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  • a woman, seen from behind, looks at an overwhelming amount of food choices at the grocery store

    C 1364-11-SP

    Guía práctica para hacer compras saludables cuando se vive con diabetes

    La diabetes es una condición crónica que requiere un manejo continuo para mantener niveles saludables de glucosa en sangre y prevenir complicaciones. Las decisiones que se toman al hacer las compras influyen directamente en la alimentación diaria, pero este proceso puede resultar confuso.

    Para facilitarlo, se recomienda planificar con anticipación, revisar los alimentos disponibles en casa, elaborar una lista y evitar compras impulsivas. También es útil considerar cómo se integrarán los alimentos en las comidas, aprovechar ofertas y organizar las compras de forma eficiente. Elegir alimentos saludables y comprender la etiqueta nutricional—incluyendo el tamaño de la porción, calorías, grasas totales, carbohidratos totales, fibra, azúcares añadidos, proteínas y sodio—permite tomar mejores decisiones. Estas estrategias ayudan a simplificar las compras y a apoyar un mejor manejo de la diabetes.

    Maria Mercedes Rossi, Ariathni Powell, and Michelle A Parisi

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    Sept. 23, 2026
  • a Black woman holds a bowl of cereal with fruit on top

    C 1364-12-SP

    Los carbohidratos

    Los carbohidratos son los nutrientes que más influyen en los niveles de glucosa en sangre, por lo que es importante comprender su impacto al vivir con diabetes tipo 2. Sin embargo, puede resultar difícil identificar la cantidad y calidad de carbohidratos en alimentos procesados o empacados. Además, términos como “carbohidratos netos” o “efectivos” pueden generar confusión y llevar a percepciones equivocadas sobre ciertos productos.

    Por ello, es fundamental entender qué son los carbohidratos, cómo se clasifican, qué son los azúcares añadidos y cómo interpretar la información en las etiquetas. Aprender a identificar fuentes de carbohidratos más saludables permite tomar decisiones más saludables y apoyar un mejor manejo de la glucosa en sangre.

    Maria Mercedes Rossi, Ariathni Powell, and Michelle A Parisi

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    Sept. 23, 2026
  • C 1226

    Food Safety Tips for Preparing a Holiday Turkey

    Read about safe thawing, cooking, and storing a turkey, including current estimates of the time needed for safe thawing and cooking. Because bacteria can multiply rapidly at room temperature, never defrost a turkey on the counter! The cold water and microwave methods may be used when you don’t have time to thaw your turkey in the refrigerator. Whole poultry is safe when the meat is cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer. All turkey meat, including any that remains pink, is safe to eat as long as all parts reach at least 165 °F.

    Carla Luisa Schwan

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    Sept. 15, 2026
  • a holiday table is set with trays of vegetables for healthy snacking

    C 1364-09-SP

    Disfrute las fiestas con alegría y cuide su salud

    Esta publicación ofrece orientación práctica para que las personas con diabetes puedan disfrutar de las celebraciones sin comprometer su salud. Reconoce que las fiestas, las reuniones familiares y los eventos religiosos son momentos importantes en la cultura, y que la comida tradicional suele ocupar un lugar central. Por ello, brinda estrategias sencillas y realistas organizadas en dos momentos clave: antes y durante las celebraciones. Antes de las fiestas, se recomienda planificar comidas y compras, utilizar el Método del Plato para la Diabetes, cocinar con anticipación, buscar recetas más saludables, mantenerse activo y establecer metas pequeñas y alcanzables. Durante las celebraciones, se sugiere mantener horarios regulares de comida, no saltarse las comidas, llevar un platillo saludable, elegir con inteligencia en el bufet, comer despacio, planificar el consumo de postres, seleccionar bebidas adecuadas, monitorear los niveles de glucosa y realizar actividad física ligera, como caminar después de comer. El objetivo es proporcionar herramientas prácticas que permitan disfrutar plenamente de las tradiciones mientras se mantienen niveles de glucosa bajo control y se protege la salud.

    Maria Mercedes Rossi, Ines Beltran, and Michelle A Parisi

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    Sept. 10, 2026
  • a man and a woman are enjoying a healthy meal at a restaurant

    C 1364-10-SP

    Comer fuera de casa cuando tiene diabetes

    Comer fuera de casa es una actividad común por motivos sociales o de conveniencia, y las personas con diabetes pueden disfrutarla sin descuidar su salud. Sin embargo, los alimentos de restaurante suelen contener más calorías, sodio y grasa, lo que puede dificultar el control de la glucosa en sangre. Además, al comer fuera, no siempre se sabe cómo se preparan los alimentos, lo que añade un reto adicional. Para apoyar una mejor toma de decisiones, se recomienda aplicar estrategias prácticas como planificar con anticipación, controlar las porciones, hacer pequeños ajustes en los platillos, elegir opciones más saludables según el tipo de cocina, y tomarse el tiempo para hacer preguntas sobre la preparación de los alimentos. Estas acciones permiten equilibrar la conveniencia con el bienestar y favorecen un mejor manejo de la diabetes en la vida diaria.

    Maria Mercedes Rossi, Ariathni Powell, and Michelle A Parisi

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    Sept. 10, 2026
  • Peaches on a tree

    C 880

    Preparing the Packinghouse for Peach Season

    The southeastern peach industry is known for the high quality of its fresh peaches. As a new peach season approaches, it is time to ready the packinghouse for output of the best peach product.

    Dario Chavez and Angelos Deltsidis

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    Sept. 10, 2026
  • carrots, radishes, and greens harvested from a garden

    C 1205

    Quick Storage Guide for Vegetable Crops

    Vegetables require careful handling, storage, and monitoring to ensure the maximum postharvest life span. Because we are dealing with live organisms, the maximum attainable shelf life of vegetables can easily be affected depending on preharvest and postharvest factors that often manifest during storage. Following storage recommendations for each specific commodity helps to ensure the best quality and marketability of fresh produce. This circular contains basic guidance for the storage of most of Georgia-grown vegetables.

    Angelos Deltsidis

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    Aug. 25, 2026
  • A duotone image of vegetables

    AP 113-07-19

    Does Postharvest Application of Oxalic Acid Improve Fruit Quality and Extend the Postharvest Life of Cucumber?

    This report provides research and extension results for trials conducted by the University of Georgia Vegetable Team and its collaborators in the 2024-2025 growing season. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of postharvest oxalic acid treatments on the postharvest physical and chemical attributes of cucumbers. Contributing authors include county and regional faculty as well as specialists from UGA’s horticulture, plant pathology, crop and soil sciences, and entomology departments. All research has been supported by the Georgia Commodity Commission for Vegetables.

    Juan Carlos Diaz-Perez, Maria Theodorakopoulou, and Nobuko Sugimoto

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    Aug. 5, 2026
  • grilled sausages lie on a grill grate

    B 1437

    Basics of Sausage Making: Formulation, Processing, and Safety

    This resource provides some basic information required to make various types of sausage. It is for those who enjoy good homemade sausage and who wish to obtain the greatest satisfaction from the trimmings and variety meats generated from farm slaughtered livestock or the results of a good hunt. The recipes listed in this publication collected from various sources and have been prepared and tested. They are suitable for beginners and experts alike. Also included is information on the history of sausage making, sausage types and ingredients, sausage making equipment and procedures, and food safety concerns and procedures.

    Anand Mohan

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    Aug. 4, 2026
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