Oct 12, 2026

As we get deeper into fall and winter, the foods we often eat and crave are comfort foods, such as soups, stews and casseroles. While a little comfort food is known to improve or sustain our mood in the short term, eating too many foods that are high in sugar, fat and salt can increase the risk of gaining weight in the...

Oct 5, 2026

There is a significant amount of evidence that demonstrates a direct relationship between what we consume and our physical and mental well-being. Over time, chronic stress can negatively affect our overall health. K-State Extension Johnson County nutrition, food safety and health agent, Chelsea King, says eating a diet...

Sep 28, 2026

A leading voice for the Home Baking Association recently met with a group of K-State Extension family and consumer sciences agents to discuss the benefits of baking. Sharon Davis, a consultant for the Home Baking Association, says there are economic and practical benefits, family, lifestyle and emotional benefits,...

Sep 21, 2026

A leading advocate for mental health and suicide prevention in Kansas credits the state’s Extension service for building connections within communities to help curtail the rise in the suicide rate. From 2011 to 2024, Kansas has seen a 30% increase in terms of the number of suicide losses. Josh Boydston, a client...

Sep 14, 2026

No matter how much you’ve paid for an item or product, it can be disappointing when it doesn’t meet your expectations. It can be even more frustrating if it’s difficult to get a refund or exchange from the retailer or seller. However, consumers have rights, and K-State Extension family resource management...