MEDICARE FOR ALL: The Promises Sound Wonderful—But What About the Pitfalls to Actual Healthcare Delivery to 340 Americans?
MEDICARE FOR ALL: The Promises Sound Wonderful—But What About the Pitfalls to Actual Healthcare Deliver to 340 million Americans? By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. “Medicare for All” sounds simple and appealing. Everyone gets health insurance. No one worries about losing coverage. Medical bills become less frightening. Supporters such as Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez […]
Every Baby Deserves a Safe Beginning: Safe Haven Baby Boxes
Every Baby Deserves a Safe Beginning: Safe Haven Baby Boxes By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Imagine being a frightened young mother who has just given birth. You feel alone, overwhelmed, and convinced that you cannot care for your newborn. You may be afraid to walk into a hospital or fire station and explain yourself. What if […]
Melania Trump’s Fostering the Future: Giving America’s Foster Children a Path to a Better Future. I Could Have Been A Foster Child!
Melania Trump’s Fostering the Future: Giving America’s Foster Children a Path to a Better Future. I Could Have Been A Foster Child! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. America has hundreds of thousands of children living in foster care, and while much attention is understandably focused on keeping children safe and finding permanent families, another important question […]
Easy Lettuce Wraps Great Source of Nutrients & Taste Good, too!
Easy Lettuce Wraps Great Source of Nutrients & Taste Good, too! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Lettuce wraps are a great way to enjoy a meal that’s high in vegetables, lower in refined carbohydrates, and easy to customize. Crisp romaine, butter lettuce, green leaf lettuce and iceberg lettuce all work well because they’re sturdy enough to […]
Sitting Too Much? Get Up and Get Your Muscles Moving!
Sitting Too Much? Get Up and Get Your Muscles Moving! By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. If your job requires you to sit for long periods—or you spend a lot of leisure time reading, working at the computer, or watching TV—make a point to break up that sitting time with a few minutes of movement. You don’t […]
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 butters are a simple and delicious way to turn fresh, seasonal fruit into a naturally flavorful spread your whole family can enjoy. Apple, blackberry, raspberry, and strawberry butters are made […]
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 with antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and plant compounds that help nourish your body from head to toe. Whether you enjoy them fresh by the handful, stirred into yogurt, blended into a […]
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 best parts of your day? Pickleball is the sport where you laugh a lot, make new friends, get a great workout, and somehow still wake up wondering, “Why do muscles […]
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 his classic symptoms was craving ice plus he was always very cold. So much so, he bought industrial-grade crushed ice maker for his home. This family member is also an […]
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 am hooked on the caffeine but my coffee may do more than provide energy from the caffeine—it may also help support a healthier gut microbiome when consumed appropriately and increase […]