healthy Eating: Cooking for One (FCS80008/FY1302)
You may think that cooking for one is a difficult task because most recipes are intended to serve four or more people. However, there are things you can do to make cooking for one easy and enjoyable. Inlcudes a table of measurements for reducing recipes. This 2-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/fy1302

Alimentación Saludable: Cocinando para uno solo (FCS80008Span/FY1303)
Podría pensarse que cocinar para uno solo es una tarea difícil ya que la mayoría de recetas están hechas para servir a cuatro o más personas. Sin embargo, hay cosas que puede hacer para que sea más divertido cocinar para uno solo. This 2-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/fy1303

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

Healthy Eating: Healthier Beverage Options (FCS80011/FY1308)
Use this chart to help replace beverages high in sugar or fat with healthier alternatives. Written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1308

Alimentación Saludable: Opciones de bebidas más saludables (FCS80011Span/FY1309)
Use 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: The Importance of Eating (FCS80012/FY1310)
Eating healthy is one of the key ingredients to staying healthy. Complete the fill-in-the-blank activity and reveal the hidden message! This 2-page handout was written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1310

Alimentación Saludable: La Importancia de Alimentarse (FCS80012Span/FY1311)
“Alimentarse saludablemente es uno de los ingredientes más importantes para mantenerse saludable. ¡Complete esta actividad de “llene el espacio” y encuentre el mensaje oculto!” This 2-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/fy1311

Healthy Eating: Improving Your Convenience Foods (FCS80013/FY1312)
Convenience foods offer many benefits, but they generally have a low nutritional quality compared to other foods. You can improve the nutritional quality by adding vegetables, fruit, and/or meat and meat alternatives. This 2-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/fy1312

Alimentación Saludable: Mejorando sus comidas precocidas (FCS80013Span/FY1313)
Las comidas precocidas son alimentos que requieren poca preparación. ¡Algunas de estas comidas sólo se calientan y están listas para comérselas en menos de cinco minutos!This 2-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/fy1313

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

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

 

Alimentación Saludable: Juego de letras de bebidas saludables (FCS80015Span/FY1317)
¡Escriba en orden los nombres de las bebidas que se dan a continuación y determine cuáles puede beber a cualquier hora y cuáles debe limitar!This 2-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/fy1317

Healthy Eating: Strategies for Eating Alone (FCS80016/FY1318)
Eating alone may not always be our first choice, but there are many ways to make eating alone more enjoyable. Can you find the strategies in this word search? Written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1318

Alimentación Saludable: Estrategias para comer solo (FCS80016Span/FY1319)
Comer solo no es nuestra primera opción, pero si es el caso hay muchas formas para hacer la experiencia del comer solo más agradable. ¿Puede encontrar las estrategias en esta sopa de letras? Written by Emily Minton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1319

Money Matters

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

Employer Sponsored Retirement Savings Plans (FCS5258b/FY1286)
A 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

House & Home

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

 

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