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What June Dairy Month Means to Me?
I was recently asked what does June Dairy Month mean to me. I responded that it is a chance to celebrate an industry near and dear to my heart…
Three Tips for a Healthy Summer Cookout
One of my favorite activities is to enjoy a meal together outside. Keep your summer cookout or picnic fun, festive and healthy with these simple tips…
The Nutrients in Milk Help Build Your Bone Bank Account
When you picture a piggy bank you’re probably not thinking about your bones, but maybe you should be. Building bones is extremely crucial…
Whole Milk in the News
Whole milk and full-fat dairy products have been in the news recently with high-profile media pieces in the Washington Post, Time.com and the "Dr. Oz Show"…
All Dairy Foods Fit into a Simple, Healthy Lifestyle
As Americans, we like to simplify our life as much as possible. Many of us search for that one nutrient or food to help us lose weight or prevent disease…
Cottage Cheese Nutrition Facts and Protein
Cottage cheese is a dairy food that works in snacks, meals, and recipes. Its nutrition depends on the product and portion size. Use the Nutrition Facts label to check the protein, calories, fat, sodium, and other nutrients in the serving you plan to eat.
Breakfast Alive and Well in Barrow Co., Georgia
The Southeast United Dairy Industry Association, Inc. (SUDIA), Atlanta Falcons, Fuel Up to Play 60, United States Department of Agriculture…
A Taste of Tradition at Mississippi Blues Brunch
Dining out for brunch is a great way to enjoy gourmet food on a laid-back weekend. That is exactly what my family experienced…
Linking School Nutrition Professionals to Farms
“Farm to table,” “farm to school” and “organic or conventional” are common phrases heard in today’s conversation about food...
Bell Academy Celebrates FUTP 60 Grant
Bell Academy School for Math, Science and Health Education of Boyle, Miss. was recently able to purchase a new commercial dairy smoothie blender and physical education (PE) equipment upgrades…
A Dairy Farm Through a Future RD’s Eyes
Did you know the average cow produces 28 glasses of milk a day and drinks the equivalent of an entire bathtub of water? I recently had the opportunity to go on a tour…
Savor the Flavor of Spring
There’s more to good nutrition than what you eat. Throughout March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is highlighting this point…
Dairy and Chocolate Milk – The Recovery Solution
Speaking to your athletes about nutritious choices is not as complicated as it may seem…
BRAX Fuel Up Cups Fundraiser Extended to April 30
Schools have an extra month to get involved for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card while raising funds for their school with BRAX’s new online fundraising platform…
Fifth Annual Health Lunchtime Challenge
Encourage your Fuel Up to Play 60 program advisors and student ambassadors to enter by April 4!…
Touchdown School Contest: Deadline April 1
The deadline for schools to qualify for a chance to receive Touchdown School display materials (while supplies last) is fast approaching!…
Remaining Student Sweepstakes for 2015-2016
There are several opportunities for students to win remaining this school year…
Top Five Snacks for Spring Training
Baseball is hard enough as it is, but when you're not energized, it's even harder. In college, the average baseball player plays 56 regular season…
Maximize Workouts with Chocolate Milk
Student athletes put in countless time on the field and in the gym to develop the skills and strength necessary to be successful on gameday…
Tennessee Coaches Clinic Features Chocolate Milk
Coaches in Tennessee learned about the power and recovery benefits of chocolate milk during the Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association Clinic…