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Boron: A Vital Micronutrient

Boron, a trace mineral, is often overlooked in discussions about essential nutrients but it plays a critical role in various biological...

Tea & Business

I've been steeping, serving or selling tea for over a decade now. I had the privilege of working for and learning from my experience at a...

Research: Use of Betaine HCl with Pepsin in Esophageal Cancer Patient: A Case Report

July 22, 2023 --- I presented my master's thesis research as a poster session for the American Society for Nutrition's annual meeting in...

Nutritional Bioactives, the Seventh Nutrient: An Opportunity for Your School Nutrition Program

An article published in the Indiana School Nutrition Association's "Food for Thought" spring magazine issue:

What Do Food-Borne and COVID-19 Infections Have to Do with Stomach Acid?

With the recent listeria outbreak in Dole salads leaving 2 dead and 17 sick, I wanted to bring to light another terrain conversation....

Packing Lunches Got You Down?

I don't know about you, but making 3 meals a day + snacks for my kids gets old real quick! I have found that deciding what to make them...

How Did I Get Here? – An Introduction

Getting to know Sarah Amidon - why did she pursue nutrition as a career?

Remedy for Picky Eaters!

Do you have children who are picky eaters? You are not alone! I often joke that God must have a sense of humor because as a dietitian, I...

5 Reasons to Join a CSA

What is a CSA, you ask? CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Our family has purchased a half-share from the same CSA since...