Bugs in the Bathroom
This week's column destroys some myths on how bugs enter your bathroom. Read more about Bugs in the Bathroom
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ISU Extension Course for Those Interested in Producing Foods for Personal Use
Homegrown Lifestyle is for people living on a large lot or a small acreage with visions of producing food for their own use and practicing land stewardship, but aren't sure how or where to start. Read more about ISU Extension Course for Those Interested in Producing Foods for Personal Use
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Baby Cut Carrots: Healthy or Harmful?
Many people choose baby carrots as their snack. They are healthy, full of vitamins and are easy to eat and feed to children. But are they safe? Jody Gatewood, a nutrition specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, dispels the myths and explains the facts. Read more about Baby Cut Carrots: Healthy or Harmful?
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County Profiles Examine Poverty and Food Needs
Local leaders, decision-makers and nonprofit organizations can use the information in their county’s “Poverty and Food Needs” profile to better understand and address local food insecurity issues, said Kimberly Greder, an associate professor and extension specialist in human development and family studies at Iowa State University. Read more about County Profiles Examine Poverty and Food Needs
Adverse Childhood Experiences Impact Adult Health
Adverse childhood experiences do not guarantee bad outcomes for adults, but they increase the odds of struggle and they are largely preventable, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Read more about Adverse Childhood Experiences Impact Adult Health
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Help Teens Get Some Sleep
Anyone who lives with teens often may hear them grumble that they are tired. To lessen the complaints, parents can take steps to help their teens get more sleep, says Cheryl Clark, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach human sciences specialist. Read more about Help Teens Get Some Sleep
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Add Family Meetings to Weekly Routine
As August arrives, families begin to think about “back to school” routines. Barbara Dunn Swanson, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach human sciences specialist, suggests making family meetings a routine all year long. Read more about Add Family Meetings to Weekly Routine
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Iowa State University Helps Couples Improve Their Relationships
Iowa State University will soon offer a new program that applies a national research-based training model to help couples have healthy relationships. Elevate, a new curriculum offered by Human Sciences Extension and Outreach, is aimed at helping couples learn skills to improve their relationships. Read more about Iowa State University Helps Couples Improve Their Relationships
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One Bad Apple Can Spoil the Whole Bunch
The recent issue of Acreage Living is available online and contains articles covering late summer topics. Read more about One Bad Apple Can Spoil the Whole Bunch
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Have Fun While Children Learn about Language and Reading
It takes work to increase young children’s interest in learning and build their language skills, but there are ways to make it fun, says Joy Rouse, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach human sciences specialist. Read more about Have Fun While Children Learn about Language and Reading
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