Month: March 2018
Medical costs still preventing people from visiting doctor
In the past year, 44 percent of people report skipping a visit to the doctor when they were sick or injured because of the cost of being seen. And about 40 percent say they skipped a recommended medical test or procedure because of the cost, according to a new national poll. The survey, conducted by […]
Coconut Macaroon Nests
Coconut Macaroon Nests will totally be on the table at Easter brunch next weekend. Although they’re a bit messy to make, they look adorable and taste great. Feel free to make these a day or two ahead so you have less to manage on Sunday. Coconut Macaroon Nests Makes 24 nests Ingredients: 1 14 oz […]
Study: Thousands of children injured in hoverboard falls
New research reveals that nearly 27,000 children and teens were treated at hospital emergency departments for injuries sustained while riding hoverboards during the first two years of sales. Researchers analyzed 2015-16 injury data among children younger than 18 and found that injuries were most common among 12-year-old boys. The body parts most often injured are […]
Super Lemon Coffee Cake
I’m a food nerd. Completely comfortable with this title, it means I read cookbooks for fun (yes really), take pictures of everyone’s food at restaurants (sorry not sorry) and take about 5 hours in any kitchen store (I told you to get a coffee and bring a book). Food nerd status also means I love […]
Pecan Caramel Clusters
Pecan Caramel Clusters don’t require any baking. Quick and easy, these treats would be a perfect addition to Mother’s or Father’s Day brunch. You can also substitute in your favorite nut mix. A coworker has asked me to try making these with a pecan, cashew and pistachio combination. Sounds even better, can’t wait to give […]
Do you have any experiments you can recommend?
Dr. Universe: Do you have any experiments you can recommend? Thanks! -Etta, 7, Milwaukee
Dear Etta and Friends:
You can try all kinds of fun experiments at home. It really all depends on what you are curious about. Lately, I’ve seen some really great sunsets and started wondering what gives them their colors.
I decided to ask my friend Tom Johnson, who leads fun physics demonstrations for kids visiting Washington State University. I asked him if he had any simple ideas for an experiment I could try out in my lab, or even the kitchen. One idea he had was to create a … » More …
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Fudge Buckeye Cake
Fudge Buckeye Cake combines dense chocolate cake with sweet, squishy peanut butter filling. A great option for Father’s Day, you can substitute 9 inch round cake pans for the fancy rectangular ones. Buckeye is a reference to a super popular treat originating from the Midwest. Fudge Buckeye Cake Serves 12 Ingredients: Cake 2 C sugar 2 C flour […]