Tips for pickling for flavor — safely
Learn how to pickle for flavor safely and avoid foodborne illnesses with tips from the Ohio State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences team
Prepare for garden and canning season
Learn how to inventory your pantry, test your pressure canner, and calculate crop yields to ensure a successful 2026 preserving year.
Reduce the risk of skin cancer with sun safety
Ohio State Extension educator Marie Economos provides sun safety tips to reduce your risk of skin cancer.
Caregiving crisis: A growing challenge for farm families
As the farming population ages, more agricultural families are forced to balance off-farm jobs, demanding daily chores, and caregiving for aging parents. Ohio State University Extension's LuAnn Duncan explains the impact of this chronic stress and why open communication and planning are vital for rural caregivers.
Healthy cooking tips for the holiday season
Find out how to make smart swaps, mindful eating, safer food prep and simple planning while keeping festive flavors you love with tips from Ohio State University's family and consumer sciences educators.
Spring cleaning: An old-fashioned idea with modern benefits
While it might feel like a tradition from Grandma’s era, modern science says a "seasonal reset" is more important than ever for our busy lives. From reducing hidden allergens to lowering stress levels, a deep clean is about much more than just a tidy room—it's about your health. Check out these updated tips from Ohio State University Extension’s LuAnn Duncan.
Don’t let Black Friday put you in the ‘red’
Black Friday deals can tempt shoppers into overspending. Learn how to avoid scams, shop smart and make meaningful, budget-friendly holiday choices.
How to beat the winter blues: Science-backed tips to boost your mood
Beat the winter blues with these science-backed tips from OSU Extension's Family and Consumer Sciences Educators. Discover how light therapy, movement and cozy routines can boost your mood during the darkest months.
How habit stacking can improve your heart health this year
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., but lifestyle changes can flip the script. Ohio State University Extension Educator Emily Marrison explains how small habits lead to big heart health wins.
Healthy comfort food: Easy swaps for fall recipes
Fall weather brings cravings for warm comfort foods, but you don't have to give up nutrition. Learn how simple ingredient swaps—such as Greek yogurt, applesauce, cauliflower, and extra vegetables—can lighten up classic recipes while keeping all the flavor you love this season.
