It’s well-established that increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables is good for you. A review of studies has shown that eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day can decrease the risk of stroke by 26%, as well as reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. One study done in [...]

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Making fresh, produce-centric dishes with local goods is a great way to eat healthily and support your local farmers and environment. Eating local also often means simpler recipes – saving you more time savoring your plate. Summertime produce really speaks for itself—when ripe and ready, fruits and vegetables pack all the flavor and punch they [...]

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As March is National Nutrition Month, our friends at the University Book Store served up five enticing cookbooks whose recipes will energize you to work out and inspire you to eat in. The Don’t Panic Pantry Cookbook By Noah Galuten This is the cookbook that seeks to answer the eternal question: “What am I supposed [...]

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Making the shift towards conscious and sustainable living doesn’t have to be hard. There are plenty of small lifestyle changes we can make to create less waste and help keep our planet green. One way is to prepare and pack our lunches in a more sustainable way. Whether you’re trying to prepare a nourishing lunch [...]

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Fiber. The word itself conjures up images of people eating bowls of cereal that look like tree bark or adding a powdery fiber supplement to their food. Although most people have heard good things about fiber, many still have questions about how much we need and where to get it. Fiber is found in nearly [...]

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Throughout the pandemic, many of us found ourselves adjusting to a different pace of life and finding new ways to connect more meaningfully. One way to do so is through family meals. Prioritizing family meals is important for improving family connections, and teaching children how to be competent eaters. While family meals do not have [...]

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Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of the present moment. Mindfulness is a very useful tool for lowering stress, anxiety, improving mood, and creating a sense of calmness through meditation and other techniques. One area of our lives where mindfulness can be extremely useful for our health is when we are eating. Think about [...]

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Stay cozy during cold and rainy days with these warm, delicious soup recipes. Each one takes less than a half hour to make and can be cooked in larger batches for later. You’ll have a hearty homemade meal, perfect for days when you have less time (or energy) to cook. Here are some quick and [...]

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If you’re afraid of fats, you’re not alone. A recent Gallup poll found that 56% of Americans actively try to avoid fat in their diet. And while that figure may seem striking — it encompasses over half of the country, after all — the percentage has actually plummeted since 2004. Back then, 64% of Americans said [...]

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When most people think of summertime barbecues, an image of burgers with melted cheese and hot dogs on the grill comes to mind. These foods are perfectly fine in moderation, but don’t let the traditional idea of a barbecue prevent you from taking advantage of all the delicious produce summer has to offer! We are [...]

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Add some extra sunshine and warmth to your diet by eating more citrus fruits! Bright, colorful, fragrant, refreshing, and juicy, citrus fruits are not only delicious for their balanced tart and sweet taste, they are also an essential part of everyday nutrition, packing powerful health benefits beneath that tough, leathery rind. Citrus fruits are rich [...]

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March is the perfect time to start thinking about your summer gardening plans. Not sure where to get started? Connect with the gardening community at UW! The University of Washington is home to a wide variety of resources and centers focused on sustainable gardening and farming. We’re highlighting resources from the UW Farm and the [...]

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Samantha Feczko, RD, CD, CNSC, is here to take us through the basics of how to tell teas apart, what to expect of different varieties, and what you can do to get the most from your tea-drinking experience! With cold days still on the way, this might be the perfect time to get cozy with a [...]

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