Mar 8, 2021

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recognizes National Nutrition Month each March to bring focus to healthy living. This year’s theme, Personalize Your Plate, encourages people to choose foods that are healthy and that appeal specifically to them. K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist Sandy...

Mar 1, 2021

The peak tornado season in Kansas runs from April to June with the state averaging 95 tornadoes per year. Kansas also experiences damaging winds, large hail, and both general and flash flooding during the spring and summer. Kansas State University assistant state climatologist Mary Knapp says now is the time to prepare...

Feb 22, 2021

In Kansas, 9.4% of the adult population have been diagnosed with diabetes and it is the 7th leading cause of death. It is also costly. Those who have diabetes have medical expenses that are nearly two-and-a-half times higher than those who do not have the disease. K-State Research and Extension is launching an...

Feb 15, 2021

According to the U.S. Financial Capability Survey, about 52% of Kansans have a rainy day fund that could cover expenses for three months. However, that leaves a lot of Kansans who need to set up an emergency fund or increase their existing fund. K-State Research and Extension resource management specialist Elizabeth...

Feb 8, 2021

The International Food Information Council conducted a year-end survey to see what changes were made since consumers spent more time at home. 47% of the respondents said their eating habits stayed about the same, but 32% said their eating habits became healthier. Kansas State University food scientist Karen...