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11/09/2007 |
Chow Line: Truffles big on flavor, reputation and price |
Why are truffles (the fungi) so expensive?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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03/01/2012 |
Community Nutrition Programs and Partners Help Thousands Get Their 'Plate in Shape' |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- As National Nutrition Month swings into gear, dietitians and nutrition specialists hope to inspire people from all walks of life to eat more whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and make other healthy choices every day.
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Martha Filipic |
Joyce McDowell, Ana Claudia Zubieta, Maria Carmen Lambea, Diane Cummins, Karen Colonia-Abel, Kevin Brumbaugh |
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07/20/2007 |
Chow Line: Yellow or green, enjoy summer squash (for 7/29/07) |
Is there much difference in nutrition between yellow squash and zucchini?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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08/18/2006 |
Chow Line: Chickpeas chock full of nutrition (for 8/27/06) |
What is the difference between garbanzo beans and chickpeas? |
Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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04/22/2011 |
Media Advisory: Arbor Day Celebration on Oval April 29 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Three newly planted yellow buckeye trees will be dedicated on Ohio State University's Oval outside of Mendenhall Lab on Arbor Day, April 29.
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Martha Filipic |
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12/19/2001 |
Chow Line: Washing hands can make you feel good (for 1/6/02) |
How can I convince my teenager to wash his hands before he eats?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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11/02/2012 |
Chow Line: Limit trans fats, boost heart health (Nov. 2, 2012) |
What has been the effect from the ban on trans fats in New York City restaurants?
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Martha Filipic |
Dan Remley |
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07/12/2012 |
Picnic Safety: Ohio Foodborne Illness Outbreak Prompts Advice |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Picnics are a staple of summertime, but they provide many opportunities for pathogens to undermine the fun. That's apparent after 10 people were hospitalized and dozens more became ill after a July 3 company picnic in southwest Ohio.
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Martha Filipic |
Jeff LeJeune, Linnete Goard |
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02/02/2007 |
Chow Line: Go green(er) when choosing lettuce (for 2/11/07) |
I've read that lettuce actually has very little nutritional value, but I also hear that people need to eat more leafy greens. Isn't lettuce a "leafy green"? What's the real story? |
Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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03/30/2012 |
Chow Line: Enjoy eggs, but keep safety in mind (3/30/12) |
I know that eggs can be contaminated with Salmonella if the hen that laid the egg is infected. But how common is this?
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Martha Filipic |
Linnette Goard |
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05/21/2010 |
Chow Line: Stack burgers to use meat thermometer (for 5/30/10) |
We use our grill primarily to cook hamburgers and hot dogs, and I've always wondered, how am I supposed to use a meat thermometer on these foods? I'm especially concerned about the hamburgers -- we usually use thin frozen burgers on the grill.
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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10/23/2009 |
Chow Line: Enjoy peanut butter but watch calories (for 11/1/09) |
Is peanut butter healthy for you, or is it so high in fat and calories that you should avoid it? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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01/31/2011 |
Learn about Online First Detector Training at Conservation Tillage Conference |
ADA, Ohio -- Scientists and federal officials are always on the lookout for exotic or locally occurring high-risk pests that could spell trouble for the nation's crops and landscape plants, said Nancy Taylor, director of Ohio State University's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic.
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Martha Filipic |
Nancy Taylor |
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06/26/2009 |
Chow Line: Watch out for sodium when eating out (for 7/5/09) |
My blood pressure is just starting to creep up, so I want to cut back on sodium. I eat out a lot, and I understand restaurant meals can contain a lot of salt. How can I reduce sodium while still eating out?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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02/17/2009 |
Family Fundamentals: Trimming expenses a good idea in good, bad times (for Feb. 2009) |
My husband and I feel secure financially, but I'm concerned we are simply spending too much on a day-to-day, month-by-month basis. Do you have some tips to help us cut back?
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Martha Filipic |
Susan Shockey |
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05/04/2011 |
Ohio Involved in Project Targeting Childhood Obesity |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University Extension is part of a $4.5 million project targeted at combating childhood obesity.
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Martha Filipic |
Karen Bruns |
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02/09/2011 |
Soybean School Focuses on Increasing Yields |
ADA, Ohio -- An all-star team of soybean experts will lead an expanded Soybean School at the 2011 Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference, Feb. 24-25, in Ada, Ohio.
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Martha Filipic |
Harold Watters, Randall Reeder |
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09/15/2008 |
Family Fundamentals: Parents: Watch for signs of online bullying (for September 2008) |
We have recently discovered that our daughter has been bullied online. What's the best approach to deal with this?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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03/14/2008 |
Chow Line: Lots of reasons to eat healthy whole grains |
I know it's recommended that we eat more whole grains. Why are they so healthful?
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Martha Filipic |
Anne Smith |
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06/07/2011 |
Late Planting Could Cost Ohio Corn, Soybean Growers $980 Million -- or More |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio farmers stand to lose close to $1 billion in income from late planting of corn and soybeans this spring.
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Martha Filipic |
Barry Ward |
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01/20/2006 |
Family Fundamentals: Now is Time to Give Your Relationship a Tune-Up |
My husband and I have been married seven years, and we think we have a pretty good marriage. But it might be time for a ââ¬Åtune-up.ââ¬Â Any suggestions?
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Martha Filipic |
Ted Futris |
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07/26/2007 |
Chow Line: Bored with lettuce? Be bold with greens (for 8/5/07) |
I'm interested in trying some different kinds of greens for my salads, but I'm not sure what would be the best choices. Any ideas? |
Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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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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11/09/2006 |
Chow Line: Choose right foods to reduce cholesterol (for 11/19/06) |
I saw your column on oatmeal and how it can lower cholesterol. Are there other foods that do the same? |
Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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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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10/10/2003 |
Chow Line: Watch sugar intake for calories, nutrients (for 10/19/03) |
I continue to be surprised at the amount of sugar my teenage daughter consumes. How bad is it for her?
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Martha Filipic |
Sharron Coplin |
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02/09/2007 |
Chow Line: Sensible choices good for heart health (for 2/18/07) |
What are the best foods to eat to combat heart disease?
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Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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05/28/2010 |
Chow Line: Don't give up if some dairy is hard to digest (for 6/6/10) |
I think I'm lactose intolerant because I always get cramps after eating a dish of ice cream, especially if it's really rich. I've started to avoid dairy altogether, but now I'm worried about calcium. What's your advice? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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10/27/2009 |
Family Fundamentals: Talk with your teen about risky behaviors, costs (for October 2009) |
Our daughter is 13 and I'm worried about decisions she will make in the next few years. My husband says all teens take risks and we shouldn't expect anything different. I still want to protect her, though. What's the best route to take?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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01/28/2011 |
Chow Line: Control blood sugar, 10,000 steps at a time (for 2/6/11) |
I read about a recent study that said walking 10,000 steps a day could help people manage blood sugar. Is it because walking that much helps you lose weight, or is it the exercise itself that is helpful?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
