MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The foods people choose each day may play a bigger role in their emotional well-being than many realize, according to nutrition experts at West Virginia University, who say diets rich in whole foods and healthy fats may help reduce inflammation and support the brain chemicals that regulate mood. The experts encourage people … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In most parts of the United States, a hot dog is a simple meal topped with a handful of condiments. In West Virginia, it is one of the state’s most recognizable foods and a source of regional pride. The traditional West Virginia hot dog follows a formula familiar across much of the … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With Thanksgiving approaching, a West Virginia family communications expert says the stress that builds long before the holiday can set the stage for arguments at the dinner table, but there are effective ways to keep gatherings calm, meaningful, and focused on connection. Jessica Troilo, associate professor and associate dean for research, engagement, … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Holiday overindulgence has a long association with West Virginia, where homecomings are celebrated in a big way. Though it now boasts one of the lowest rates of alcohol consumption in the U.S., that wasn’t always the case. In the 1800s and early 1900s, distilling “moonshine” was a vital part of the rural … Read more
