Diet culture is so pervasive in our society that many believe a meal must be overly restrictive, exclude certain food groups, and, often enough, lack flavor and satisfaction in order to be considered ‘healthy’. These sentiments seem to expand and become somehow even...
Winter farmers markets in the Seattle area are brimming with these beautiful, nutritious, vibrantly colored root vegetables. Packed with potassium, magnesium, fiber, phosphorus, iron, vitamins A, B, and C, beta carotene, folic acid, and antioxidants; eating beets is...
When it comes to selecting your ingredient of choice to satisfy your sweet tooth, the options can seem a bit tricky and confusing. From tried and true favorites to this year’s sweetener of the season, each sugar has had its turn to be celebrated or scrutinized in the...
In women globally, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer. Breast cancer accounts for 23% of all cancer diagnoses and 14% of cancer-related deaths worldwide, making it the most deadly type of cancer in women. But there is some good news! Despite...
We’ve all heard of the fantastic benefits of exercise. It seems to positively affect just about every disease state in the book as well as positively supporting most mental health conditions. Studies have shown exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, helps your...
Our bodies require certain nutrients to function properly. These nutrients are drawn from a variety of foods in our diet. However, those who drink alcohol in excess often fail to receive the nutrients their bodies need. Research shows that moderate alcohol...
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