November is American Diabetes Awareness Month, allowing an opportunity to increase awareness and education around Gestational Diabetes…

For many families, Halloween can be one of the busiest nights of the year. Between outfitting children in costumes…

Every five years, a group of nationally recognized health and nutrition experts gather to research and publish the Dietary Guidelines for Americans…

The Smithsonian’s magazine recently shared a study of Neolithic farmers’ teeth that reveals humans have been drinking milk for at least 6,000 years…

Plant-based diets are gaining in popularity. As a Registered Dietitian, I support Americans’ desire to include more fruits and vegetables in their diets…

Passing by fields of cows, you’ll notice some resting, but most will be grazing. Many of us think of cows chewing their fresh grass…

It’s important for dairy farmers to keep their cows happy, which means it’s important to stop mastitis from occurring so healthy milk from cows can be consumed…

As a registered dietitian, a common misconception I hear from people with lactose intolerance is that they must avoid dairy foods…

One of my favorite days, National Taco Day, is finally here! Celebrated on October 4th, it is estimated that over 4.5 billion tacos were consumed last year in America alone…

Is milk bad for the environment? Since the majority of Americans are far removed from the origin of their food, this is a good question…

You know the food you purchase goes through multiple safety procedures before making its way to the grocery store…

The weather says it’s still summer, but because school is back in session, there are some rushing to call it fall. Ok, everyone is rushing to fall…

Recently, new beverage guidelines for children birth to 5 years of age were released regarding milk and milk drinks…

Whether you are a parent, family member, teacher or caregiver, every day you are making an impact in the lives of children around you…

Current statistics estimate 11.8 percent of American households were food insecure at least some time during 2017, according to USDA…

People are heading back to the farm, but for a reason that may surprise you. One of the latest trends for stress relief is cow cuddling…

As we say goodbye to scorching summer temps and welcome cooler fall weather, there’s an excitement in the air…

It doesn’t get much better than ending a long, sweaty run with a nice, cool swim. If you agree with me…

The first college football games are here. It’s time to make your grocery list, because it’s time to kick off tailgating season!…