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Roses can be finicky plants, but you can maximize the blooming potential of your roses by following the basic tenets of rose culture and maintenance. Here are six ways to...

Roses can be finicky plants, but you can maximize ...

When you walk down the fertilizer aisle at the nursery or home improvement center, the second thing you’ll notice about the aisle (after the distinctive smell) is the array of...

When you walk down the fertilizer aisle at the nur...

If you've experienced failure in the flower garden, perhaps you've written yourself off as having a brown thumb. However, even experienced gardeners make mistakes resulting from impatience and excitement. When...

If you've experienced failure in the flower garden...

Children can easily drink a lot of juice because juice tastes good. However, too much juice in your child’s diet can contribute to other problems, like poor nutrition, obesity, and...

Children can easily drink a lot of juice because j...

Many people think of nuts as just another junk food snack. In reality, nuts are excellent sources of protein and other healthful nutrients. One surprising finding from nutrition research is...

Many people think of nuts as just another junk foo...

One protein source that has been getting a lot of attention is soybeans. We’ve been told that regularly eating soy-based foods lowers cholesterol, chills hot flashes, prevents breast and prostate cancer, aids weight loss, and wards off osteoporosis. ...

One protein source that has been getting a lot of ...

Some of the protein you eat contains all the amino acids needed to build new proteins. This kind is called complete protein. Animal sources of protein tend to be complete....

Some of the protein you eat contains all the amino...

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to that question, and research on the topic is still emerging. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults get a minimum of 0.8 grams of...

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to that quest...

Raw milk—milk that has not been pasteurized or homogenized—has gained in popularity the past few years due to the perception that it contains higher levels of nutrients and other health...

Raw milk—milk that has not been pasteurized ...

There are many types of milk -- different fat levels, lactose-free, flavored and plain milk, rBST-free, organic and conventionally-produced. This variety allows consumers to choose the milk product that best...

There are many types of milk -- different fat leve...

Through our experiences with Trends tracking and working with health and wellness professionals and community leaders, we know that many questions arise about milk. Our mission is to educate consumers...

Through our experiences with Trends tracking and w...

Keeping Yogurt and Cheese Fresh

Keeping Yogurt and Cheese Fresh

Although some people think the date printed on your milk carton is an expiration date or a use-by date, in fact, it's the milk's sell-by date. It's probably safe to drink your milk past its date. Here are some considerations.

Although some people think the date printed on you...

Yogurt is often included on healthy food lists ... and for good reason.

Yogurt is often included on healthy food lists ......

Milk, cheese and yogurt are healthyMilk and milk products are highly nutritious foods. They contain a unique “package of nutrients” that are an essential part of a healthy eating plan....

Milk, cheese and yogurt are healthyMilk and milk p...

A glass of milk contains three of the four nutrients that USDA deems under-consumed by most Americans—calcium, vitamin D and potassium. Thus, the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that...

A glass of milk contains three of the four nutrien...

When consumed in moderation, olive oil has numerous health benefits. Replacing oils with high saturated fat content with olive oil, which is mostly monounsaturated fat, significantly reduces the risk of...

When consumed in moderation, olive oil has numerou...

One of the most common questions we are asked is "Can I freeze milk?" Yes, it's ok to freeze milk! If the sell-by date on your milk is approaching, it's...

One of the most common questions we are asked is "...

A Little Flavor and a Whole Lot of Nutrients

A Little Flavor and a Whole Lot of Nutrients

Dairy products are perishable foods and must be stored in the refrigerator. Proper storage and handling of dairy foods will prolong shelf life and ensure food safety. Learn if you can freeze milk, eat cheese with mold on it or drink milk that is past...

Dairy products are perishable foods and must be st...

Diet + Exercise Keep Bones Strong There are 206 bones in the human body and the skeleton comprises 20 percent of total body weight. The human skeleton is strong yet...

Diet + Exercise Keep Bones Strong There are 206 b...