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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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09/01/2005 |
Make Food Plan Now for Emergencies |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- With clear weather in the forecast, flood warnings from earlier this week might seem like a distant memory. But Ohio State University Extension nutritionist Sharron Coplin said that this is the perfect time to do some menu planning and pantry inventory for emergencies.
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Martha Filipic |
Sharron Coplin |
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12/21/2012 |
Chow Line: Saturated fat science is evolving (12/21/12) |
In a recent column, you said oils that are high in saturated fat aren’t heart-healthy. But I’ve read about the benefits of tropical oils, especially coconut oil. What’s up?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Kennel |
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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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05/29/2009 |
Chow Line: Calories on menus having an effect (for 6/7/09) |
I've heard more localities are requiring restaurants to post calorie information. Is it having an effect? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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01/19/2010 |
Family Fundamentals: Organized financial records make life easier (for Jan. 2010) |
I tend to keep my financial papers (at least those that I think are important) but after more than a decade, my record boxes are overwhelming my closet floor. What should I focus on keeping, and for how long?
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Martha Filipic |
Susan Shockey |
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01/13/2011 |
Jan. 22: Score of Super Sleuths to Study Salicylates in 4-H Science Saturday Session |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- "Salicylate Sleuths: Finding Drugs in Everyday Materials" is the topic of January's Ohio 4-H "Science Saturday" program for kids.
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Martha Filipic |
Sally McClaskey |
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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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08/01/2008 |
Chow Line: Choose carefully at Chinese restaurants (for 8/10/08) |
I used to love going out for Chinese food, but I stopped eating it years ago when I heard how unhealthy it was. Are there healthy options? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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03/06/2009 |
Chow Line: Low fat or low carb? Choose what works (for 3/15/09) |
I'm at high risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. I've started paying more attention to what I eat and have lost a few pounds, but should I also avoid high-carb foods?
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Martha Filipic |
Martha Belury |
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10/18/2012 |
Family Fundamentals: Confusion, memory problems common in elderly (Oct. 2012) |
My dad is approaching 70 and seems to be getting more confused and forgetful. We don’t think it’s anything serious right now, but should we be worried about dementia?
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Martha Filipic |
James Bates |
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07/15/2011 |
Chow Line: Several tactics can help with weight loss (for 7/24/11) |
Since I turned 50, I seem to gain weight much more easily, and it's much more difficult to take off. My husband says I shouldn't blame age, but doesn't aging have an effect?
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Martha Filipic |
Gail Kaye |
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09/07/2007 |
Chow Line: DASH diet no fad, just healthful eating (for 9/16/07) |
A friend of mine is losing weight on something called the DASH diet. Is it a fad? |
Martha Filipic |
Jaime Foster |
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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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08/07/2012 |
New Department Chair, Native of New Mexico, Savors Buckeye Roots |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Gary Straquadine grew up in New Mexico and has spent the last 25 years in Utah, but he feels like his move to Columbus is a true homecoming.
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Martha Filipic |
Gary Straquadine |
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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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11/16/2012 |
Chow Line: Know warning signs, risk of diabetes (11/16/12) |
No one in my family has ever had diabetes. Does that mean I’m not at risk for developing it?
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Martha Filipic |
Carolyn Gunther |
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04/07/2011 |
Ohio Farmers Planting More Corn Per Acre |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Today's generation of corn hybrids can withstand more stress -- and therefore more crowding -- than farmers have ever seen. And that means farmers often can plant more seeds per acre and have a good expectation of high yields, at least up to a point, says an Ohio State University Extension agronomist.
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Martha Filipic |
Peter Thomison |
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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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04/30/2010 |
Chow Line: Not everyone can tolerate gluten (for 5/9/10) |
In the past few months, two of our friends have told us that they need to avoid eating wheat products, even though they said tests for celiac disease came back negative. Are there other reasons people would need to avoid wheat?
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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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03/30/2007 |
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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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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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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09/13/2011 |
Campus Prepares for 'ArboBlitz' Oct. 5-8 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Come October, Mary Maloney hopes to see hundreds of tree-huggers crowding Ohio State University's campus. "And I'm hoping for a lot of non-tree-huggers too," she said.
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Martha Filipic |
Mary Maloney |
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08/08/2008 |
Chow Line: Expose children to more vegetables (for 8/17/08) |
With school starting soon, I want to pack some fresh vegetables in my children's lunches, but I'm afraid they'll just throw them away. Any ideas? |
Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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03/13/2009 |
Chow Line: High blood sugar levels dangerous (for 3/22/09) |
How can having high blood sugar cause so many health problems? I understand that it does cause damage, but how?
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Martha Filipic |
Julie Shertzer |
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10/18/2012 |
Unbeatable Students Create UnBeetable Burger |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Apparently, it's hard to beat a burger made of beets. On Oct. 1, the "UnBeetable Burger" with a soft gourmet pretzel bun won the Student Product Development Competition of AACC International, a professional association specializing in cereal grain science.
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Martha Filipic |
Liz Green, Luis Rodriguez-Saona |
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07/06/2012 |
Chow Line: Now is a great time to try fresh herbs (7/6/12) |
Last week, I used fresh dill weed in a recipe for the first time and was surprised how mild it was -- very different from from the dried dill I normally use. I want to try using more fresh herbs. Any ideas on where I should start?
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Martha Filipic |
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07/29/2010 |
'Operation: Military Kids' Brings Kids, Parents to Campus |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- "It makes them feel special for a day." That's the power behind Operation: Military Kids "Hero Camps," day-long outings for children in military families, said Jennifer Douthwaite of West Liberty, at a July 27 camp at Ohio State University.
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Martha Filipic |
Mark Wilson |
