Yard and Garden: Establish an asparagus patch
AMES — Asparagus, one of the most popular spring vegetables, is a hardy perennial plant that produces edible spears. Plantings will produce …
Bleeding disorders associated with contaminated synthetic cannabinoids reported
As of April 5, a total of 94 cases of severe coagulopathy and bleeding associated with synthetic cannabinoid use have been reported in five …
Yard and Garden: Preparing garden soil
AMES — Most soils in Iowa are well suited for vegetables, flowers and turf; a few may have special problems needing correction before plantin…
Sugar Substitutes: The Good, the Bad, and the Really, Really Sweet
They’re everywhere. In low-calorie ice creams, yogurts, breakfast bars, diet sodas and more. Stevia, tagatose, erythitol — and blends of all…
Yard and Garden: Growing beets
AMES — Does anything beat beets grown in the home garden? Whether planted for the root crop or the tender greens, this fast-growing vegetabl…
Milk Alternatives: Choosing the right one for you
Lactose-free, dairy-free, plant-based — these are all labels you might find on beverages meant to replace cow’s milk. And with the demand fo…
Yard and Garden: Select cold hardy fruit tree cultivars
AMES — Several species of fruits can be grown successfully in Iowa for home use or commercial sales. However, because of our winter temperat…
Yard and Garden: Dividing perennials
AMES — Herbaceous perennials are commonly divided for three reasons: to control size, to rejuvenate plants and to propagate a prized perenni…
Should you be taking a fiber supplement?
Perhaps this is a better question: Are you getting at least 28 grams of fiber per day? That’s the recommended daily value based on a 2,000-c…
Five reasons to reach for walnuts for American Heart Health Month
When it comes to heart health, it might surprise you that eating a calorie-dense, high-fat snack (we’re looking at you, walnuts) is a good c…
The difference between pre-qualification and preapproval when financing your new home
Looking to buy a new home?
If you plan to apply for a mortgage - and most people are - it’s importa…
