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Celebrate Independence with Yogurt Parfait Cones
Welcome to summer! One of my favorite things about summer is all of the colorful, seasonal fruit. I especially love berries. Fresh berries can make any dish feel fancy without much work…
My First Time on a Dairy Farm
When I first learned I would be visiting Glo-Crest Dairy Farm, I had no idea what to expect because I had never been on a dairy farm before. Part city slicker, part suburbanite…
Five Great Health Benefits of Dairy
Dairy foods provide amazing taste along with a ton of nutrition. Research is shedding light on new areas of health and wellness that dairy foods provide each day. Here are five great health benefits…
The Top Five Reasons to Eat Yogurt
According to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, we’re consistently falling short on our intake of vitamin D, calcium, and potassium. Nutrition research shows…
Celebrate Men’s Health and Dairy
There’s a lot to celebrate in June. This month is National Dairy Month, a time to honor our nation’s hardworking dairy farm families for the wholesome milk and dairy foods…
7 Dairy Cow Fun Facts: Why are Dairy Cattle Special?
Very few consumers have ever visited a dairy farm, so our dairy farmers get a lot of questions about dairy cow facts. For example, people inquire about…
3 Surprising Dairy Health Facts
Perhaps you know about the bone-building power of dairy, but there are other dairy facts you may not have heard about. Dairy foods are sought out not only…
The Farm: Where Your Dairy Products Come From
Growing up in the suburban Washington, DC area, I rarely had the chance to see a farm. But now, as a registered dietitian, I recognize how important…
Dairy May Lower Obesity, Promote Stronger Bones
We hear about childhood obesity everywhere we turn. This is because childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions…
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Dairy
Cinco de Mayo is the perfect excuse to get together, enjoy the warmer weather and celebrate with family and friends…
Top 10 Food Sources of Calcium
There are a variety of foods that contain calcium—a mineral essential for bone health—but the best sources of naturally occurring calcium are dairy foods….
Talking Dairy Nutrition with Your Children
As a registered dietitian, I try to lead by example with the foods I offer my children. April 27 is Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day…
Fueling with Dairy for Big Gains
Spring training is in full effect for many out-of-season athletes. As the weather begins to warm, it’s important to remember to fuel your body properly…
Celebrate Spring with Cheesy Breakfast Casseroles
I love family traditions. On Christmas morning, my mom always bakes a delicious, warm and cheesy breakfast casserole…
Dairy Helps Relieve Seasonal Allergy Symptoms
Achew! A thin yellow layer of pollen has started to cover everything around the Southeast and many are beginning to suffer from seasonal allergies…
Affordable Ways to Add Dairy to Your Day
I often get questions about how to eat healthy while not spending a lot of time or money to do so. The truth is, that when it comes to eating healthy…
Maintaining Muscle with Dairy
Spring fever is approaching and the warm weather inspires many of us to get fit for the summer. But getting your body in shape requires more than a fancy gym…
Beat Daylight Savings Fatigue
Daylight Savings is quickly approaching and as a parent, I fully commiserate with fellow parents about its arrival…
Put Your Best Fork Forward with Dairy
March is National Nutrition Month and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is encouraging everyone to eat healthier…
Skinny Louisiana Gumbo Nachos to Make for Mardi Gras
It’s carnival time! Mardi Gras is such a fun and festive time of year with extravagant Mardi Gras balls, parades galore, and delicious Louisiana cuisine…