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Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

Karen Giles-Smith is a registered dietitian in Michigan with 23 years experience in the field of nutrition including clinical dietetics, nutrition education, and broadcast and print communications. She earned a master of science in human nutrition from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, and a bachelor of science in food science and nutrition from Marygrove College, Detroit. Karen blogs at www.thewellnesswriter.com/blog.

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Sodium under scrutiny

Many thought (and some said) it couldn’t be done. However, the dairy industry is making strides in manufacturing lower-sodium cheese that sells.

May 14, 2013

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Many thought (and some said) it couldn’t be done. However, the dairy industry is making strides in manufacturing lower-sodium cheese that sells.

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Designing dairy to the demographics

How can the dairy industry deliver what consumers desire? A new dawn of demographics reveals a plethora of possibilities.

April 18, 2013

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Change can often be a deeply unsettling process that tests our faith and our resolve,” writes Robert Holden, author of the books “Shift Happens” and “Success Intelligence.” “Yet if we learn to handle change well, we can open ourselves up to new levels of creativity and success.”

Discussing superfruits in dairy and beverages

The very definition of a superfruit is arbitrary, but that’s only the beginning of the many questions surrounding so-called super foods. Be careful in the marketing of dairy foods and beverages spiked with superfruits.

March 8, 2013

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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As people continue to search for a miracle cure for what ails and ages them, there will always be a market for “super foods,” that is, foods and beverages somehow deemed higher-than-average in health-promoting properties.

Formulating dairy foods with omega-3s

Consumers are all for omega-3s, but many don’t consume the recommended daily amounts. Dairy products are an excellent delivery vehicle, but fortifying dairy foods with the fatty acids is challenging on many levels.

February 12, 2013

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Consumers are hooked on omega-3 fatty acids. And they are likely to stay on the line as research supporting omega-3s’ health benefits continues to amass.

Making the case for fiber in dairy foods

Americans do not consume enough fiber. Are added fibers in dairy foods an acceptable way to help consumers meet dietary fiber recommendations?

January 19, 2013

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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All fibers fit — including isolated and synthesized/modified fibers. That’s the conclusion of the Institute of Medicine, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the World Health Organization/Food and Agricultural Organization of the United States (CODEX).

Mixed results with vitamins, mineral mix-ins for milk

Does it add value to dairy foods and beverages when processors add more vitamins or minerals? Or does it tarnish an otherwise clean label?

December 10, 2012

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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On both a personal and professional level, I believe dairy foods are perfect just the way they are. The truth is: I don’t want anyone messing with my milk (or cheese or yogurt). Milk is naturally nutrient-rich and although I understand the rationale for adding vitamin D, I don’t think milk needs further assistance — but that’s just me. Or is it?

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Do Fruit Ingredients Boost the Healthfulness of Dairy Foods?

December 10, 2012

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Dairy foods and fruit are a fabulous fit for many reasons: Fruit ingredients impart natural sweetness, flavor, color, and a dash of nutrients.

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Give the gift of cheese

Cheese is a gracious gift and the perfect party fare

November 16, 2012

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Any way you slice it, cheese is a thoughtful gift for the holiday season. Not only is it a gastronomical delight, cheese is endowed with bountiful nutrients and health benefits.

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Milk’s got it, so let’s flaunt it

Milk has 9 essential nutrients, but not everyone knows

October 18, 2012

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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Milk has nine essential nutrients, but not everyone knows that. It's time to bust the myths associated with milk, including the one saying whole milk is the only milk containing vitamin D.

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An overview of current research about milk protein and health

October 17, 2012

By Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

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According to a 2011 Nestle Nutrition Institute review of research, consumption of dairy products and their milk proteins increase satiety and reduce food intake and blood glucose response when consumed alone or with carbohydrate. Read more about studies into milk protein and health.

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