Numbered Publications: Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS3-617: Breathe Easy with COPD
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, is the 4th leading cause of death in Kentucky and in the United States. Almost 1 in 10 Kentucky adults have been diagnosed with COPD by a doctor and it is estimated that even more people are living with the disease and don't even know it. Although this disease can be deadly, simple changes in lifestyle can reduce your risk of developing the disease or improve your health if already diagnosed.
FCS3-614: All About Blood Pressure
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)
Blood pressure is the amount of force caused by blood as it pushes through the blood vessels in the body. This pressure is created by the pumping action of the heart. Blood vessels are like small tubes with blood constantly flowing through them. In order for blood to flow to all parts of the body from the heart, there has to be enough force behind the blood for it to be pushed all the way down to our toes and all the way up to our brain. This is our blood pressure.
FCS5-468: International Travel: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)
Individuals and families are planning leisure trips to destinations all over the world. Regardless of which international travel destination you choose, careful planning is a must. While planning an international trip may seem daunting, there are a few tips that you can follow to make sure that you have the best travel experience possible whether you are a novice or seasoned traveler.
FCS5-471: Health and Travel
Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)
Getting sick on vacation is bad news. It has the potential to ruin the trip for everyone. Finding quality medical care while on vacation can be difficult as well. While you may not always be able to prevent illness when travelling, you can be adequately prepared to minimize your symptoms and to get back to reclining comfortably on the beach as soon as possible. Consider the following suggestions to prepare for the possibility of health complications while traveling.
FCS5-469: Travel Arrangements
Alex Elswick, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)
Going on a vacation is supposed to be a relaxing, stress free experience. Unfortunately, you cannot relax until you have made all of the arrangements for your vacation. Where will you go? How will you get there? How will you spend your time? Giving adequate forethought to get ready for your trip will make for a more enjoyable vacation. One option for consumers is to seek professional help from a travel agent or other travel professional.
FCS5-470: Money and International Travel
Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)
Deciding to go on a vacation is an exciting, and all too often stressful experience. Your fantasies of reading a good book while on the beach may be interrupted by intrusive financial concerns. How should you pay for your trip? How will you protect your finances while you are gone? Should you get travel insurance? What about scams or theft? There are numerous financial issues to take into account when planning a trip. Consider implementing some of the following strategies in order to protect your finances.
FCS3-610: Meal Kits: Are They Worth It?
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Apr. 10, 2018 (New)
There is high demand for convenience in our society. As a result, meal kit services have become increasingly popular. These meal kits are mailed directly to your front door each week. These kits include recipes and pre-measured ingredients ready to be used right away. Some of the most popular services include BlueApron, HelloFresh, and Plated. Since their beginning in 2012, meal kit services have grown into a $2.2-billion-dollar industry. There are over 100 companies in the US providing meal kit services.
FCS3-606: Modifying Recipes
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Feb. 9, 2018 (New)
To make recipe modification a common practice, we should frequently think about how increasing the nutrition of our recipes relates to our health. For example, lowering the amount of sodium in the diet over time through small recipe modifications may reduce risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.
FCS3-604: Understanding Healthy Food Choices
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Feb. 9, 2018 (New)
Have you ever heard that shopping the perimeter of a grocery store is healthier? Many healthy foods are on the outer walls of the store, yet several other healthy options are also tucked in the middle aisles. If you know what you are looking for and how to find them, several other items in the middle of the store should be on your grocery list.
FCS3-607: Dining Out in a Healthy Way
Sandra Bastin, Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Feb. 9, 2018 (New)
Sodium is an important mineral to the body. It helps keep body fluids in balance, helps the body to absorb certain nutrients, and also aids in muscle performance and sending nerve messages. Excessive sodium in the diet is linked with high blood pressure or hypertension. Hypertension can result in diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure, or stroke.
