John Hollis knows a thing or two about Texas land and livestock.  He’s a seventh-generation rancher and carries on the family business at The Diamond I Ranch in Apple Springs, a small town in East Texas.  The ranch was founded in 1889 and has been awarded the Texas Department of Agriculture’s “Family Land Heritage” designation….

Written by Hawley Poinsett, MS, RDN, LD Consuming a Mediterranean-style eating pattern is consistently associated with a reduced risk of developing cardiovascular disease.1 US News and World Report annual ratings2, American Heart Association3, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics4 and countless other health organizations refer to the Mediterranean Diet as one of the healthiest choices for…

Written by Mandy Tyler, M.Ed., RD, CSSD, LD, LAT As a healthcare practitioner, it can be helpful to have simple nutrition tips that can be shared with patients to support building and maintaining lean muscle mass.  Let’s take a look at the role of protein for building muscle. Then we will examine the nutrient composition…

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) is a time to celebrate the rich histories, art, cultures, and culinary contributions of Hispanic Americans.  Did you know that about 40% of the Texas population is Hispanic? Texans of all ancestries have enjoyed the benefits of Hispanic culture, especially the food, for hundreds of years! Here…

Back-to-school time always comes faster than you think. In the blink of an eye, summer vacation is coming to a close, and it’s already time to go school supplies shopping. Transitioning from a flexible summer schedule to a structured school week with early mornings and busy nights can be challenging for the kiddos (and parents)….