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Chow Line: Watch portions with corned beef (for 3/18/07)
https://news-archive.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news-release/chow-line-watch-portions-corned-beef-31807-0
March 9, 2007 How do they make corned beef? Why is it called "corned"? Ah. Corned beef and cabbage-- it must be close to St. Patrick's Day. Or perhaps you simply have a year-round affinity for Reuben sandwiches. Or, maybe you're a fan ...
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Chow Line: Wash produce just before eating (for 7/6/08)
https://news-archive.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news-release/chow-line-wash-produce-just-eating-7608-0
June 27, 2008 Are there any new food safety guidelines, especially in light of the recent salmonella outbreak on tomatoes? Yes, food safety specialists with Ohio State University Extension have some fresh advice for consumers. First, store produce in the ...
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Chow Line: Vitamin B, heart health link is weak
https://news-archive.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news-release/chow-line-vitamin-b-heart-health-link-weak-0
April 13, 2007 A friend takes vitamin B supplements, thinking they can help prevent heart problems. But I thought they found out that doesn't work. Can you clarify? B vitamins do appear to help reduce levels of a substance called homocysteine. And hi ...
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Chow Line: Vitamin D and heart health: jury still out
January 25, 2008 Are vitamin D supplements recommended to prevent heart disease? It's much too soon for that kind of recommendation, but I think I know where you've gotten that impression. A recent study, published in the American Heart Associat ...
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Chow Line: Use marinades for flavor, tenderizing (for 7/20/08)
July 11, 2008 How long should beef and poultry be marinated? That's a question that has no firm answer. For one thing, marinades are used both for flavor and for tenderizing, so it depends on what your goal is. For another, different experts will giv ...
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Chow Line: Use 'discretion' with Halloween treats (for 10/25/09)
October 19, 2009 Halloween is coming up and my children love to go trick or treating. Afterwards, I want to help them figure out a reasonable amount of candy to enjoy on a daily basis. Where do I start? Candy is one of those easily classified foods in the ...
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Chow Line: Try kiwi for burst of nutrients, color (for 7/13/08)
July 3, 2008 I like kiwi in fruit salads I enjoy at potlucks and other gatherings, but I've never purchased one myself. Any tips on selecting and preparing it? Good for you. Kiwi is chock full of nutrients and, thanks to chlorophyll, its bright green ...
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Chow Line: Ultra-pasteurized milk lasts longer (for 2/15/09)
February 6, 2009 I've seen cartons of "ultra-pasteurized" milk at the grocery store. What is it? Ultra-pasteurization is a more intense process than regular pasteurization and allows milk to have a longer shelf-life. If you don't mind ...
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Chow Line: Try hummus as a healthful spread, dip
https://news-archive.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news-release/chow-line-try-hummus-healthful-spread-dip
October 4, 2007 Is hummus considered a healthful food? I think it probably is, but I wonder about the fat in it. How is it made? Even more than most dishes, you can find many, many recipes for hummus. And, of course, changing the ingredients will change t ...
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Chow Line: Try home remedies for morning sickness (for 8/31/08)
August 22, 2008 I'm pregnant for the first time and I'm surprised at the severity of my morning sickness. I usually have a strong stomach. I've gotten lots of advice, but what really works? You're right-- everyone has their own "c ...