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05/15/2009 |
Chow Line: Try heat, drying if fresh garlic turns blue (for 5/24/09) |
When I crush a fresh garlic clove and spread it on a piece of fish or meat and put it in the oven to bake, the crushed garlic turns bluish-greenish. Why does this happen? Can I prevent it?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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09/14/2012 |
Chow Line: Lots of options with potatoes, rice (9/14/12) |
Which is better for you, potatoes or rice?
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Martha Filipic |
Hugo Melgar-Quinonez |
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02/04/2010 |
Chow Line: Eat for a healthy heart (for 2/14/10) |
My family has a history of heart disease. What should I focus on to make my diet as heart-healthy as possible? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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06/27/2008 |
Chow Line: Wash produce just before eating (for 7/6/08) |
Are there any new food safety guidelines, especially in light of the recent salmonella outbreak on tomatoes?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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03/20/2009 |
Chow Line: Exercise can help control blood sugar (for 3/29/09) |
I don't understand how exercise affects blood sugar. Isn't blood sugar controlled by what you eat? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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04/27/2012 |
Ohio State to Host Second Conference on Ohio Oil and Gas Law |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Continued development of Ohio’s shale energy resources has prompted Ohio State University's Agricultural and Resource Law Program to plan the second annual Ohio Oil and Gas Law Symposium.
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Martha Filipic |
Peggy Hall |
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12/15/2006 |
Chow Line: Store staples properly to keep long-term (for 12/24/06) |
I bought a lot of baking ingredients in anticipation of the holidays, but I ran out of time. What is the best way to store flour, sugar, butter and nuts for the long term?
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Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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01/19/2012 |
$320,000 Tractor Donated; Another on the Way |
Agricultural Systems Management program to benefit.
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Martha Filipic |
Scott Shearer, Dewey Mann, Tom Stannard |
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09/28/2011 |
Two 4-H Events Offer Science Fun |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Making mozzarella cheese, spinning wool after a sheep-shearing demonstration, and creating a lamp from an empty pop can are just some of the hands-on fun but educational experiences available at two upcoming Columbus events sponsored by Ohio 4-H.
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Martha Filipic |
Sally McClaskey |
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05/23/2008 |
Chow Line: Many options for storing fresh herbs (for 6/1/08) |
We are growing fresh basil and other herbs. What is the best way to store them for use later?
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Martha Filipic |
Sharron Coplin |
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02/23/2012 |
Chow Line: New findings shed light on diverticulosis (2/10/12) |
I spoke with a friend recently who said he had a bad attack of diverticulitis. First, is that the same thing as diverticulosis? Also, can a high-fiber diet help prevent either condition?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Kennel |
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04/01/2010 |
Chow Line: Quick breakfasts can be healthful (for 4/11/10) |
I know they say breakfast is "the most important meal of the day," but I usually just don't have time. Am I doing myself in by not eating breakfast?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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09/02/2011 |
Chow Line: Watch the toppings for a healthy salad (for 9/11/11) |
Over the summer, our salads have gotten more and more elaborate. With cheese, almonds and other toppings, are we being as healthy as we think?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Kennel |
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05/04/2003 |
Chow Line: Vitamin C and iron are great partners (for 5/11/03) |
The last time I gave blood, I was surprised when they told me that citrus fruits were good sources of iron. Is that true?
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Martha Filipic |
Jaime Ackerman |
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10/19/2007 |
Chow Line: Caffeine OK, but can irritate stomach (for 10/28/07) |
A colleague just experienced a bout of stomach flu. As she recovered, she said she felt OK as long as she didn't consume caffeine. Was it the caffeine or the coffee that upset her stomach? |
Martha Filipic |
Marti Andrews |
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08/17/2012 |
Family Fundamentals: What to do when your child is bullying others (August 2012) |
Late last school year, I was surprised when my son’s school said he was bullying another student. He is about to start the fourth grade and I’m not sure what to say to him to make sure he doesn’t do this again. Any advice?
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Martha Filipic |
Tasha Snyder |
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04/17/2007 |
Family Fundamentals: Look for early warning signs of autism disorders (for April 2007) |
We know several families with children who have autism, Asperger syndrome, or a similar disorder. How common is this? Are there early signs to watch for?
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Martha Filipic |
Pam Leong |
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06/18/2012 |
Family Fundamentals: Help new parents feel more confident in selves (June 2012) |
My son and daughter-in-law are expecting their first baby. They seem to be focusing on preparing the nursery and stocking up on baby clothes, but I’m concerned they don’t seem to appreciate what it takes to be a good parent. How can I help them prepare for parenting?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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10/25/2011 |
Researchers Tackle Safety Issues with Leafy Greens |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Leafy green vegetables, power-packed with nutrients, are a growing part of the average American diet. Yet in 2009, leafy greens also made the Center for Science in the Public Interest's "Top 10 Most Dangerous Foods." Here's what Ohio State researchers are doing to help.
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Martha Filipic |
Sudhir Sastry, Gonul Kaletunc, Ahmed Yousef |
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12/15/2014 |
'Make Tasks Easier': Arthritis Screenings, Universal Design Exhibit at Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio -- In conjunction with the longstanding Universal Design exhibit at the Farm Science Review, arthritis screenings will again be offered for farmers on the first two days of the annual farm show.
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Martha Filipic |
Meg Teaford, Pat Holmes |
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02/15/2011 |
Family Fundamentals: Start with Extension for credible relationship guidance (February 2011) |
I'm recently married and became a stepmother, and sometimes I'm not sure I handle certain situations (both with my husband and the children) in the best way. I've looked at some advice books at the library, but it's hard to judge which might be the most credible. Any ideas where I can get general (but expert) advice?
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Martha Filipic |
Kara Newby |
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02/12/2010 |
Chow Line: Vegetarian diet? Get nutrients you need (for 2/21/10) |
My partner used to be a vegetarian, and she wants us to try a vegetarian diet for a few months to see if it helps us feel healthier and possibly drop a few pounds. But aren't there nutrients we won't be getting if we don't eat meat?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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07/03/2008 |
Chow Line: Try kiwi for burst of nutrients, color (for 7/13/08) |
I like kiwi in fruit salads I enjoy at potlucks and other gatherings, but I've never purchased one myself. Any tips on selecting and preparing it?
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Martha Filipic |
Lydia Medeiros |
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12/06/2011 |
Food Safety is Focus of $2.3 Million in Grants |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- An Ohio State University scientist and colleagues have garnered two food safety grants totaling $2.3 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Martha Filipic |
Jeff LeJeune |
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03/26/2009 |
Chow Line: Promising research on peanut allergies (for 4/5/09) |
As a new mother, is there anything I can do to reduce the risk that my child will develop a peanut allergy? Should I avoid eating peanuts while breastfeeding? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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05/27/2011 |
Chow Line: Coffee: Fill to the brim for good health (for 6/5/11) |
I was surprised to hear coffee might help prevent prostate cancer. I always tried to limit coffee drinking, thinking it was a bad habit. Can I enjoy it now?
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Martha Filipic |
Amber Riggin |
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08/24/2007 |
Chow Line: How sweet they are: A tale of two beets (for 9/2/07) |
Are sugar beets the same thing as the beets that are pickled or canned?
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Martha Filipic |
Matt Kleinhenz |
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01/19/2012 |
Proper Nutrition Vital for Livestock in Late Gestation |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- As livestock managers anticipate the beginning of the spring calving season, it's vital that they make sure their cows and heifers are getting the proper nutrition.
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Martha Filipic |
Rory Lewandowski |
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04/29/2011 |
Chow Line: Peppermint could ease pain in gut (for 5/8/11) |
I suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. I heard that peppermint might help ease my symptoms, but it sounds like folklore to me. How true is it?
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Martha Filipic |
Amber Riggin |
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10/13/2005 |
Family Fundamentals: Bankruptcy Still an Option Even Under New Rules (for October 2005) |
I was laid off last week and have no prospects yet. Iââ¬â¢ve heard the bankruptcy laws have changed. If I canââ¬â¢t get ahead soon, will I still be able to file?
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Martha Filipic |
Sharon Seiling |
