While the gameday playbook might be full of winning strategies, a well-thought-out sports nutrition plan plays a key role, too. As a registered dietitian nutritionist and director of team nutrition for the Denver Broncos, I work to help the team maximize their performance through diet and nutrition. With the season in high gear, I wanted to give you a sneak peek at the Denver Broncos pre- and post-game nutrition plan.
Dairy farmers work 365 days a year, even on holidays, to make sure we have milk and dairy foods. On Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other holiday, caring for the cows is still their top priority. But even though they don’t get to take these special days off, dairy farmers love to honor holiday traditions that bring their families together.
Check out this list of delicious dairy dishes from our local farm families to help make your holiday season #DairyAmazing!
Dairy is a nutritional powerhouse and a great source of high-quality protein. In fact, one glass of milk provides 8 grams of high-quality protein plus eight other essential nutrients, such as calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. Whey and casein are the two primary proteins found in milk, but what’s the difference between the two and how are they beneficial?
Check out this chart for the breakdown.
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Whey – The Post-Workout Protein |
Casein – The Bedtime Protein 3 Ways to Reduce Kids’ Halloween Candy ConsumptionHalloween may look different this year, with social distancing guidelines prohibiting fall festivals and possibly everyone’s favorite Halloween tradition: trick or treating. Even if you won’t be going door to door yelling “trick or treat,” it doesn’t mean the kids (and entire family) can’t still enjoy Halloween at home. Pull out the jack-o’-lanterns, decorate as though you’re competing for the spookiest house on the block, sport those costumes like you’re trying to win first prize in a contest and prepare a delicious Halloween spread your ghouls and goblins will love. How Dairy Reduced Its Carbon FootprintThe word “sustainability” has risen in popularity over the years. In the world of trendy marketing terms, it’s used to tout farm-to-table foods, eco-friendly packaging and more – but do we really know what it means? As it turns out, dairy farmers have been practicing sustainability long before it became a buzzword. Moo-vie Night: 5 Satisfying Drive-in SnacksFall has arrived and the cooler temperatures make for perfect movie nights at the drive-in theater. And what’s more comforting than watching a movie from your car? Kicking your feet up with your favorite foods. Skip the concession stand and pack some of these delicious, protein-rich make-ahead snacks, so you can just drive in, snuggle up with a blanket and enjoy the show. 7 High-Protein Snacks to Power You Through the DayWhether you’re munching at your work desk, packing snacks to fuel your student-athletes or using snack time to educate and entertain your little ones, everyone needs a midday snack break! Looking for a quick pick-me-up that doesn’t send you crashing from a sugar high? Protein-rich foods can give you an energy boost while stabilizing blood sugar and making you feel fuller longer. Tiffany Derry’s Pan-Roasted Salmon and Couscous SaladDid you know 4 out of the 5 top causes of death are preventable? Healthy eating habits play an important role in preventing disease, and those habits start in your kitchen! Now more than ever, families are finding themselves in the kitchen – cooking and eating more at home. We hope this trend helps families learn new culinary skills, try new recipes that feature a well-balanced approach to eating, and enjoy three servings of dairy every day.
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