September is National Cholesterol Education Month, which means it’s a good time to shine the spotlight on the importance of cholesterol and how to keep it in check. Sure, you know your numbers (or maybe you don’t) and that you’re supposed to keep those numbers low...
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. And if you think that Alzheimer’s sounds like something you don’t need to think about for many years, think again. Experts believe that the brain changes that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease begin two decades or more...
The heat is ON! Summer is here, so let's talk summer hydration. Staying hydrated is always important for function and feel our best, but it's especially important when the temperatures soar. This summer hydration guide will show you why it's important to stay hydrated...
Well, it’s that time of year again – when summer slides into back-to-school time, leaving us wondering where summer went. For this registered dietitian-nutritionist and mom of two, back-to-school means spending a little more time on breakfast-planning for the week....
Today is National Vitamin C Day. If you’re wondering why vitamin C deserves its own day, well wonder no more. This vitamin is important—essential, actually—for SO many reasons! So let's peel back the layers on this essential vitamin. Benefits of Vitamin C While...
Hello, April and the lure of warmer weather! I love winter, but this one has seemed to drag on... and on. I'm always ready for a new season to start, especially one that means new fresh seasonal produce and being outdoors more! And in addition to ushering in a new...
Kids love snacking. If you feel like your kid wants to nosh nonstop, you're not alone. In fact, research suggests that children consume about one-quarter (around 27%) of their total daily calories from between-meal snacks. However, snacks aren't inherently bad. And,...
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Cranberries might be small but they sure are mighty in taste and nutrient power. These little red fruits that grow on vines in a bog are often forgotten about in the berry family, although cranberries are related to blueberries. Yet they possess serious health...