Best Foodsafety Podcasts (2024)

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Outdoor Learning Can Be Simple for Kids 14:51

4d ago14:51

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The arrival of warmer weather is an opportunity for parents to spend more time outdoors with their children. K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles says there’s just all kinds of really cool activities and opportunities to support our children’s development in a conscientious and forward-thinking way. He discusse…

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The Effects of Extreme Heat 14:51

11d ago14:51

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Extreme heat often results in the highest annual number of deaths among all weather-related disasters. In most of the U.S., extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees – and it’s becoming more of a health risk. Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Ka…

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Saving Money and Protecting Planet Earth 14:51

18d ago14:51

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Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd to raise awareness and support for environmental protection. The first Earth Day was held in 1970, and it’s now observed by millions of people in over 190 countries around the world. Kansas State University family resource management specialist Elizabeth KIss (kish) says it’s also an opportunity to m…

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Walk Kansas 2024: Shifting Habits 14:51

25d ago14:51

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Developing positive lifestyle habits, such as exercising regularly and eating healthful foods, often require just a little nudge – not a lot of effort or willpower. Walk Kansas 2024 is focusing on how simple shifts can help positive habits stick. State leader for Walk Kansas and the K-State Research and Extension family and consumer science special…

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HOTB 297: Can regular meditation enhance healing? 22:14

26d ago22:14

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I stumbled upon an article about meditation that led me down a rabbit hole of other articles looking into why or how meditation helps us feel better. Turns out, there are hundreds of recent articles discovering exactly what meditation is doing in our bodies. So where would I begin? It was overwhelming to be sure. But I started with articles from th…

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What is Too Much Screen Time Costing You? 14:51

1M ago14:51

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TV, smartphones and tablets are part of our culture. That doesn’t mean we should spend every waking minute staring at a screen. In fact, research shows both adults and children benefit from limiting screen time to just a few hours a day. K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles says not establishing rules for scree…

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No More Excuses: Schedule Your Annual Wellness Exam 14:51

1M ago14:51

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According to the National Institutes of Health, even if you feel fine, you should still see your health provider for regular checkups because these annual wellness exams can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly, and regular blood tests can check …

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National Nutrition Month: Eating a Variety of Foods 14:51

2M ago14:51

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MyPlate, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s dietary guidelines for daily health, recommends one-half of your plate at any meal should include fruits and vegetables; one-quarter each for grains and proteins, and one serving of dairy. March is National Nutrition Month and K-State Research and Extension nutrition and wellness educator, Priscilla Bre…

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Are You Prepared for Severe Weather Events? 14:51

2M ago14:51

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Kansas experiences a variety of spring and summertime severe weather events, including tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, lightning and flash flooding. Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 4-8. Kansas State University climatologist and manager of Mesonet, a network of environmental monitoring stations across the state, Chip Redmond, sugges…

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Eating the Mediterranean Way 14:51

2M ago14:51

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Some studies have shown that eating nine servings of fruits and vegetables a day could reduce a person’s risk for cardiovascular disease by as much as 60%. An eating style that’s becoming more popular, the Mediterranean Diet, focuses on a holistic approach to incorporating healthy protein and healthy fats, eating more fruits, vegetables and whole g…

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The Importance of Routine Blood Pressure Checks 14:51

2M ago14:51

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High blood pressure – also known as hypertension – is often referred to as the “silent killer” because it may show no symptoms until there are greater problems. The Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Kansas State University, Elaine Johannes, says Extension agents are being trained as Healthy Heart Ambassadors …

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Shift Your Habits with Walk Kansas 14:51

2M ago14:51

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Walk Kansas, an annual K-State Research and Extension health initiative that promotes personal health and well-being by helping participants adopt healthful lifestyle habits over an eight-week period, begins March 31st and runs through May 25th. Walk Kansas State Leader and Northeast Area Family and Consumer Science Specialist, Sharolyn Jackson, sa…

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HOTB 296: What are branched-chain amino acids and why are they essential? 18:19

3M ago18:19

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Today's episode is a relatively short one, so I thought I would start by giving you a 5 minute sample of my new memoir, called Helpers Anonymous (now on audible and itunes. If you are interested in listening to the audio version of the memoir, you could send me your first name and email address and I will email you one of the free audible codes for…

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Use Valentine's Day to Connect with Kids 14:51

3M ago14:51

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Valentine’s Day typically involves roses, chocolates, dining out and lots of romance. However, Kansas State University child development specialist Bradford Wiles says it can also be a time for kindness. He says Valentine’s Day celebrates love and kindness is a key component of love. Wiles discusses how parents can show kindness toward their childr…

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Assistive Technology Basics for Making Daily Tasks Easier 14:51

3M ago14:51

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Assistive technology can help everyone, but it’s especially beneficial for people with disabilities or older adults. Without assistive technology, Kansas State University Extension specialist in adult development and aging, Erin Martinez, says people may feel excluded and isolated, which increases the impact and risk of disease, disability, and men…

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HOTB 295: How to conquer weight loss plateaus 20:01

3M ago20:01

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Back in the old days, maybe 50 years ago, scientists believed that it was all about the math. We decided that a deficit of 3500 calories would equal 1 pound of weight loss and the weight loss was from the burning of fat stores for that energy. If that’s the case, a daily deficit of 500 calories per day would be equal to 1 pound of fat loss per week…

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Better Sleep Means Better Health 14:51

3M ago14:51

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Science shows a connection between getting a good night’s sleep – night after night – and the impact it has on our body and mind. The K-State Research and Extension Living Well Wednesday webinar series for January, presented by Michelle Lane, senior director of Community Wellness at North Kansas City Hospital, focused on the benefits of sleep – wha…

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Living Well Wednesday Begins in January with Sleep is a Superpower 14:51

3M ago14:51

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Not getting a good night’s sleep can result in more than feeling tired the next day. Science proves sleep directly affects life expectancy, relationships, libido, cardiovascular health and the immune system. The first Living Well Wednesday series of 2024, hosted by K-State Research and Extension, focuses on sleep being a superpower. In addition to …

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Taking a Long View on Financial Goals 14:51

4M ago14:51

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Often when it comes to goal-setting, Kansas State University family resource management specialist Elizabeth Kiss (kish) says we think it’s all or nothing…”We think ‘I have to do this or ‘I have to be focused…’ However, that’s not necessarily the best or most successful way to achieve what your goals. Instead, Kiss says to take the long view on goa…

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Tips for Making Holiday Candy 14:51

4M ago14:51

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Candy can be as much of a holiday tradition as decorating the tree, putting up the lights and exchanging gifts. However, some holiday candy, such as fudge, peanut brittle, toffee and peanut butter balls, are a lot more difficult to make than people realize. In fact, K-State Research and Extension food scientist Karen Blakeslee says making candy is …

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HOTB 294: What's all the fuss about Olympic? 17:11

4M ago17:11

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If there was ever a topic that my unique combination of background experience leads me to have an opinion about, it would be Ozempic. Yet, even I am not sure about exactly where the internal debate in my head finally lands. And that leads me to believe that the “one size fits all” nutrition advice just won’t work here. But before I get into Ozempic…

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Building a Career Pathway for Childhood Care and Education 14:51

4M ago14:51

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Child Care Aware of Kansas reports a lack of educators is one of the primary barriers to filling childhood care openings in Kansas. As part of a grant-funded project, Kansas State University is working to rebuild the state’s early childhood care and education work force. Associate dean for academic and faculty affairs in K-State’s Department of App…

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A New Plant Hardiness Zone Map Expands Options 14:51

5M ago14:51

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The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, which is used for nearly all aspects of agriculture, horticulture and natural resources research and Extension recommendations, has been updated. Kansas State University nursery crop and marketing specialist, Cheryl Boyer, was on a USDA technical review team that helped develop the map. She discusses the process f…

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HOTB 293: What are sell-by dates and why should we care? part 2 17:26

5M ago17:26

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Once again, I review different types of foods where sell-by dates are important and explain why that may be the case. As in part one, the take-away message is that it's good to know which foods might spoil and taste lousy versus which foods could cause food poisoning. But first, I announce that there are still promo codes for free copies of my memo…

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The Benefits of Intergenerational Connections 14:51

5M ago14:51

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Intergenerational connections can help both older adults and children feel cared for and valued. Research shows that intergenerational programs increase self-esteem and feelings of well-being for both older adults and children. K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles says intergenerational connections can reduce l…

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3 B's To A Healthier Body And Mind 14:51

5M ago14:51

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No matter what you’re making, having a list of ingredients makes any task much easier. The same is true when you’re trying to build a better body and mind. In this case, the list of ingredients – all starting with the letter “B” – is just three. Johnson County Extension nutrition, food safety and health agent, Chelsea Reinberg, is offering a progra…

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HOTB 292: what are sell-by dates and why should we care? 16:43

5M ago16:43

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Breaking news! (I hope) My new memoir called "Helpers Anonymous" is now out in audiobook format, on audible and iTunes. I still have free codes to hand out! So if you would like to listen to my audiobook, I still have some available for free audiobooks. If you would like a complimentary audiobook, just message me with your first name and email addr…

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Eating Smart and Staying Active 14:51

5M ago14:51

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Because it’s easy to eat too much and be less active, the holiday season is sometimes jokingly referred to as belt loosening and elastic waistband season. However, modifying some favorite dishes to reduce sugar, fat and salt, being mindful while eating, staying active and following our normal routine as much as possible can make the holidays more e…

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Winter Weather Challenges 14:51

6M ago14:51

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Transitioning from fall to winter creates a variety of weather conditions across Kansas. This might include above average temperatures, frosts and freezes, rain, snow, ice and winds that can create dangerous wind chills. Kansas State University meteorologist Chip Redmond says we need to be for rapidly changing conditions. For example, he says this …

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Facilitating Community Conversations in Southeast Kansas 14:51

6M ago14:51

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K-State Research and Extension recently held its annual conference on the K-State campus in Manhattan. Three agents from the Southwind Extension District, Tara Solomon-Smith, family and community wellness agent for the Erie office, Amanda Clasen, community vitality agent for the Erie office and Cassidy Lutz, family and consumer science agent for th…

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Fall Lawn and Garden Tasks 14:51

6M ago14:51

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With leaves beginning to fall and form a thick layer on the lawn, it’s a good idea to have a strategy for removing those leaves before they cause long-lasting damage. Leaf removal is just one of many lawn and garden tasks that should be tackled this fall. K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Johnson County, Dennis Patton, discusses…

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HOTB 291: Are Creatine supplements worth the money? 17:59

6M ago17:59

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When I learned that up to 70% of college athletes are now taking creatine supplements, I decided to look into studies that examined its effectiveness. Before I got into creatine supplements, I went over a few points from the previous episodes on the benefits of berries and other antioxidants. There is a five minute video by Dr. Michael Greger on th…

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Vaping: The New Youth Epidemic 14:51

6M ago14:51

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According to the latest data, 25% of Kansas high school students currently vape or have vaped. Additionally, one in seven reported using some type of tobacco and one-third reported using two or more tobacco products, including vaping. The October Living Well Wednesday virtual learning series, hosted by K-State Research and Extension Family and Cons…

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Testing and Developing Safe Food Products 14:51

6M ago14:51

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The Kansas Value Added Foods Lab, located on the Kansas State University campus, offers a variety of services to help small businesses and entrepreneurs develop their products to sell commercially. The lab also offers training, such as Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods, which is being conducted online November 2nd and 3rd. Kansas St…

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Remote Online Initiative Project 14:51

7M ago14:51

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Kansas State University and the North Central Regional Planning Commission are launching the Remote Online Initiative (ROI) project in four north central counties to boost income for participants through expanded work opportunities while providing increased economic support for rural communities. Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Insti…

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Age-Related Sensory Challenges 14:51

7M ago14:51

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A decline in the senses doesn’t happen to every individual as they age, but it can be an issue for many. Kansas State University Extension specialist in adult development and aging, Erin Martinez, says Gray for a Day, a program provided by Extension agents across Kansas, provides a hands-on educational opportunity for people of all ages to experien…

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HOTB 290: Why are cancer rates increasing at younger ages? Part 2 21:35

7M ago21:35

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We all know that rates of cancer seem to be rising for many different types of cancer. Most notably colorectal, breast, prostate, and skin cancer. But why? This is a complicated question with no simple answer. Colorectal cancer is definitely food-related, but smoking, weight, and epi-genetics play a role. Breast and prostate cancer can be influence…

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Education for Parents 14:51

7M ago14:51

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The Living Well Wednesday virtual learning series continues this fall with a focus on education for parents. Topics for the October, November and December webinars include vaping – the new epidemic among youth, teen stress and anxiety – what’s normal and when professional help may be needed, and importance of early experiences for babies because of…

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How to Recognize a Scam 14:51

7M ago14:51

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Scammers are using technology to trick Americans out of more money than ever before. In 2022, according to the most recent data from the Federal Trade Commission, reported consumer losses to fraud totaled $8.8 billion – a 30 percent increase from 2021. However, there are steps that can be taken to keep your money and private information safe. K-Sta…

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Reducing the Risk of Food Poisoning 14:51

8M ago14:51

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National Food Safety Education Month is an opportunity to educate people about ways to reduce the risk of food poisoning – whether it’s at home or in the parking lot at a tailgate party. K-State Research and Extension food scientist Karen Blakeslee says if we follow four simple steps, the risk of getting sick from a foodborne illness can be dramati…

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Personal Health Benefits of Civic Engagement 14:51

8M ago14:51

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Civic health is the way communities are organized to define and address public problems. The Robert Wood Foundation has been collecting research for years that shows a little over 50% of our health is related to places that we live, learn, work, play and pray. Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Heal…

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HOTB 289: why are cancer rates increasing at younger ages? 14:48

8M ago14:48

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There have been stories in the media recently about cancer rates increasing in younger people in this country. That is also true in England, but not so much in Asian countries (where folks eat less processed meat and more plant-based foods). Among the 14 cancer types on the rise, eight are related to the digestive system. The recent news is based o…

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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy: An Exercise Program for Older Adults 14:51

8M ago14:51

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Some things we can easily do when we’re younger, such as putting on socks or reaching around to get something out of a back pocket, can become a greater challenge with age or inactivity. K-State Research and Extension has an eight-week exercise program that helps older adults build strength and improve balance. K-State Research and Extension northw…

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Increasing Childcare in Kansas 14:51

8M ago14:51

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Since 2017, the Kansas Department for Children and Families reports that the state has lost 5,044 childcare slots – an overall loss of 6% – and 84,000 slots are currently needed to meet the demand for childcare. According to K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles, there are many challenges associated with increas…

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Navigating the Stages of Retirement 14:51

9M ago14:51

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Kansas State University Extension adult development and aging specialist, Erin Martinez, says retirement is one of life’s most stressful events – and it’s not all tied to how much you’ve saved. Researchers have been focusing on more than just managing retirement accounts and are exploring retiree’s life experiences and they’ve found several distinc…

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HOTB 288: review of the documentary "The Need to Grow" 23:05

9M ago23:05

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Now, I mean this in only the nicest possible way. But sometimes I review a documentary so you don't have to watch the whole darn thing yourself. Unless you want to; which you may in this particular case. I'm reviewing a documentary called "The Need to Grow", which tells us about two pioneers in the sustainability/save the planet field. These two me…

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Back-to-School on a Budget 14:51

9M ago14:51

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As students return to the classroom, parents of school-aged children are facing a fairly large added expense. The National Retail Federation reports that back-to-school shopping for families with children in elementary grades through high school is expected to increase from last year’s previous record high of $864.35 to just over $890. However, K-S…

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Taking an Active Role in Children's Education 14:51

9M ago14:51

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Teachers play an important role in a child’s education. However, a parent is a child’s first and most important teacher. Research shows support from the child’s family is critical to success. K-State Research and Extension child development specialist, Bradford Wiles, describes parental involvement as an effort to understand what’s happening in the…

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Men Would Benefit from Talking About Health 14:51

9M ago14:51

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Studies show that men are twice as likely to go two years between doctor visits and 40% only go if they have a serious issue. So, what keeps men from seeking routine medical care? Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Kansas State University and Brad Dirks, the associate director of the Physici…

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HOTB 287: What's in this thing? A look at Balance of Nature supplements 20:22

9M ago20:22

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I don’t mind telling you that I have been obsessed with Balance of Nature supplements since I have been forced to listen to numerous replays of TV ads during one of my favorite shows. I hear myself yelling things like. "have you no shame?" at the TV, but the ads just keep coming. Spoiler alert: These snake oil salesmen will deduct $90 – $100 from y…

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