September 14, 2020 by Pat Brinkman The flu season is fast approaching. If you are sick can you tell if it’s COVID-19 or the seasonal flu? What is the difference? Symptoms of the flu and COVID-19: Flu (Influenza) Symptoms: Dry cough Fever Body aches Headache Fatigue COVID-19 Symptoms: Dry cough Fever Shortness of breath Difficulty […]
March 9, 2015 by green308 Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystem. They cover only 6% of the Earth’s surface, yet they contain more than one half of the world’s plant and animal species. You may never get the opportunity to see a rainforest, but you are actually living very close to another type of ecosystem. […]
The weather outside is very cold and I begin to feel that scratchy throat. I am seeing my daughter’s nose running and hear her complaining about her ear hurting. Amidst the holiday celebrations and more contact with friends and family, contagious illnesses are making their rounds. Besides the number one action of washing our hands […]
November 14, 2014 by marilynrabe As we enter the holiday season, we are often participating in pot-luck celebrations at work and dinners with family and friends. What are some steps we can take to help avoid food borne illnesses at these happy occasions? If you are the one preparing the food, remember the four basic […]
As an Extension Field Specialist, I have coached traditional food pantries where food is pre-selected to help them transition to a client-choice model where food is chosen based on preferences and needs. Client-choice pantries provide a more dignified experience for people and can be more efficient at preventing food waste since unwanted items aren’t discarded. […]
Soups, stews, casseroles, and stuffing. There are many popular recipes this time of year that call for the use of broths and stocks. Not sure of the difference between broths and stocks? One of our blogs has the answer. While not too expensive, you probably have everything you need to make your own broth at […]
December 1, 2014 by Pat Brinkman Join us on December 3rd for “Dine-in Day for Healthy Families.” The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences are encouraging people to eat at home for a least one meal on December 3rd. Why eat meals together? Many benefits especially for youth and children have been documented by […]
November 21, 2016 by tammyohio Many women find that taking care of others – family, friends, and neighbors – becomes part of their normal day to day schedule. While this can provide us with a great sense of fulfillment by helping others who need us, it often adds stress to our lives. We find that […]
January 24, 2023 by barton345 As more of life and daily task moves online it feels like scams and phishing are increasing. . . because they are! According to the U.S. Chief Information Officers Council scams and phishing attacks have been on the rise for decades by cyber criminals. As consumers, our first line of self-defense is […]
Was your New Year’s Resolution to eat healthier in the New Year? If so, you are not alone. Many people set improved nutrition and increased physical activity as goals. One way to improve nutrition is to eat more fruits and vegetables. Adding more salads to your meals or making a meal out of a salad […]
My community was recently chosen to be one of 24 sites in Ohio permitted to cultivate medical marijuana. Whether you voted yes or no on this initiative, I think it’s important to distinguish the difference between medical marijuana and recreational marijuana, because compounds derived from the marijuana plant can be used to help treat a […]
March 14, 2016 by Michelle Treber Every year around this time my daughter and I start looking at camps that she wants to attend over the summer. Sending your child to camp can be overwhelming for the first time. When picking a camp think about your child’s interests. You may also want to consider your […]
February 22, 2021 by Jami Dellifield Lately I have been feeling even more isolated and alone than I did at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. I have found myself retreating and not reaching out to others in the same ways that I did a year ago. But a couple weeks ago, some friends called […]
December 19, 2016 by Shannon Carter Holidays seem like they should be a joyful time, but when you’ve experienced a loss, the grief can make you painfully aware of the sharp contrast between how you feel and what the holidays ‘should’ bring. These tips may help you get through a difficult time. Only do what is […]