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May. 11, 2020
Hesitation to go to the grocery store, extended breaks between grocery shopping, and more mouths to feed may decrease the availability of fresh produce in your home. Utilizing canned and frozen fruits and vegetables is convenient, budget-friendly, and delicious!
Here are some things to consider while using canned and frozen produce.
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Apr. 24, 2020
Spring officially began a few weeks ago, on March 19. Put some spring in your step by trying a new home exercise routine—being stuck inside does not mean you have to pause your wellness goals! Beyond the physical benefits of exercise, incorporating exercise into your daily routine has mental benefits such as reduced stress, better sleep, and decreased depression and anxiety. Here are a few ideas of how to get moving at home.
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Apr. 14, 2020
A new website with science-based information and research on COVID-19 from The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences launched April 7th. The KX COVID-19 Hub is a collaboration between The Knowledge Exchange, Ohio State University Extension, and the CFAES statewide network of researchers and faculty.
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Apr. 01, 2020
Dayton, OH: If you have a financial question. You’re not alone! OSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Healthy Finances professionals are sensitive to the economic challenges families and their communities are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic. For some, the loss of jobs has greatly affected families and their communities. For others, it is declining health along with inadequate health insurance coverage that puts their economic well-being and quality of life at risk. Whatever the situation, we are here to help.
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Mar. 05, 2020
There’s a reason why around this time every year we see an abundance of hand washing literature. That’s because hand washing is the #1 defense against spreading germs and keeping healthy. It is important that we all do our part in limiting the spread of germs and diseases especially during Flu sason!
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Feb. 18, 2020
Valentine’s Day isn’t the only heart-related event in February—it is also American Heart Month, recognized by the United States government as a time to increase awareness of heart disease. This month is a great time to reflect on how your habits affect your heart health. Heart disease is the cause of death for about 1 in every 4 Americans, but people can decrease their chance of getting cardiovascular disease with healthy eating and physical activity (CDC).
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Feb. 06, 2020
Saturday February 22nd from 1 PM-4:15 PM
Join the Caregiver Support Network at The Ohio State University for an important discussion on
caregiver burnout, telemedicine, useful gadgets and technology. Learn about caregiver self-care,
managing burnout, stress, mental health, connecting with resources and more!
Who should attend:
Family members caring for an adult or senior with chronic illness or disability
Adult children concerned about aging parents
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Jan. 30, 2020
With college basketball in full swing and the Superbowl around the corner, many Ohioans are spending weekends watching sports with friends and family. Often, these events involve snacking, since many game day traditions revolve around food. Many typical game day snacks, such as bacon ranch dip or fried chicken wings, are high in fat and sodium.
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Dec. 30, 2019
The tradition of making New Year Resolutions is a great chance to think about healthy changes you can make in your life. Even the smallest change can make a big difference in your health. For example, just 15 minutes of light physical activity every day can add 3 years to your expected lifespan (Source: Harvard Health). Here are some ideas of healthy habits you and your family could try in the New Year:
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Dec. 02, 2019
Cold weather can make ordering takeout or going out to eat tempting, but that can put a strain on your wallet and be less healthy than cooking at home. Soups are a great solution! They are simple to make and will warm you up. In this post we will walk you through how to create your own soup with items on hand.
