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Heart attacks occur every 25 seconds, and strokes happen every 40 seconds. And if you think you’re ‘safe’ because you’re ‘young,’ these devastating events are not solely happening to frail and sick older adults in their 80s. They are happening more and more to younger, seemingly healthy individuals of any
-Co-authored by Rosie Mayfield, Dietetic Intern-Bastyr University We all know how difficult it can be to take time for yourself when juggling work, kids and any other demands of daily life, let alone come up with healthy family lunch box recipes! It may be tempting to skip lunch or grab
There has been a “miss” related to the natural change that women, or more specifically people born with ovaries, experience in their lifetime. I am talking about menopause. In elementary school, we all learned the basics about puberty, reproduction, and the expected changes the body will experience (which was also
As the crisp Pacific Northwest autumn air settles in and the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and gold, it’s time to enjoy the hearty and nutritious meals that can keep us energized throughout the fall season. These come just in time for pumpkin-patching, leaf raking, and all the holiday
Salads do NOT need to be boring. I repeat, salads SHOULD NOT be boring. If you’re anything like me, spending a long time making a new lunch salad every day isn’t realistic when you’re working, running a household, and the to-do list is never-ending. But with a little effort to
Looking for a delicious matzo ball soup recipe? Look no further than this recipe and short summary of how matzo came to be!
Vegan sandwiches are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy a meal without compromising on flavor. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or an easy dinner, vegan sandwiches offer a variety of options that can be tailored to your individual tastes. Not only are vegan sandwiches tasty, but they
Read this, try to picture it, and tell me if it resonates: The clock strikes 3 p.m. and your mood has shifted. The stress of the day has piled up. It’s almost time to wrap up work and the to-do list is still long. Perhaps you feel a little stressed,
Have you heard of bone broth yet? To be honest, when I first heard this term years ago, I was confused. Was bone broth the same as the chicken stock I make at home with the leftover carcass for chicken soup? Why was I suddenly seeing it housed in fancy
Comfort Food The smell of onions, carrots and celery sautéing on the stovetop with butter. The first taste of chocolate chip cookie dough right out of the mixing bowl. The aroma of my mom’s cranberry meatballs wafting from the oven. These are a few of my favorite comfort foods. These
We have all heard about the importance of taking time out for ourselves-our “self-care.” Don’t forget to schedule that manicure or take time for a bubble bath. While these things are definitely important, self-care is so much more than this. It’s about listening and tuning in. Listening to the clues
We have all heard it’s important to eat your fruits and vegetables, probably a million times, right? I won’t be preaching that (today) but I do want to introduce you to the magic of cooking with fresh herbs and the many nutritional benefits associated with them. Herbs and Their Corresponding
Eat Move Thrive Spokane It’s here! Beach season. Bathing suit season (sigh). Notice how that makes you feel… also notice how you are talking to yourself. What are you saying? Is this how you’d talk to your friend or your child about putting on their bathing suit? For me, the
Eat Move Thrive By Monika Jacobson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist My approach to weight loss has evolved over my twelve-year-plus career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. After attending Washington State University, I rooted down in the Seattle area to counsel clients enrolled in a weight loss program through a luxury health