Family and Consumer Science News
Summer fruits, vegetables boost opportunities for healthier eatingJuly 8, 2024—Discover the vibrant world of summer produce and unlock healthier eating habits with expert insights from K-State Research and Extension’s Ashley Svaty. In our latest article, Svaty shares practical tips and fun ideas for incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into your daily diet, making the most of the season's abundance. From creative fruit skewers to delicious grilled veggies, learn how to turn summer's bounty into nutritious and enjoyable meals for the whole family. Read the full story on KSRE News to get inspired and start your journey towards a healthier lifestyle today! |
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy: Class helps adults with quality of lifeAs simple daily tasks become more challenging with age or inactivity, maintaining physical fitness is crucial. Sharolyn Jackson and Ashley Svaty, state coordinators of the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program, emphasize the importance of regular exercise for older adults. Their eight-week program helps participants build strength and improve balance through targeted exercises, enhancing their ability to perform daily activities independently. Learn more about this program and its benefits in the full article. |
Summer is coming: Remember your sunscreen, says K-State specialistAshley Svaty, a family and consumer sciences specialist at K-State's Northwest Research-Extension Center, stresses the importance of skin protection from the sun. Just one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence can nearly double the risk of developing melanoma. Svaty advises wearing protective clothing, using SPF 30 or higher sunscreen, and reapplying it every two hours when outdoors. For more tips on sun protection, check out the full article. |
Summer fruits, vegetables boost opportunities for healthier eatingAshley Svaty, a family and consumer sciences specialist at K-State's Northwest Area, encourages Americans to take advantage of summer's abundance to improve their consumption of fruits and vegetables. Despite recommendations, only about 10% of Americans meet the daily intake of eight servings of fruits and vegetables. Svaty suggests making fruits and vegetables easily accessible, like keeping a bowl of fresh fruit visible. Fun ideas include skewers with various fruits and vegetables, and grilling vegetables like squash and zucchini. For more tips on incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet, read the full article. |
Healthy Holidays: K-State experts suggest exercise, eating in moderation |