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 […]

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 the gut microbiome is the control center for your overall health, creating a healthy gut microbiome is the gateway to being healthy. Why Are Prebiotics and Probiotics Important? Better Digestion […]

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 my advanced nutrition class. This was in 1970. I decided to write the paper on Breast Feeding. As a result of that paper, I was inspired to breast feed my […]

Protein Does the Body Good in Many Ways

Protein Does the Body Good in Many Ways By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. Protein is one of the most important nutrients in your body. It does much more than just build muscle! Protein has 4 calories per gram of protein. Protein is the body’s building, repair, transport, defense, and maintenance nutrient. Every cell in your body […]

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 and excludes plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, grains, beans, nuts, and seeds. Typical foods include meat, fish, eggs, and sometimes dairy.  Why people often try it for weight loss, […]

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 and death in the United States. Inflammation is a normal part of healing, but when it becomes chronic (lasting months or years), it can damage your tissues and organs throughout […]