July 16, 2015 by Pat Brinkman Do you think windows will provide sun safety protection? Think again. Glass windows only effectively block Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, leaving you exposed to Ultraviolet A (UVA) rays. Car windshields are partially treated to filter out UVA rays, but side windows may be letting in 63% of the UVA […]
March 2, 2017 by tammyohio Do you find it challenging to eat healthy while dining out? You might be wondering if it is possible to make healthy choices when dining away from home. Yes, there are healthy choices if you are aware of what to look for and ask for when dining out. Many restaurants […]
Gardening can be more than just a hobby, it can have lasting benefits for your physical health, mental health, and can help fight against some chronic diseases and cancers. In a randomized, controlled study of community gardeners, those who gardened increased their physical activity by forty-two minutes per week and ate an average of 1.4 […]
I used to pride myself on my recycling efforts. I would compare my overflowing recycling bin with my neighbors and wish more people recycled. I felt it was our duty, responsibility, and obligation to protect our planet. However, my recycling pride was deflated when I read a report from the Department of Energy that showed […]
February 28, 2014 by linnettegoard Do you run out of time to make a decent family meal at the end of the day? Too many school and social activities can get in your way? Think about keeping your meal preparation simple. Here are few tips: First, make time for dinner. Put a chalkboard or calendar […]
June 21, 2018 by bethstefura Imagine having symptoms that feel like heartburn. You Google “heartburn symptoms and cures” and seek out advice from friends on Facebook. Your symptoms worsen throughout the day, so you schedule a doctor’s appointment using your physician’s patient online services. After your appointment, your doctor electronically sends a prescription to the […]
July 14, 2022 by barton345 Summer is in full swing! Children are home from school and parents may be on the hunt to keep them engaged and involved this summer. A popular choice that many parents have selected is summer camps. There can be a variety of summer camps to choose from. Some opportunities may […]
June 28, 2018 by Pat Brinkman Some people are afraid to use plastic containers for food or drinks. Other people use nothing but plastic due to the convenience. Should we be concerned or not? Some chemicals used in the lining of food cans or to make certain types of plastic containers include Bisphenol A (BPA), […]
September 12, 2016 by Candace J. Heer When I started my “second career” as an Extension Educator I knew there were things I “knew” and things I did not “know” regarding Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS). One learns that with age comes the reality that you don’t know everything nor do you need to – […]
September 22, 2011 by jennyeven The days may still be warm, but a chill in the evening air reminds us that fall is just around the corner. And even though summer has ended, there’s still time to enjoy the bounty of your local farmers’ market. Stands are filled with sweet potatoes, squash, apples, turnips, beets, […]
March 23, 2015 by lisabarlage If you haven’t already registered for our Spring Email Wellness Challenge – now is the time! Who can participate? Any adult wanting to live healthy life with support from Ohio State University Extension. What is it? A “Spring Clean Your Wellness Routine” email challenge, which provides you with two emails […]
September 22, 2015 by Candace J. Heer There are numerous reasons we are encouraged to eat a variety of vegetables and fruits every day. Several of the more important include: they are fairly low in calories, reduce the risk of some chronic diseases, and they provide daily fiber. You often hear eat “5 a Day”, […]
Have you heard of aquafaba? This trendy new ingredient is actually a staple item in many of our pantries, although most of us tend to toss it down the drain. Aquafaba is the combination of two Latin words: aqua (water) and fava (beans). It is the liquid from canned beans, which, for years, nutrition professionals […]
August 20, 2018 by lisabarlage Have you had a bounty of okra in your garden this summer? My co-workers have had great luck with the okra they grew – evidently the plants like the heat and extra rain we had in Southern Ohio. Because of their bountiful okra harvests, we have had a number of […]