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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 6, Episode 40
Dr. David Wiesenhorn, our Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development, presents practical strategies for managing and understanding our screen time. He inspires listeners to take a moment of reflection and ask key questions such as: "Am I being mindful?", "Am I being kind?" and "Am I being constructive?" among others as we consider the time we spend on phones and other digital devices. These questions aid in promoting conscious use of digital devices, encouraging a healthier and more beneficial digital lifestyle.
He also points out the research from Boston Children's Hospital's Digital Wellness Lab that throws light on the same. The episode nudges listeners to reevaluate their online habits, prioritize personal connections, and make choices that promote mental, emotional health. Tune in for some insights on maintaining a healthy balance in this digital age.
For more information:
Family Guide to Digital Wellness
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Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Super Smoothies: Build a Better Smoothie
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Anna Cason, Extension Associate for Nutrition and Health
Season 6, Episode 37
Smoothies are a great way to start your day or satisfy midday munchies. Anna Cason joins Talking FACS to share strategies for building a better smoothie so you maximize nutrients and ease preparation woes. Smoothies are also a great way for using up ingredients that are nearing their expiration date!
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Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Is Baby-led weaning for me and my baby?
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 31
Baby-led weaning has grown in popularity in recent years, but what is it? Is it the right approach for me to help my baby transition to table food? Dr. Courtney Luecking joins the Talking FACS podcast to answer these questions and many more for parents who are on the brink of transitioning their infant to solid nourishment options.
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Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Navigating the Season of Sweets with Children
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 22
When sweets treats seem to be every where you turn, it sometimes is difficult to for children to resist the temptation to indulge at every opportunity. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares tips for removing the mystique for sweets and lowering them from their pedestal.
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Nutrition Education Program 2024 Calendars
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: LaToya Drake, Program Coordinator, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program
Season 6, Episode 17
Finding a delicious, easy-to-prepare, budget friendly recipe to serve your family is as easy as opening up the 2024 Nutrition Education Program Food and Nutrition Calendar. On this episode of Talking FACS, LaToya Drake, NEP Program Coordinator, shares tips for using the Food and Nutrition Calendar to plan meals and grocery shopping activities.
Find the 2024 NEP Food and Nutrition Calendars at your local UK Cooperative Extension Office.
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Friday Nov 10, 2023
Markey Cancer Center - A Comprehensive Cancer Center
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Mark Evers, MD, FACS, Director, UK Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 48
What does it mean when a cancer center, such as Markey, receives the comprehensive cancer center designation? How does being a comprehensive cancer center impact the work being done at Markey? Does having a comprehensive cancer center have significant implications for Kentucky? Listen to this episode of Cancer Conversations, as Dr. Mark Evers answers these questions and more.
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Brain Food
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 10
The title for this episode might make you think we are planning ahead for Halloween on Talking FACS, but really we are chatting with Dr. Courtney Luecking about the essential nutrients needed for healthy development of baby brains during pregnancy. Fetal brain development is rapid throughout pregnancy and lays the foundation for a child’s growth and development. Understanding which nutrients support fetal brain development and health in pregnancy can help expectant parents make nutrition choices that have lasting positive impact for their child.
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Monday Aug 14, 2023
Exploring New Foods with Children
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 6, Episode 6
Encouraging your children to try new foods is sometimes a daunting task. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking provides tips and strategies to make the new food transition smooth. Don't get discouraged or give up - sometimes new food needs to be offered 10 to 15 times before your child decides it is good!
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Going on NOW - Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Eating Over the Rainbow
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Hosts: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky and Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Guests: A panel of young friends and their moms
Season 6, Episode 5
If you have been listening to Talking FACS for any period of time, you already know that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables ensures that your body is getting the necessary nutrients for growth and development. On this episode of Talking FACS, Courtney and Mindy visit with a panel of young friends to discover their thoughts on eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables! This show supports our Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge as well as Farmers Market Week!
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Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Saving Money on Medical Expenses
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management
Season 5, Episode 39
Medical expenses are some of the most significant expenses some families have in their budgets. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff share strategies for reducing the financial impact of medical expenses and tips for planning for future costs related to health care.
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Tuesday May 23, 2023
Eat Your Words - Phrases that Encourage Children to Try New Foods
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 5, Episode 37
Things adults say around children matter. This includes the way we talk about food and children’s behavior around food. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking discusses the differences between phrases that help or hamper children from trying new foods.
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Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Starting the New Year off right for your Oral Health
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. David DeVito, Assistant Professor of Dentistry, Oral Diagnosis and Treatment, UK College of Dentistry
As we enter a new year, many people are inclined to reflect and make resolutions that will lead to personal improvements in physical and mental health. Adding an oral health resolution can potentially help you achieve other resolutions as you look to establish new habits. On this episode of KY Smiles, Dr. David Devito shares tips for ensuring that your oral health resolutions stick around for all of 2023.
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Oral Health Tips
Oral Hygiene
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