Nutrition Nibbles: Why should you eat more WHOLE GRAINS?

Whole grains are an important source of many nutrients including dietary fiber, B-vitamins, and minerals. Dietary Fiber – Can help reduce blood cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease. B-vitamins – Essential for a healthy nervous system. They also help the body release energy from protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Iron – Many grain […]

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Coping with Rising Prices

With gas prices passing $4.00/gallon in Wisconsin many -of us are feeling the pinch at the pump. While many families are still recovering from losing income during the pandemic, the current spikes in prices for gas and food can feel particularly hard to manage right now. Consider trying some of the strategies listed below to […]

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Do NOT Can Pickled Eggs and more food safety information

While you may see home-canned pickled eggs for purchase, it is actually not safe to can pickled eggs at home. In fact, home-pickled eggs stored at room temperature were linked to a case of botulism – so you just imagine long term shelf storage of canned pickled eggs!

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Why Eat Vegetables?

All food and beverage choices matter – focus on variety, amount, and nutrition. ·     As part of an overall healthy diet, eating foods such as vegetables that are lower in calories per cup instead of some other higher-calorie food may be useful in helping to lower calorie intake. ·     Eating a diet rich in vegetables and fruits […]

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Raise Your Voice Clubs

New Raise Your Voice Clubs have started at Rhinelander High School and Lakeland Union High School, thanks to collaborative efforts by Sharon Krause, UW-Extension Oneida County Educator, as well as partners from local school districts and NAMI Wisconsin.

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8:30-9 a.m. Thursdays: Deep Breathing and Calming Session on Zoom

Spend a half-hour once a week in a guided session on deep breathing, imagery, and gentle stretching. Learn how to calm your mind and body, decrease stress, and increase self-awareness and resiliency. Offered to anyone for free from 8:30-9 a.m. every Thursday on Zoom. Click here for more information or to sign up to receive […]

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WHY Eat More FRUIT?

People who eat more fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy diet are likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases, such as heart disease, including heart attack and stroke and certain types of cancers. Eating foods such as fruits that are lower in calories instead of higher-calorie food may be […]

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Monday, Feb. 21: Seed Starting and Winter Sowing

Learn how to successfully start seeds for your favorite plants. Garden centers often have limited varieties of plants so you can have something special by starting your own unique plants by selecting from the vast options available by seed. If you have limited indoor space for growing, you might want to try winter sowing outdoors […]

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