Balance

Jamie Baum and Erin Howie Hickey discuss new research on behavior change, strength training and physical activity from this spring's nutrition and exercise science conferences.

UofA professors Jamie Baum and Erin Howie Hickey discuss how self-determination theory, screen time and outdoor play shape kids' health over summer break.

KUAF's Balance series tackles cholesterol — what LDL and HDL mean, how diet and exercise affect your levels, and why new guidelines are pushing earlier treatment for high-risk patients.

A new federal nutrition graphic is drawing attention and confusion. In the first 2026 episode of Balance, Jamie Baum and Erin Howie break down what’s changed, what’s missing and how to interpret the new guidance.

On today's show, a new edition of "Balance" featuring Erin Howie and Jamie Baum discussing new dietary guidelines from the federal government, and how changes are anticipated.

Kyle Kellams joins Jamie Baum and Erin Howie at the University of Arkansas’ Center for Human Nutrition to taste-test plant- and animal-based foods and talk holiday nutrition and inclusive eating.

Today, we explore why heart attack deaths peak during the last week of December. We also learn how to enjoy the holiday season with pets ready for adoption. Plus, a local architecture studio receives a prestigious award.

This week, Erin Howie, Jamie Baum and Kyle Kellams test out ChatGPT to learn more about intermittent fasting. They discuss how to train AI to help you and what kind of nutritional help you can safely seek from ChatGPT.

On today's show, we celebrate twenty years of impact from the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas. We’ll also discuss the balance between AI technology and health advice, and highlight the upcoming second annual Funk Festival fundraiser for the Arkansas Support Network.

Vegemite is an Australian staple, often used on toast with butter or cheese and advertises B-vitamins. But does it taste good?