We all visit the doctor to safeguard our health; experts say our financial health can also benefite from a routine check-up. To make it easier for people to monitor their financial well-being UW-Extension Family Living Educators around the state are kicking off “Check Your Free Credit Report Campaign: 2/2, 6/6, 10/10”. For more information on […]
The Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program (WNEP) has once again partnered with Miguel Gonzales, the UW-Extension 4-H VISTA, in providing Spanish translated documents and information to Hispanic WIC participants on January 8 at the WIC clinic in Fond du Lac. The topic of “Eat Well, Spend Less” was emphasized.
Research shows that healthy habits can save us money. Gayle Coleman, nutrition education specialist with UW-Extension, offers 10 tips for increasing your health and wealth in 2013.
The cold snowy days of winter can make it a challenge to keep active and eat healthfully. Susan Nitzke, Nutrition Specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Extension and Professor Emerita of Nutritional Sciences at the UW-Madison, offers tips to help you stay fit when it’s hard to get outdoors at: Keep Fit in Winter
While the danger from winter weather varies across the country, nearly all Americans, regardless of where they live, are likely to face some type of sever winter weather at some point in their lives. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, icing, sleet and freezing rain. Follow the […]
Jeff Sindelar, UW-Extension Meat Specialist, UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, discusses how to ensure food safety in natural and organic processed meats. To download an audio version or read the entire transcript, go to: Food Safety in Processed Meats
For many consumers, gift cards offer a simple, convenient solution for holiday gift giving. But shoppers need to stay on their toes when purchasing and using gift cards, says J. Michael Collins, Extension family and consumer economics specialist and director of the UW-Madison Center for Financial Security. There are two main types of cards, explains […]
Holiday parties and special treats are oh-so-plentiful this time of year. But with some thoughtful planning, you don’t have to abandon the basics of good nutrition. “A few simple rules can help you sail through the month of December without gaining weight, ” says Susan Nitzke, Extension nutrition specialist and professor emerita of nutritional sciences […]
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Renters currently make up more than 36 million households—more than one-third of all the households in the United States. In Fond du Lac County, 28% of total occupied housing units available are occupied by renters. More people are finding themselves in need of information to help them successfully navigate the renting process and develop better […]
