Year: 2011

Current health advice dictates that saturated fat from dairy products can clog arteries, leading to heart disease and strokes. But new research claims that such fats may have got a bad reputation and evidence linking them to disease is far from clear-cut. …

Dean Foods, together with its local and regional family of dairies, offers a solution to do both with Start Right End Right featuring the company’s flavored milks newly reformulated with 10-15 percent fewer calories and 20-25 percent less sugar. Geared toward helping families make wholesome milk part of everyday nutrition, Start Right End Right includes tips and facts found at www.StartRightEndRight.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/puremilkfun. …

Supporters say there are natural health benefits in drinking unpasteurized milk, and America is all about the freedom to drink it. But opponents say even one illness from raw milk could ruin the reputation of Wisconsins world-famous dairy industry. …

For most people, the mere mention of soup conjures up positive feelings of warmth and comfort. Few foods offer such sustenance all in one bowl. After spending the past few months celebrating holiday traditions, why not create a new feel-good family tradition for 2011 Souper Sundays. Make a plan to try a new soup each Sunday for dinner. Add a green salad and crusty bread, and dinner is served! Best of all, soups are a healthy way to eat year round. …