My Family’s Favorite Crockpot Beef

Last week I attended the Public Policy Workshop hosted by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in Washington, DC where I learned a lot about various legislature pertaining to federal funding for nutrition programs on the docket (or chopping block). As...

Salad is one of the healthiest ways to eat your vegetables. Yet, many parents have a hard time getting their kids to eat salad. I suspect for some kids, salad is an acquired taste, and that’s okay, as long as you keep working toward this goal. Eating...

If you’ve got a teen, you may think you’re in the homestretch--at least from a nutrition standpoint. Sure, you’ve fed your teen healthy foods, supported sports and activities along the way, and even taught him about nutrition while you were at...

Chocolate Milk Update I have blogged about chocolate milk in the past, and its role in school nutrition (read here and here). In an effort to make chocolate milk more acceptable to the masses, the dairy industry has proposed reducing the sugar content....

"What are some good snack ideas for kids?" This was one of the most frequent questions I was asked when operating my private practice. I wrote many, many lists of "snack ideas" for many, many families. Truth is, we all tend to gravitate to the same...

I am always on the hunt for products that help families ease the job of feeding their kids, and I think I’ve found a good one, especially for parents of toddlers! When my four children were toddlers and preschoolers, feeding was a systematic...

As I recover from a volleyball weekend in Washington, DC and prepare for a big swim meet next weekend, I am testing these muffins from my friend and swim parent, Amy P. I know how important breakfast is for any child and am always looking for a quick...

In 2008, I appeared in front of the Tennessee Congress to petition against the sale of beverages in excess of 12 ounces in the public schools. While school principals and leaders complained about the impact of smaller containers resulting in less income...

Happy Valentine’s Day! On this very special day of the year, people express their love for that special someone, throw Valentine’s parties, and dine with wine and roses. In the world of nutrition, you might see recipes for healthier Valentine’s...

If your Smartphone or mobile device is attached to your hip, or as familiar to you as another appendage, you know that little device is quite powerful! Social media has the power to keep us abreast of the latest news, as well as keep us motivated and on...