March 6, 2026
Ask an Expert – Spring Gardening Checklist
By JayDee Gunnell | March 6, 2026 It’s almost spring, and it’s time to start thinking about gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from…
February 27, 2026
Ask an Expert – Global Day of Unplugging: Put Your Phone in the Friend Zone
By: Jared Hawkins, Jared.Hawkins@usu.edu, and Gabi Murza, Gabriela.Murza@usu.edu, Utah State University Extension assistant professors Global Day of Unplugging is a worldwide 24-hour digital pause, observed this year from sundown March 6 to…
February 13, 2026
Ask an Expert — Simple Steps to Maximize Personal Safety
By Stephanie Carlson, Utah State University Extension assistant professor | February 13, 2026 USU Extension Assistant Professor Stephanie Carlson (left) teaches self-defense. Violence is a significant public health concern that…
February 7, 2026
Ask an Expert – 25 Ways to Make Your Partner a Priority
February 6, 2026 Do you wish you could spend more meaningful moments connecting with your partner? You’re not alone. Life is busy, and while we may not always have as…
January 9, 2026
Ask an Expert – Don’t Let “Quitter’s Day” Overtake Your New Year’s Goals
By Emma Parkhurst | January 9, 2026 Have you ever set a New Year’s resolution, such as “I want to be more active,” or “I want to spend less time…
November 28, 2025
Ask an Expert – Tips to Help Manage “Ambiguous Grief” During the Holidays
By Gabriela Murza, Utah State University Extension Health and Wellness Faculty | November 26, 2025 Grief is a feeling of deep sorrow that stems from a significant event. It can…
November 14, 2025
Ask an Expert: Turkey Safety Myths Roasted
By: Andrea Schmutz and Callie Adams, Utah State University Extension associate professors Every Thanksgiving, millions of home cooks become kitchen scientists, experimenting with thawing, basting, and timing the perfect bird. Friends and family share…
November 7, 2025
Ask an Expert — How Gratitude Can Bring Peace During Stressful Times
Contact: Sadie Wilde, Utah State University Extension assistant professor, health and wellness, Sadie.Wilde@usu.edu As the holidays approach, it’s important to prioritize your mental health and well-being. According to a 2023 American Psychiatric Association poll, 41%…
October 25, 2025
Ask an Expert – Mindful Munching for a Healthier Halloween
Contact: Lea Palmer, Utah State University Extension Create Better Health assistant director, lea.palmer@usu.edu The abundance of sweets at Halloween makes it easy to over-indulge. Whether you’re a trick-or-treater, a party host,…
October 3, 2025
Ask an Expert – Mindful Dining: How to Make Healthy Choices at Restaurants
By: Palak Gupta, Utah State University Extension hunger solutions specialist, palak.gupta@usu.edu Americans love dining out. According to the Food Liability Insurance Program, the average person eats at a restaurant about three…