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01/29/2009 |
Chow Line: Portion control can help with diabetes (for week of 2/8/09) |
My wife was just diagnosed with diabetes. I do most of the cooking at our house -- what can I do differently in the kitchen to help?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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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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07/17/2009 |
Chow Line: Take medical advice when reducing iron (for 7/26/09) |
My iron levels are way too high. How can I cut back on the iron in my food?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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11/16/2011 |
Family Fundamentals: It's never too early to teach kids about money (for Nov. 2011) |
Our children are still young (ages 4 and 6) but we want to teach them good money management practices that will last a lifetime. What can we do now and over the next few years to give them a good, solid base?
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Martha Filipic |
Nancy Stehulak |
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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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03/06/2008 |
Chow Line: Whole grain products on the rise (for 3/16/08) |
I read that only 7 percent of Americans eat three servings of whole grains a day. Is that accurate? |
Martha Filipic |
Anne Smith |
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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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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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10/10/2008 |
Chow Line: Consumer use of food labels declines (for 10/19/08) |
I try to read Nutrition Facts labels when comparing foods, but a friend told me to pay more attention to ingredient lists. Really? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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01/04/2012 |
Researchers Unravel Challenges of Drug-Resistant Bacteria |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- For years, medical professionals and the livestock industry have made great efforts not to overuse antibiotics, but drug-resistant microorganisms continue to thrive.
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Martha Filipic |
Hua Wang |
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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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05/07/2010 |
Chow Line: Brown rice, not white, a whole grain (for 5/16/10) |
Is rice a whole grain? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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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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12/07/2007 |
Chow Line: Some foods risky during pregnancy (for 12/16/07) |
Why are pregnant women at higher risk from foodborne illness than other people?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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08/11/2006 |
Family Fundamentals: Parents still have influence as kids become teenagers (for August 2006) |
I've heard that by the time a child is a teen-ager, friends have more influence on their behavior and development than parents. Is that true?
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Martha Filipic |
Cindy Torppa |
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10/19/2009 |
Chow Line: Use 'discretion' with Halloween treats (for 10/25/09) |
Halloween is coming up and my children love to go trick or treating. Afterwards, I want to help them figure out a reasonable amount of candy to enjoy on a daily basis. Where do I start?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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05/18/2007 |
Family Fundamentals: Parents can help teens learn to manage their money (for May 2007) |
My children are entering their teen years, and I want to help them learn to properly manage money. Are there guidelines out there?
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Martha Filipic |
Diane Johnson |
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09/23/2010 |
Chow Line: Make better choices for healthier chili (for 10/3/10) |
I love to make chili in the fall. Is it very nutritious?
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Martha Filipic |
Stephanie Hillman |
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04/01/2005 |
Chow Line: 'Water weight' easy to lose at first (for 4/10/05) |
Whenever I make a concerted effort to watch my diet, I lose a lot of weight very quickly -- sometimes 5 to 7 pounds within the first week or two. But after that, it's much harder to lose weight. I've always heard that those first pounds are "water." Is that true?
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Martha Filipic |
Sharron Coplin |
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02/06/2009 |
Chow Line: Ultra-pasteurized milk lasts longer (for 2/15/09) |
I've seen cartons of "ultra-pasteurized" milk at the grocery store. What is it?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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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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07/17/2009 |
Family Fundamentals: Financial stresses can put strain on relationship (for July 2009) |
Lately there's been a lot of tension between my husband and me about our finances. How can we get past this?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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11/16/2011 |
December 4-H Science Saturdays Program on 'Amazing Magnets' |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Kids are certain to be drawn to the next "Science Saturdays" program offered by Ohio State University Extension 4-H Youth Development.
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Martha Filipic |
Sally McClaskey |
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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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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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12/14/2007 |
Family Fundamentals: Take it slow when returning home after being away (for 12/2007) |
My husband started a new job that requires a lot of travel. He will come home just before Christmas. What can we do to make sure his return is welcome, not stressful, for our young children?
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Martha Filipic |
Doris Herringshaw |
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09/15/2011 |
Family Fundamentals: Online course can help with family finances (September 2011) |
My wife recently received a small inheritance. Instead of paying off some of our debt, she bought our children new games, bikes and other non-essentials. We don't see eye to eye about money. How can we get past this?
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Martha Filipic |
Cazilia Loibl, Kara Newby |
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05/08/2006 |
Family Fundamentals: Pets can be a mixed bag for older Americans (for May 2006) |
Iââ¬â¢m in my late 60s, I live alone, and Iââ¬â¢m thinking about adopting a dog. Some family members have indicated that they donââ¬â¢t think itââ¬â¢s a good idea. What are the pros and cons?
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Martha Filipic |
Christine Price |
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04/18/2011 |
Family Fundamentals: Daughters may not always open up to parents (for April 2011) |
My pre-teen daughter and I have a good relationship, but she refuses to talk with me when she's having problems with friends or boys. What can I do to encourage her
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
