The Extension Institute of Health & Well-Being works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin families through evidence-based programs focused on nutrition, food security and safety, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, prevention of substance abuse and health insurance literacy.
Recommendations for canning summer squashes, including zucchini, that you may have seen in past United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) bulletins have been withdrawn due to uncertainty about the determination of processing times. Squashes are low-acid vegetables and require pressure canning for a specific period of time that will destroy the bacteria that causes botulism. […]
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In the wake of the Uvalde, Texas school tragedy, there are numerous resources for supporting families and children as they process scary and violent events: Young Children Talking to Children About Scary events (English and Spanish) as part of our Parenting the Preschooler series. Death and Grief in Parenting the Preschooler may also be appropriate. Elementary Our Raising […]
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Helping Preschoolers Cope with Scary Events We can’t prevent scary events from happening, but we can do our best to know what and how much information our children are being exposed to about the events. Children are often frightened by uncertainty, change, and adult emotional responses. The following tips help children cope during scary times: […]
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Strawberry harvest season in Wisconsin is typically mid-May through mid-June. Check out the May/June 2022 publication of Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe for tips for preserving your harvest: Making Sweet Spreads and Canning Fruit Canning with Less Sugar Drying Strawberries Freezing Strawberries and more! View or share this newsletter.
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Keep Calm & Cook On: Casual Conversation Around Feeding Kids Join us each month in our virtual kitchen to: Watch a recipe demonstration Discuss challenges around feeding children Support your kids in making healthy choices Receive an incentive for joining! Join us monthly on Zoom – 2nd Friday of the month from 10:00-11:00am: Friday, February […]
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Parents and caregivers alike today had to consider their child’s safety as they evaluated the widespread threats of violence on a popular app. Here are several strategies for talking to your children about what they see on social media. Extension has also developed relevant materials that have additional tips for you.
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Oranges are in season! Make some marmalade to savor the tangy taste! Learn more at https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can_07/orange_marmalade.html #NCRFoodSafety
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Properly frozen tomatoes can be used to can tomato juice, sauce, crushed or stewed tomatoes. Learn more at https://enewsletters.k-state.edu/youaskedit/2017/11/13/canning-previously-frozen-tomatoes/ #NCRFoodSafety
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Preserve cranberries by canning, freezing, or drying. Learn more at https://extension.psu.edu/preserving-cranberries #NCRFoodSafety
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Give a budget-saving food gift item from your kitchen! Visit https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/food/news/homemade-gifts-for-the-holiday-season for more information. #NCRFoodSafety
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