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Human health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

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Related Topics: Aging and Caregiving, Health and Wellbeing, Aging: Mental Health

Body Weight

The mass or quantity of heaviness of an individual. It is expressed by units of pounds or kilograms.

Related Topics: Foods, Health and Wellbeing

Functional Foods

Foods that are considered, by nature or manufacture, to contain significant levels of biologically active components which provide desirable health benefits beyond basic nutrition.

Related Topics: Health and Wellbeing, Services

Related Topics: Insurance, Health and Wellbeing

Related Topics: Interpersonal Relationships, Health and Wellbeing

Related Topics: Heat Stress, Health and Wellbeing, Agricultural Health and Safety

Hygiene

Set of practices that help to maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.

Related Topics: Residential Housing, Health and Wellbeing

Related Topics: Health and Wellbeing, Pesticide Safety and Handling, Agricultural Health and Safety

Sustainable Living

Sustainable living means understanding how our lifestyle choices impact the world around us and finding ways for everyone to live better and lighter.

Publications

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Florida Cooperative Extension Service Framework for Health and Well-Being

Shannon J. Horrillo, LaToya J. O’Neal, and Dreamal Worthen

The purpose of this publication is to share with Florida Cooperative Extension Service faculty and staff Florida’s adapted version of the Cooperative Extension’s National Framework for Health and Wellness — the Florida Cooperative Extension Service Framework for Health and Well-Being. The adapted framework focuses on improving population health and ensuring that all individuals and communities can achieve optimal health. Furthermore, the adapted framework highlights Florida Cooperative Extension’s role in addressing non-medical factors that influence health outcomes. Written by Shannon J. Horrillo, LaToya J. O’Neal, and Dreamal Worthen, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, August 2025.

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A Practical Guide to Healthy Living

Wendy W. Lynch, Annie Wallau, Melanie Thomas, Wendy Mussoline, and Catherine Campbell

This publication provides a guide to implementing healthy living and wellness practices. Written by Wendy W. Lynch, Annie Wallau, Melanie Thomas, Wendy Mussoline, and Catherine Campbell, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2021.

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Breastfeeding Benefits and Resources: Benefits for Babies and Mothers

Diana Hazard Taft

You may have heard “breast is best,” but do you know why breastmilk is the best diet for babies? Did you know that breastfeeding benefits moms, too? This publication summarizes the known benefits of breastfeeding and is written for people from all educational backgrounds.