Numbered Publications: Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS3-537: Feeling Good About Food
Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Oct. 28, 2016 (Reviewed)
How can we get more healthful attitudes about food and activity? This fact sheet reviews current research on eating behavior in the U.S.
FCS3-535: Why We Eat What We Eat
Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Oct. 28, 2016 (Reviewed)
Many people eat for reasons other than hunger, which is a primary reason American waistlines are growing larger. To successfully manage our weight we must develop a healthy relationship with food.
FCS3-526: Build Your Strength
Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Oct. 28, 2016 (Reviewed)
This publication gives information about exercise and strength training. Research suggests that adding moderate physical activity to your lifestyle may be the single most important thing you can do to feel better and decrease your risk of disease.
FCS3-536: Bodies in Motion
Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Oct. 28, 2016 (Reviewed)
Americans are eating more calories and burning fewer calories.Adding more physical activity to your day will help you burn more calories and improve your health.
FCS5-464: Downsizing Your Home: A Guide for Older Adults
Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson | Jul. 20, 2016 (New)
Downsizing to a smaller home has become a recent trend. Older adults in particular can benefit from such a move. Smaller homes typically require less maintenance and can result in significant savings for the homeowner because of lower utility bills, property taxes, and insurance. This publication will help you make decisions and plans for downsizing.
FCS5-463: Investigating Your Health Insurance Options
Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson, Nicole Peritore | Dec. 10, 2015 (New)
Identifying healthcare wants and needs for you and your family is an important first step to finding a healthcare plan that will provide adequate healthcare coverage at a sufficient price. This publication will help you determine a health care plan that will best suit your needs.
FCS5-462: Managing Holiday Expenses: How to Reduce Spending to Decrease Stress
Laura Frey, Jennifer Hunter | Jan. 26, 2015 (New)
This publication helps you plan for holiday expenses throughout the year and adopt new, lower-cost traditions to reduce the added stress and crunch on your wallet.
PR-688: 2014 Fruit and Vegetable Research Report
Doug Archbold, Julie Beale, Lucas Hanks, June Johnston, Brenda Kennedy, Sara Long, Sean Lynch, Tracey Parriman, Shubin Saha, Nancy Savage, Kenny Seebold, Pam Sigler, Darrell Slone, Chris Smigell, John Snyder, John Strang, Ginny Travis, Nicole Gauthier, Jeff Wheeler, Patsy Wilson, Dwight Wolfe, Shawn Wright | Jan. 7, 2015 (New)
The 2014 Fruit and Vegetable crops research report includes results for more than 18 field research plots and demonstration trials. This year fruit and vegetable research and demonstration trials were conducted in three counties in Kentucky, including: Mason, Shelby, and Spencer.
FCS5-461: Evaluating Your Health Insurance Needs
Jennifer Hunter, Nicole Peritore | Apr. 29, 2014 (New)
Insurance provides financial security when the unexpected happens. Many people receive health insurance from their employers. People who are not working or are self-employed, retired, or who have too little or unaffordable coverage now have the opportunity to purchase health insurance through the Health Benefit Marketplace. Before purchasing health insurance, it may be helpful to spend some time considering what you need or want in a health insurance plan.
FCS7-213: Relatives Raising Children: Health and Safety Tips for Younger Children
Carol Gnatuk, Deborah Keys | Apr. 21, 2014 (New)
Raising grandchildren can be challenging and rewarding. Keeping children healthy and safe can be simple, but it does take thought and preparation. This publication provides suggestions and guidelines that may help.