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…

It’s the season to get back to routines and schedules for many people, so what better time than now to fuel strong minds and bodies that will be ready to take on school and activities? Looking for easy back-to-school recipes to start the school year off right? We’ve got you covered. Unfortunately, many school-age children,…

It’s officially the new year and many of us have made new year’s resolutions to eat more nutritious foods and meet our fitness goals. We’re here to tell you that you can still stick to your health goals while including your favorite foods – like beef. Beef is not only delicious, but can also help…

Summer is winding down and schedules are picking up. How are you going to fuel your student, athlete and family? When it comes to choosing an eating style that works for you, and the whole family, there are many choices. Most healthy diets have a lot in common: they incorporate a variety of nutrient-rich foods,…

If snacking is your thing (and studies show that it is) make your snacking count by adding a snack packed with protein, such as beef jerky. A protein-packed snack, such as beef jerky, is just as beneficial as it is delicious! Just one serving of this homemade jerky contains 12.5 g of protein! Eating protein…