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Dana Omari, RDN, LDN

Dana Omari is a registered dietitian and believer in preventive nutrition. She is a member of the American and Texas Academies of Nutrition and Dietetics. When she’s not working, Dana volunteers for Homemade Hope and Champagne and Yoga.

3 Keys to Parfait Your Way to Better Digestion

Did you know some dairy foods are good for digestion? Yogurt is known not only for its smooth texture and tangy flavor, but also for its digestive benefits – and parfaits are a scrumptious way to support this important function while also getting your recommended three servings of dairy every day. 

By using these three simple steps to pair yogurt with other nutrient-dense foods, you can parfait your way to better digestion.  

 

1. Prepare Your Base 

Greek Yogurt 

Healthier Coffee Options Bring More Dairy to High Schools

What’s All the Buzz?

Today’s high school students can often be found hanging out at their local coffee shop, so why not bring a healthier coffee option to our students? By bringing their favorite beverages to schools, we can encourage students to stay on campus with their friends while offering a tasty and healthier option for them to enjoy. Read on to learn more!

What Are the Health Benefits of Coffee?

While some may have worries about coffee beverages, mainly due to the added ingredients, the coffee bean itself is quite a nutrient powerhouse.

Everything You Need to Know About Pasteurization

When you grab your favorite latte, whip up a smoothie or enjoy a glass of milk with cookies, have you ever thought about what makes it safe and delicious? That is where pasteurization comes in—a process that’s been protecting milk lovers for over 160 years.

Food safety is something that most Americans take for granted. As a Family and Consumer Science educator, I learned about food safety in college and grad school some and I’ve been ServSafe Certified by the Oklahoma Restaurant Association. And, as a mom, I do take food safety seriously. Foodborne illness is no laughing matter.