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Being physically active can help you manage holiday stress

Published on November 21, 2024
The holidays bring food, gifts, relatives and — in many cases — stress. Manage your stress by taking a timeout with some physical activity.
Addressing chronic pain with physical therapy

Published on November 18, 2024
Physical therapy and exercise can help you manage pain and stay active.
Moving beyond cottage food

Published on November 18, 2024
Expand your cottage food business by becoming a licensed food vendor.
MSU Extension leaders reimagine the future of Extension and its impact on the nation’s health in new book

Published on November 15, 2024
Written and edited by passionate, visionary scholars, this newly published book envisions a bold future for Extension’s role in community-based healthcare.
Supporting lactating parents at a Michigan farmers market

Published on November 11, 2024
Mama’s Lexington Farmers' Market introduced a lactation tent to support families who attend the market.
MSU Extension’s free online program brings nutrition education to the public

Published on November 11, 2024
My Way to Wellness provides guidance for better nutrition, food safety, and active living through a free online program.
10 tips to help kids eat more fruits and vegetables

Published on November 11, 2024
Get more color on kid’s plates and healthy food in their stomachs.
How diabetes got its name

Published on November 8, 2024
Learn about where diabetes' name originated, as part of Diabetes Awareness Month.
How hair care affects physical activity in African American women

Published on November 7, 2024
Hair care is a source of physical activity avoidance for some African American women, but there are ways to preserve hair styling while gaining the benefits of being active.
Why we keep farming when the going gets tough

Published on November 4, 2024
Despite the challenges and stress that come with farming, there are meaningful rewards, personal fulfillment and sense of purpose that keep farmers going.