by breathestrong | Feb 12, 2026 | Life with CF, Nutrition
Comfort, Calories, and Choice: Rethinking CF Nutrition A CF-friendly look at when balance matters and calories still count By Kay Vavrina, RD For many with CF, nutrition messaging has historically focused on one goal: eat more calories. While energy needs can...
by breathestrong | Feb 10, 2026 | Life with CF, Nutrition
Balancing Comforting Foods by Stacey Fogarty-Brown, RD Our theme this month revolves around comfort food. Those ooey gooey dishes that really just hit the spot whether satisfying a craving, warming you from the bitter cold or just providing a “pick-me-up” on a bad...
by breathestrong | Feb 5, 2026 | Exercise / Fitness, Life with CF, Nutrition
8 Dimensions of Wellness By Colin Butler Wellness is so much more than going for a walk and eating your vegetables. True wellness is about how you move, think, connect, work, and live—every single day. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just ten months old, Colin...
by breathestrong | Feb 1, 2026 | Kids in the Kitchen, Nutrition, Parenting
Getting Kids in the Kitchen Stacey Fogarty-Brown, RD Keeping your child fed can be challenging! This is especially true for particular eaters. However, research shows that the more kids get involved in the kitchen, the better chances they have at developing a good...
by breathestrong | Jan 28, 2026 | Life with CF, Nutrition
CF Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Winter Kay Vavrina, RD December brought cooler weather, crazy schedules, holiday treats, and the beginning of cold and flu season, a combination that can make nutrition feel a little more challenging for people with CF. Now is the...
by breathestrong | Jan 28, 2026 | Nutrition, Recipes
Beyond the Boullion: The Art of Layering Spice and Steam Spice of Life Series by Darlene Hardiman, RD The humble bowl of soup has moved far beyond the “open-a-can” era. We are living in a time where home cooks are looking for more than just sustenance—they...
