Spring cleaning is more than vacuuming and dusting – there's also the kitchen. K-State Research and Extension food scientist Karen Blakeslee offers tips for cleaning the kitchen and outdoor grill, shopping at the local farmers market, and more.

Walk Kansas is an eight-week K-State Research and Extension health initiative that encourages people to be physically active, eat more fruits and vegetables and incorporate at least a few days of strengthening exercises into their wellness program. Northeast area Extension specialist and state coordinator of Walk Kansas, Sharolyn Jackson, says the challenges are the same this year but the “virtual” trails have been changed to allow participants to experience the Eight Wonders of Kansas.

March is National Nutrition Month. K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist Sandy Procter discusses what we can do to ensure the foods we consume provide the energy and nutrients we need to be healthy.

The USDA recommends eating grains daily, and at least half of those should be whole grains. K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist Sandy Procter says reading product labels can help you add more whole grains to your diet.

March is National Reading Awareness Month and K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles encourages adults to spend at least 15 minutes each day reading with, not to, young children.

The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture awarded K-State Research and Extension specialists more than $300,000 for a program to create positive health-related changes in several Kansas communities. We'll hear from organizers of this effort.

K-State Research and Extension family systems specialist Charlotte Shoup Olsen says paying attention to your Valentine’s “cues” makes it easier to find the right gift, dine at their favorite restaurant or pick a movie they’ll like.

K-State Research and Extension family resource management specialist Elizabeth Kiss previews America Saves Week, which begins February 26th and runs through March 3rd. Daily savings themes will focus on increasing savings, reducing debt, and more.

On Super Bowl Sunday, the average American will consume at least 2,400 calories just during the 4–5 hour telecast. K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist Sandy Procter recommends throwing a party that includes both snacks and activity.

More than 5 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s disease. K-State Research and Extension adult development and aging specialist Erin Yelland discusses the risk factors, signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.