Bringing Home the Turkey

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Nov 152012
 

Episode 50 - Bringing Home the Turkey [ 4 min 05 s ] Download

“Coexistence: what the farmer does with the turkey – until Thanksgiving” ` Mike Connolly (Photo by Rachel Spauldling)

According to the National Turkey Federation, 95 percent of Americans eat turkey at their Thanksgiving meal. Since it’s likely that a turkey will be the centerpiece of your holiday meal, do you know how big a bird to buy? If the turkey is frozen, do you know how to thaw it safely? University of Missouri Extension is here to help you with these questions. Listen to the podcast or download it and listen to it later. But, don’t wait too long, turkey day is almost here.

 

Today’s guest is Tammy Roberts, nutrition specialist for University of Missouri Extension.

Check out Turkey Tips from the Missouri Families website.

 Posted by on November 15, 2012 at 9:00 pm

Help Children Enjoy Halloween without Candy Overload

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Oct 292012
 

Episode 49 - Healthy Halloween [ 4 min 18 s ] Download

There is a child in every one of us who is still a Trick-or-Treater looking for a brightly lit front porch. ~ Robert Brault (Illustration by Rainer Topf)

Halloween is a popular holiday because kids get to bring home lots of treats, mostly candy. Too much of anything always has consequences. This creates a tough balancing act for parents who want their children to enjoy the holiday, but would rather avoid tummy aches, tooth decay and too many calories.

Today’s guest is Tammy Roberts, nutrition specialist for University of Missouri Extension. She has some tips for helping children make good choices while still enjoying the fun and excitement of Trick-or-Treat.

 

 

 

 Posted by on October 29, 2012 at 11:06 pm

Pumpkin Pie or Jack-O-Lantern – Why Not Both?

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Oct 192012
 

Episode 48 - Pumpkins [ 5 min 15 s ] Download

The littlest pumpkins have the biggest grins. (Photo by Katrina DeLourve)

Today we pay homage to the versatile pumpkin. It’s a mainstay for Halloween decorations, but shouldn’t be overlooked as a nutritious fruit that’s low in fat and calories.

Our guest today is Tammy Roberts, nutrition specialist for University of Missouri Extension. She has tips for recycling your Jack-O-Lanterns into yummy pies, breads, soups and stews.

 

 

Find more information and some delicious recipes at Pumpkins – From Harvest to Health

 Posted by on October 19, 2012 at 6:53 pm

Deck the Halls with Proper Caution

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Dec 132011
 

Episode 18 - Holiday Toxic Plants [ 7 min 36 s ] Download

"Perhaps the best Yuletide decoration is being wreathed in smiles." ~ Author Unknown

Ornamental plants are a great way to make your home festive for the holidays. Stealing a kiss under the mistletoe or hanging a holly wreath to welcome guests are both traditions, and both plants are toxic. These plants can cause harm if they are eaten or handled. If you plan to decorate with mistletoe, holly, Jerusalem cherry, bittersweet or yew use caution and place them well out of the reach of small children and pets.

 

 

Today’s guest is David Trinklein, horticulture specialist for University of Missouri Extension.

More information on holiday safety is available from University of Missouri Extension.

 Posted by on December 13, 2011 at 12:22 am

Re-blooming the Poinsettia – Not a Nonchalant Feat

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Dec 072011
 

Episode 17 - Re-Blooming Poinsettia [ 5 min 09 s ] Download

One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly. ~ Andy Rooney (Photo by Mike Johnson)

There are two factions when it comes to what to do with poinsettias after the holidays. One group breathes a sigh of relief that the holidays are over, and tosses the plant away. The other group, the keepers, wants to care and nurture the plant so it can re-bloom the following winter. It takes more than just water and fertilizer to get the poinsettia’s bracts to turn color. Only diligent endurance will reward you with colorful leaves.

 

Today’s guest is David Trinklein, horticulture specialist for University of Missouri Extension.

More information can be found on the MU Extension website.

 Posted by on December 7, 2011 at 10:42 pm

The Poor, Maligned Poinsettia

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Nov 282011
 

Episode 16 - The Poor, Maligned Poinsettia [ 6 min 29 s ] Download

"Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart." ~ Washington Irving

There are many things that are true about the poinsettia.

  • It’s a native of Mexico – True
  • In nature, poinsettia are perennial flowering shrubs that can grow up to ten feet tall – True
  • The showy, colored parts of poinsettia, which most people think are the flowers, are actually colored bracts or modified leaves – True
  • The actual flowers, or cyathia, of the poinsettia are in the center of the colorful bracts – True

There is one common belief, however, that is not true.  Despite the urban legend that the poinsettia is toxic, this is absolutely FALSE.

 

Today’s guest is David Trinklein, horticulture specialist for University of Missouri Extension.

For more information, please visit the University of Missouri Extension webpage.

 Posted by on November 28, 2011 at 9:03 pm

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