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Mold and MildewMold and mildew are two fungi that may appear from time to time in your home. They can trigger allergic reactions or asthmatic complications for certain people, so prompt removal is critical to protect your family’s health. Both mold and mildew are types of fungi that grow in moist environments, spread easily and live on various surfaces. Mildew is a type of mold that usually has flat growth and remains on the surface. Mold contains multiple identical nuclei and grows in patches of various colors and can penetrate beneath the surface of an infected material. If you notice mold’s musty smell, locate the source and quickly fix the problem. Mold growth requires moisture and high humidity, so lowering the humidity level in your home is essential to stopping its spread. You can reduce the humidity level in your home by running a dehumidifier, air conditioner or furnace. If you use a humidifier in your home, shut it off or adjust it if the relative humidity level gets higher than 50 percent. Repair any plumbing leaks immediately and eliminate as many sources of moisture as possible. Increase air circulation in problem areas, and use exhaust fans vented to the outside when taking showers or cooking. Unvented kerosene or gas heaters produce
Christian County Homemakers NewsletterChristian County
Cooperative Extension Service
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April 2018
moisture from combustion and you should not use them where mold is a problem. Many times, with the proper safety equipment, you can successfully remove small areas of mold in your home. When removing mold, use a N95 or N100 respirator with a NIOSH approval No. TC-21C or TC-84A. Wear eye protection, rubber gloves and clothes that you can remove and quickly wash. Remove mold from hard surfaces by scrubbing the area with dish detergent and water. Rinse the area with clean water and quickly dry the surface. It is impossible to completely remove mold from porous surfaces so it is best to discard these materials. Seek professional assistance for mold removal if the moldy area is larger than 10 feet, has significant water damage, is in your HVAC unit, was caused by sewage or other forms of contaminated water, or if you have health concerns that prevent you from removing the mold. For more information, contact the Christian County office of the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service.
Source: Doug Overhults, UK extension professor emeritus
The Multicooker Craze
The “instant pot,” a small kitchen appliance, is the latest craze to hit the culinary world with consumers touting health benefits and ease of use in the trendy appliance. The Instant Pot is just one brand of multicooker. Several companies manufacture multicookers like the Instant Pot. Multicookers have several different functions all contained in one unit. A single appliance can be used to steam, sauté, brown, slow cook, pressure cook, make yogurt or stir food while it is cooking. It depends on the unit design and brand. (article continued on next page)
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(continued from page 1) The multicooker offers some great advantages over other machines. One appliance does it all so there is no need to have several different ones taking up counter space. The pressure cooker does not blow up as several safeguards have been put in place to prevent the unit from exploding. It’s fairly quick and easy to use. You can start off by browning or sautéing then transition to a slow or pressure cooking method for the same pan within seconds.
Before using, read the manual to discover the features and become familiar with your new appliance. Keep the manual with the appliance or in a handy location for future use. Also, make sure to register your new appliance so the manufacturer will have a record of your purchase in the event of a malfunction or recall. Depending on the unit size, you may be limited on how much you can cook at once. You may need to invest in additional dishes or pans, made specifically for use inside the multicooker to get the most from your machine. For certain functions, cooking times do not include pre-heat time. For example, if a recipes says, “done in seven minutes,” you might need to plan for an additional seven minutes heating time prior to cooking and additional release times depending on natural or quick release. The multicooker is a great small appliance, and the more you use it, the more comfortable and creative you become when preparing food.
Source: Jennifer Bridge, extension agent for family and consumer sciences education, Meade County
May Lesson Leader Training--Thursday, April 26 at 1:30 pm at the Extension Office--"Storytelling"
Annual Christian County Homemaker Luncheon and Meeting--"Thyme for Tea"-- Friday, May 4--9:30 am-1:00 pm. Tickets $10--deadline by noon Friday April 27. Be thinking of clever ways to decorate your table along the lines of a tea party theme.
June Leader Lesson Training-- Thursday, May 31, 5:00 pm "Sweet Enough without All That Sugar" at the Extension Office.
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