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Food safety is an important part of the cooking process, and safe cleaning practices can help prevent foodborne illness. Cleaning up as you prepare and cook food not only reduces the chance of bacteria spreading from one food to another (known
Join us as we discuss some helpful “secrets” for creating tasty, flavorful dishes using herbs, spices, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients. Salt is commonly used to enhance the flavor in foods; however, reducing sodium intake can decrease
Learning how to save and store seeds from fruits and vegetables can be very useful in starting or continuing to grow a flourishing produce garden. It can also save money on seeds and transplants for the following planting season! For more infor
Welcome back to the Better Living for Texans Podcast! March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is “Beyond the Table”. There is a lot more that goes into food than just eating it. Many of us get food from the grocery store. But h
We are back! The Better Living for Texans program is excited to be back, and on today's episode, we share tips for healthy eating habits and how healthy eating can be easier with a plan! For more information and to view this month's recipe visi
Getting children to eat healthy can be challenging; however, gardening can be a fun and inexpensive way to spark children’s curiosity in trying vegetables and fruits. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is available to help and teach you a
Social media and television constantly have advertisements that highlight ‘nutrition gurus’ or sell magic pills for better health. It can be overwhelming trying to decide what advice to follow; however, finding accurate information can be easie
Summertime is near which often brings a sigh of relief as schedules become less hectic. Take advantage of this extra time with family mealtime! Researchers have discovered when families eat together, adults and children eat more fruits and vege
There are a variety of energy boosting snacks available; however, when we are hungry it is easy to reach for less healthy snacks like chips, candy bars, and sodas. Today on the podcast we have Sarah with us to talk about energy boosting snacks!
Every year during the month of March the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Celebrate a World of Flavors,” and focuses on celebrating foods and flavors from different cultures all aroun
During the month of February, store isles are filled with a variety of Valentine colors, and many heart-shaped cards, snacks, and sweets. While all these items are focused towards one day, the entire month is American Heart Month which is dedic
We cannot see or smell bacteria that can make us sick. To help keep your family safe and reduce your risk of a foodborne illness use the four principles of Fight BAC! Join us as Wendy teaches us about Fight BAC! is all about!
Many popular New Year's resolutions focus on health and wellness. If you are looking towards a healthier 2022 one step you can do is increase your fruit and vegetable intake. These two food groups are packed with nutrients that help our body pr
Ending the year on a healthy note can be a challenge for many. From the continuous chocolate advertisements on television to the delicious aromas of baked goods at your local grocery store, temptation to overindulge is around every corner. Toda
The holiday season is HERE which often means a busier schedule. From planning family meals to cleaning or decorating, when our schedules pick up, it is easy to skip one thing that we all need, physical activity! Our episode guest, Daisy Castill
Often, life gets busy and cooking a meal can feel like a chore. On those kinds of days, have you considered microwave cooking, rather than heading to a drive through? This can save money and often results in a more nutritious meal than going ou
Grocery store food prices typically increase by about 2% each year, however, prices increased by 3.5% in 2020. As we continue through 2021 food prices continue to steadily rise. Our episode guest, Katie Sotzing, goes over some simple but effect
Eating a nutritious meal pattern is important for everybody, however, there are stages in life when nutrition makes an even greater impact on your health! One of those stages for women, is during lactation/breastfeeding. Episode guest, Jade Edg
It is hot outside! While not everyone enjoys the heat, harmful bacteria found on food thrives in warm weather. On this episode we’re talking about important food safety practices to follow during these hot summer months. Tune in to find out how
Today's episode answers the question - how can physical activity improve joint health and mobility? Our joints allow us to run, walk, dance, play sports, pretty much everything we like to do that involves moving! Keeping our joints healthy will
Is it okay to eat something if it is past it's use-by/best-by date? Do you really need to use those bins at the bottom of the refrigerator for meat only? If you have ever had these questions, you will want to listen to this week's podcast!We ar
Today’s episode is the season 3 finale! Don’t worry though, we will be back in a few weeks. Today we’re answering the question - “What challenges and successes did Better Living for Texans (BLT) agents and educators experience during the past y
Basil, parsley, mint, cilantro, rosemary, thyme, dill, and more! There are so many herbs you can grow and use when cooking. In this episode, we're talking all about how to successfully grow and cook with herbs! Better Living for Texans - Extens
Have you ever wondered what to do when you grow more fruits or vegetables than you or your family can eat? After all the effort of growing and maintaining a garden, the last thing you want to do is let the produce you have grown go to waste. In
Better Living for Texans (BLT) offers gardening programs to youth and adults. Participants of these programs have expressed improved accessibility to and intake of fruits and vegetables. Today we are joined by BLT extension agent, Amy Smith-Shi
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