New Year: Protein Front and Center

New Year: Protein Front and Center

Happy New Year!  A new year can often bring hope for changes in our health, finances and relationships.  I don’t know how many times in my life I’ve made  New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and eat healthier foods.  When I think about eating...
Was Great-Grandma’s Food More Nutritious?

Was Great-Grandma’s Food More Nutritious?

How does the nutritional value of food today compare to the past? It’s pretty similar, actually. Do we really need to consume more foods than previous generations did to obtain adequate nutrients? No, but there’s a persistent myth in circulation that there’s a...
Chocolate Milk for the Kiddos? You Bet!

Chocolate Milk for the Kiddos? You Bet!

How often do your kids drink milk? As a dietitian and farmer, I can tell you that milk provides essential vitamins and other nutrients that are important for people of all ages, including kids, to support a solid foundation for growth, development, and overall...
Beef—Have it for Dinner—TONIGHT!

Beef—Have it for Dinner—TONIGHT!

There is something about February that makes me think about beef. I don’t know if it is my longing for the warm summer nights and enjoying grilling with family and friends in the midst of these freezing cold temperatures or seeing the cattle graze fields of cornstalks...