March is National Nutrition Month, a month dedicated to exploring the benefits of a nutrient dense diet. There are many ways to celebrate and prioritize nutrition throughout the Month of March and the entire year. Explore the following resources from The Whole U.  Get Involved 28-Day Hydration Challenge We all know that water is essential [...]

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Water is an essential element of life and helps us in a myriad of ways. Staying hydrating has lasting impacts including increased longevity and energy, healthy skin, and clearer minds. This month, we encourage you to increase your daily hydration by participating in our 28 Day Hydration Challenge! Work to reach your goal each day [...]

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Many people begin the new year with the goal to improve exercise performance. How you fuel the body impacts muscle and organ performance, strength, recovery, and many other key mechanics your body uses when being active. So how exactly does what we eat influence our body and physical performance? We enlisted the expertise of Dr. [...]

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Trying to make healthier food choices can sometimes feel overwhelming and frustrating. But it doesn’t have to be. Eating well is possible. The more effortless we make it, the better chances are that we actually stick to it. We asked Charlotte Furman, a registered dietitian and Technology and Wellness Manager in the Department of Food [...]

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Tis’ the season of fun, festivities, and food! This time of year brings gatherings filled with yummy treats and many opportunities to share the love of cooking with friends and family. The following guide from The Whole U includes tried and true recipes from UW registered dietitians, tips and tricks for navigating nutrition around holiday [...]

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Any Washingtonian knows that August is peak blackberry season along with other delicious berries easily accessible. These tiny, brightly colored, sweet-tart fruits are so abundant here in the Pacific Northwest it’s hard not to notice them at the grocery store, farmer’s market, or simply on the side of the road. Berries are delicious and have [...]

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Dietary Protein is one of the most important topics when it comes to your physique and making improvements to it. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, gain muscle or stay strong and healthy as you age, protein is vital. Protein supplements, fortified foods and beverages are popping up everywhere, and foods already rich in protein [...]

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With longer hours of daylight and lots of sunshine you may be getting back into a fitness routine this summer. Or, you may be an avid exerciser who never misses out on your next challenge. Regardless of how active your lifestyle is, we all can benefit from incorporating exercise safety into our fitness routines. Exercise [...]

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Summer is the perfect time to branch out of your comfort zone and try new ways to cook your favorite foods. How you prepare your produce can transform taste, texture, and your experience enjoying it. If you’re looking for a way to add excitement to your palate, try grilling your favorite fruits and vegetables. Not [...]

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Parties, barbeques, social events…they are back! There is a palpable energy and excitement in the air as our lives and the world around us goes back to normal – albeit, with some changes and perhaps some new mindsets. With a lot more time at home and much less time socializing and attending gatherings over the [...]

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If April showers bring May flowers, then June must bring its veggies and fruits. Summer is here in the Pacific Northwest, and while it’s important to get outside and soak in some of that Vitamin D so many of us are lacking in this region, eating our locally grown goods can be another way to [...]

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Summer is fast approaching, bringing with it lots of sunshine and outdoor activities. After months of indoors, we are all eager to get up and go! From perusing farmers markets, sunning at the beach, and hiking mountains we are bound to work up a sweat doing our favorite summer activities. While lighter fare and healthier [...]

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