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Faculty and Staff in the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition serve as food and nutrition experts within the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service.
These specialists provide a gateway to current research-based nutrition and food safety information for consumers. These specialists provide program development, training and evaluation to individuals, families and communities, including limited resource audiences. These faculty members also teach undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct applied research to assess program efficacy and to further program development. In addition, Specialists in Food and Nutrition provide technical expertise, grant writing support, social science research and leadership for Kentucky Cooperative Extension Agents and their clients.
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Publications
Extension faculty and staff routinely write and revise publications for the general public on nutrition-related topics. See below for a featured publication. For a full list of publications, visit our publication database.
Adding Up Vitamin A in the Diet
What do sweet potatoes and beef liver have in common? They are both excellent sources of vitamin A. We need this vitamin for vision, immunity, growth, development, and helping our heart and lungs to work well.
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Publications
Explore our master list of publications and food and nutrition topics for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension.
Podcasts
Talking FACS Podcast
This podcast is hosted by the UK Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program. Listen to learn more about family, food, finance and fitness.
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SNACK Club
Check out our resources and information regarding childhood nutrition and tips for feeding children of all ages.
Plate It Up KY Proud
In partnership with DHN and the Department of Agriculture, this program features culturally appropriate recipes using local products.
Careers
Discover opportunities to gain experience through summer internships and current openings with UK Extension.
