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06/20/2008 |
Chow Line: Scientists examining risks of raw produce (for 6/29/08) |
It seems like there have been more food safety problems with fresh produce in recent years. How do fruits and vegetables become contaminated?
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Martha Filipic |
Jeffrey LeJeune |
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07/22/2011 |
Chow Line: Try different tactics to maintain weight loss (for 7/31/11) |
I have yo-yo dieted all of my life. Why can't I keep the pounds off once I have lost them?
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Martha Filipic |
Carla Miller |
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09/01/2006 |
Chow Line: When alarms sound, balance risk, benefits (for 9/10/06) |
I got an e-mail saying prewashed, bagged lettuce might have E. coli. Is it a hoax?
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Martha Filipic |
Jeffrey LeJeune |
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03/24/2011 |
Savoring Success: Entrepreneur Credits OSU Extension’s Food Industries Center for Company’s Growth |
HAMILTON, Ohio -- In 1999, Dan Wampler took a risk, deciding to step off his career path at a major flavorings company in Cincinnati to start his own business.
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Martha Filipic |
Valente Alvarez, Dan Wampler |
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10/10/2012 |
Shale Energy Community Education Workshop Planned for Nov. 10 |
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio -- Ohio State University Extension is hosting a community education workshop on shale energy development on Nov. 10.
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Martha Filipic |
Peggy Kirk Hall |
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06/29/2012 |
Chow Line: Estimate portion sizes with ‘handy’ tool (6/29/12) |
I want to make sure I’m eating the proper portion sizes, but I don’t want to weigh and measure everything I eat. Is there an easy way to estimate servings of different foods?
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Martha Filipic |
Dan Remley |
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10/12/2007 |
Chow Line: Trick yourself to stop binging on treats (for 10/21/07) |
With Halloween coming up, I need to figure out how to avoid binging on candy. Any ideas?
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Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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03/30/2007 |
Chow Line: Play it safe with hard-cooked eggs (for 4/8/07) |
How long can you keep hard-boiled eggs?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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12/08/2006 |
Chow Line: Don't grow Santa's belly during the holidays (for 12/17/06) |
I really do not want to gain weight over the holidays this year. Any good tips? |
Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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10/19/2011 |
Family Fundamentals: Use of cell phones can help, hurt parent/teen relationship (for October 2011) |
Our daughter just entered high school and wants us to get her a cell phone. I realize that most high school students do have a cell phone now, but I’m concerned that it will cause more problems than it’s worth. What are the pros and cons?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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03/03/2011 |
Online Watershed Academy Begins March 28 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A broad range of professionals and community volunteers are involved in watershed planning and management in Ohio. Those who want to take a leadership role will want to enroll in the 2011 Ohio Watershed Academy, offered by Ohio State University Extension March 28 to May 31.
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Martha Filipic |
Anne Baird, Joe Bonnell |
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12/14/2012 |
Chow Line: Watch sugar intake over holidays (12/14/12) |
I have a sweet tooth. I’ve been cutting back on sugar lately, but I’m worried about the holidays and all the extra sweets. Do you have any guidance?
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Martha Filipic |
Carolyn Gunther |
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01/22/2010 |
Chow Line: Get ahead by eating more cabbage (for 1/31/10) |
We have been eating a lot of cabbage lately and really enjoying it. I know it's low-calorie, but does it offer many nutrients? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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09/07/2006 |
Survey Shows Higher Levels of Concern on Food, Agricultural, Environmental Issues |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohioans' level of concern regarding food and agricultural issues has climbed in the past two years, according to a biannual survey conducted by Ohio State University researchers.
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Martha Filipic |
Jeff Sharp |
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03/12/2010 |
Chow Line: Labels can guide healthful choices (for 3/21/10) |
Heart disease runs in my family. I know Nutrition Facts labels can help me make better food choices, but I'm not sure how. Can you help?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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03/16/2009 |
Family Fundamentals: Parents of 'tweens' still have lots of influence (for March 2009) |
Now that my children are 10 and 12 years old, I'm beginning to fear that they're being exposed to too much about adulthood too early. Is it just me? Can I do anything to counter what they see in the media and at the mall?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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05/08/2009 |
Chow Line: Make your salad as healthful as possible (for 5/17/09) |
My sister makes what she calls "junk food salad," with lots of toppings and dressing. Is that kind of salad healthful?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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06/07/2011 |
Ohio's Tornado Season Peaking Now |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio's annual tornado season might have begun in April, but if history is any guide, June is the month to be on guard.
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Martha Filipic |
Aletha Reshan |
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01/13/2012 |
Chow Line: Americans flunk healthy eating index (1/13/12) |
I’m trying to eat more healthfully by following the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the “MyPlate” tips. I thought I had been eating OK, but I’m surprised at how drastically I’ve changed my diet. Do many people actually follow these recommendations?
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Martha Filipic |
Alma Simmons |
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02/22/2011 |
Ohio State's Endeavor Center Bolsters Southern Ohio Economy |
PIKETON, Ohio -- When Wastren Advantage, Inc., began startup operations in 2005, The Ohio State University Endeavor Center had just opened its doors as a training center and business incubator. Wastren was one of its first tenants.
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Martha Filipic |
Jerry Driggs, Steve Moore |
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06/20/2008 |
Family Fundamentals: Help friend in financial crunch by reviewing resources (for 6/29/08) |
A good friend lost her job recently, and she fears she might lose her house. We aren't in a position to help her financially, but can we assist in other ways?
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Martha Filipic |
Nancy Hudson |
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07/21/2011 |
Shearer Joins Ohio State as Chair of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University's Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering has a new department chair.
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Martha Filipic |
Scott Shearer |
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06/25/2002 |
Chow Line: Whole grains a whole lot better (for 7/14/02) |
I happen to like whole-wheat bread, brown rice and other whole grains, but I have a hard time convincing my husband to try them. Can you list the reasons why whole grains are better for you?
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Martha Filipic |
Jaime Ackerman |
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09/09/2011 |
Chow Line: 'Freshman 15' largely a myth, but be wise (for 9/18/11) |
I just started college and I know my eating patterns have changed dramatically from when I was living at home. I'm worried about gaining the "freshman 15." What can I do to stop from gaining weight?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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04/06/2007 |
Chow Line: Milk a good option for protein, calcium (for 4/15/07) |
I read that the protein in milk could cause kidney damage and the calcium in milk isn't well absorbed. Is this accurate?
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Martha Filipic |
Hugo Melgar-Quinonez |
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08/17/2007 |
Chow Line: Dry garden veggies for longtime bounty (for 8/26/07) |
I want to dehydrate some of the vegetables from my garden this year. What guidelines do you recommend? |
Martha Filipic |
Doris Herringshaw |
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08/25/2004 |
4-H Founder Park, Statue Dedicated |
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio -- A.B. Graham would have been proud.
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Martha Filipic |
Mike Haubner |
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12/11/2006 |
Family Fundamentals: Be careful not to overindulge children this holiday (for December 2006) |
My husband and I want to give our children the things we didn't have when we grew up, especially during the holidays. How can we tell if we're going overboard?
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Martha Filipic |
Melinda Hill |
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12/13/2012 |
Armageddon or Not, Now's an Opportune Time to Prepare for Emergency |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- If doomsday -- or, alternatively, winter -- is approaching, you'd better be prepared.
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Martha Filipic |
Kent McGuire |
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01/29/2010 |
Chow Line: Omega-3 fatty acids offer multiple benefits (for 2/7/10) |
Why are omega-3 fatty acids so healthful? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
