Making Homemade Fruit Butters for Your Family
Making Homemade Fruit Butters for Your Family By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. There’s something special about making homemade food for the people you love. Homemade fruit
What is Iron-deficiency Anemia?
What is Iron-deficiency Anemia? By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. A family member who was diagnosed with adult-celiac disease was also diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. One of
Breast Milk is Your Baby’s First REAL FOOD
Breast Milk is Your Baby’s First REAL FOOD By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. When I was in college I had to write a term paper for
Is a Carnivore Diet Healthy to Eat for a Lifetime?
Is a Carnivore Diet Healthy to Eat for a Lifetime? By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. The carnivore diet is an all-animal-foods eating pattern that eliminates carbohydrates
Chronic Inflammation is a Driver of Most Chronic Diseases
Chronic Inflammation is a Driver of Most Chronic Diseases By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Chronic inflammation is linked to many of the leading causes of disability
Healthy Alternatives For Sunscreens
Healthy Alternatives for Sunscreens By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. For years I have said there were lots of additives in sunscreens that may be unhealthy and
Get More Bang for Your Buck: Make Sure Your Supplement Has Been Tested!
Get More Bang for Your Buck: Make Sure Your Supplement Has Been Tested! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. How to Tell if Your Supplement Has the
Who Should Take Nutritional Supplements?
Who Should Take Nutritional Supplements? By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. As a dietitian, I have recommended taking a multivitamin/mineral pill to many of my clients and
The ABC’s of Lyme Disease
The ABC’s of Lyme Disease By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. It’s getting warm outside and many of us will be getting outdoors: walking, hiking, playing golf,
Best Time to Take Nutritional Supplements
Best Time to Take Nutritional Supplements By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. As a dietitian I have recommended nutritional supplements for many people based on their
Moving From Glyphosate Use in Farming to Healthier Applications. Part 3
Moving From Glyphosate Use in Farming to Healthier Applications.* Part 3 By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. President Trump’s Executive Order regarding glyphosate was a strategy to
President Trump’s Executive Order on Glyphosate: When Activism Collides with Common Sense: Part 2
President Trump’s Executive Order on Glyphosate: When Activism Collides with Common Sense: Part 2 By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. The US Agriculture Community across the US
Here’s the Scoop on Glyphosate: Part 1
Here’s the Scoop on Glyphosate: Part 1 By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide (weed killer) designed to kill plants by blocking
The Perfect Storm of Events Create a Cascade of Long-Term Health Issues
The Perfect Storm of Events Create a Cascade of Long-Term Health Issues By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. The Make America Healthy Again Narrative: America did not
Small Changes Make a Big Difference
Small Changes Make a Big Difference By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. The 2025-2020 US Dietary Guidelines by the Trump HHS, there was a big uproar
Flipping the Food Guide Pyramid has Some Flipping Out: EAT REAL FOOD
Flipping the Food Guide Pyramid has Some Flipping Out: EAT REAL FOOD By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. As a registered dietitian since 1973, I always tried
Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer: The Force Behind MAHA Kentucky
Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer: The Force Behind MAHA Kentucky By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Setting the Table: MAHA needs State MAHA Groups to Move to
Grammy Grizzlies’ Jump Start the Making of a Patriot Child Reading Program
Grammy Grizzlies’ Jump Start the Making of a Patriot Child Reading Program By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. When I first began writing this blog for
Thank you, Food Babe: Vani Hari
Thank you, Food Babe: Vani Hari By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. As a registered dietitian since 1973, I have always kept up with nutrition and wellness
Leading the Charge to Make America Healthy Again
Leading the Charge to Make America Healthy Again By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. As a registered dietitian, I specialized in wellness & prevention during my 50+
Today’s Family Meal is Difficult to Schedule but Worth It!
Today’s Family Meal is Difficult to Schedule but Worth It! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. When I was raising my three sons, who are now 45,
Adequate Daily Fluid Intake is a Key to Athletic Success
Drinking an adequate amount of water (fluids) is essential for top athletic performance. Water (fluid) is the most often nutrient neglected by athletes. If the you do not drink enough water (fluids), you will become dehydrated. When you become dehydrated, strength and endurance will be cut in half. If dehydration is not treated successfully, then you will continue to perform poorly, risking a heat illness. Heat illnesses can be life threatening!
How Many Calories Do Your Kids Need Each Day?
As a parent or guardian, making sure your kids are getting enough to eat daily will help to ensure they are healthy and growing. Know how many calories they need each day and how many calories they are eating is a useful tool to make sure they are growing & have enough calories to do all they things they want to do each day.
Nutritional Strategies for Gaining Weight by Building Strong Muscles
Nutritional Strategies for Gaining Weight by Building Strong Muscles By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Calorie Needs If you want to build strong muscles and gain
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Fresh Blueberries Does the Body Good!
Fresh Blueberries Does the Body Good! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Tiny but mighty, blueberries are one of nature’s true superfoods. These little berries are packed
The Wonders of Playing Pickleball: One of My Passions
The Wonders of Playing Pickleball: One of My Passions By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Who knew chasing a little plastic ball could become one of the
Is Your Morning Coffee Antioxidants Decreasing Inflammation in Your Body?
Is Your Morning Coffee Antioxidants Helping to Decrease Inflammation in Your Body? By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Full disclosure, I drink coffee every day. Ok, I
Prebiotics and Probiotics Work Together to Make You Healthy
Prebiotics and Probiotics Work Together to Make You Healthy By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Prebiotics and probiotics work together to make a health gut microbiome. Since