Heather Ray, M.S., R.D.

68 percent of the world's population is lactose intolerant. While this shocking statistic may not include you, your body still may experience adverse reactions after consuming dairy. One way to know if you're sensitive or allergic to dairy products is to …

If the last time you thought about zinc before the pandemic was as it was being smeared down your nose for sun protection, you’re not alone. (Children of the 80s, we’re looking at you.) It’s true that zinc has often been having a resurgence of late, as an immune-boosting super nutrient that has been…

Most people have concerns about getting enough protein from their diet, especially when they make a shift from eating a diet rich in meat, seafood, and dairy to a more plant-based approach. Admittedly, when I made the switch I added pea protein powder to my morning oats and drank…

Raise your hand if you’ve ever taken a supplement without talking to your doctor first. Don’t worry, we’re not judging … but we’re not encouraging that either. We know how it goes, you read something about this or that, make a se…