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A Guilt-Free Guide to Ice Cream
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with The Dairy Alliance! Discover delicious ice cream recipes, tips, and more. Indulge in the sweetest treats this summer!
Back to School Breakfast Ideas Using Milk
School mornings are hectic! I know at my house it seems like we are always racing to get out of the door and in the classroom before the bell rings…
Celebrate with a Scoop This Ice Cream Month
Grab a cone, it’s Ice Cream Month — and just in time for the dog days of summer! There’s nothing more nostalgic or refreshing than enjoying a scoop of homemade ice cream…
Memorial Day Food Menu
Memorial Day is almost here and we’ve got your menu covered. Fire up the grill and invite friends and family over for a holiday-worthy cookout with a delicious Memorial Day menu…
“Celebrate a World of Flavors” This National Nutrition Month®
Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics invites individuals to learn about making informed food choices and develop healthful eating and physical activity habits…
Energize and Reset With Dairy
Not enough hours in the day? Suffering from an afternoon slump? Hitting the snooze button- AGAIN? Energy is something we could all use more…
It’s all Greek (Yogurt) to Me!
Today is National Greek Yogurt Day and this oh-so-versatile dairy food is certainly worthy of the celebration…
Get to Know These Delicious and Filling Dairy Foods
We all have our favorite, go-to dairy foods. For me, I can’t imagine not having milk with my coffee in the morning…
Smart Sips for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here and we’re all hoping it brings us a little more luck this year! But when it comes to staying healthy and feeling our best…
Easy Super Bowl Appetizers Offer Strategic Big Game Snacking
It’s easy to overindulge on gameday. Let’s face it, for most of us, our snack spread is just as crucial as our team’s lineup…
Holiday Crafts
The arrival of winter weather combined with the cancelation of many activities this year may leave you with some stir-crazy kiddos…
Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup
The Thanksgiving countdown is on. It’s time to start thawing your turkey and mapping out the rest of your meal…
Dairy + Vegetables: A Power Couple
October is Vegetarian Month and the perfect time to focus on adding more plants to your plate…
Get Your Brain in the Game
All great athletes know that gaining a competitive edge on their opponent is not just about keeping their body fit…
Eat for Strength
Whether you’re an elite athlete, a weekend warrior or a busy mom, what you eat and drink can make a huge difference in how your body and mind react under stress…
Eat Right, Bite by Bite and Sip by Sip
March is National Nutrition Month® and this year’s theme is “Eat Right Bite by Bite,” but if you really want a positive behavior change…
Lactose Intolerance Doesn’t Mean Dairy Avoidance
As a registered dietitian, a common misconception I hear from people with lactose intolerance is that they must avoid dairy foods…
A Plan for Kids Who are Picky Eaters
According to research, children who eat frequent meals with their family have better nutrition, higher grades, increased self-esteem and exhibit less risky behaviors. Yet, despite these important benefits…
Building Kids' Bone Bank: Moms' Important Role
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate Mom’s many roles from carpool queen, to coach, to counselor, to chef. Is there anything a mom can’t do? Having a toddler myself…
Take Your Food Further with Herbs and Spices
This month we celebrate National Nutrition Month with the theme Go Further with Food. Let’s look at ways to not only make our food taste better but to work harder for us by adding herbs and spices…