Entries tagged with "holidays"

When the holidays aren’t so merry: Wick offers tips for coping with grief

While many see the holidays as a happy and festive time, the season can be one of the most difficult times of the year for people grieving for a recently lost loved one or struggling with depression.

Purple sweet potatoes turn pie into possible cancer fighter

Nutrition scientists at Kansas State University could be accused of carrying Purple Pride to extremes. But the purple sweet potato pies they created for Thanksgiving were a practical application of research.

Pesci reminder: ‘Mind your manners’

This holiday season don’t let your bad manners get you relegated to the kids’ table. Pat Pesci, director of the hotel and restaurant management program, said that holiday meals always seem to ramp up people’s focus on dining etiquette and table manners.

Dark chocolate: a healthier dose of affection

Before buying that box of chocolates for your Valentine, it is important to understand the type of chocolate to buy if you are looking for health benefits, according to Brian Lindshield, Kansas State University assistant professor of human nutrition.

Jurich advises singles to take Valentine’s Day cue from Mad Hatter

Those without a sweetheart this Valentine’s Day need not drown their sorrows in heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. Kansas State University relationship expert Tony Jurich says instead, singles should make light of the traditionally couples holiday.

Is there Santa? Of course, says Smith

Should parents let their children believe in Santa Claus?