Submit your recipes for the Husky Cookbook!
Ivory Loh’s decision to embark on a project to compile a cookbook filled with recipes that reflect the richness and diversity of the University of Washington community started with one question: “If you had to bring one food to a potluck that represented your cultural identity, what would you bring, and why?” The question had [...]
From Mat to Table: Eating with Yoga Practice in Mind
UW Yoga Month is in full swing with this year’s focus on yoga’s capacity to inspire and how that extends to life, nature, and art. But what about yoga’s connection to food? Registered dietitian Melissa Montalto shares some professional insight in this month’s edition of the RD blog. If you have yet to register for [...]
Fall Sheet Pan Recipes to Make in a Flash
Fall is coming and many of us are already busy with activities and commitments with little time to throw a meal together. When life gets busy, I am a big fan of sheet pan meals. When planning for a sheet pan meal, I think about a vegetable (or several), protein, and usually I like to add [...]
How to Build a Better Trail Mix
The Pacific Northwest region is praised for its natural scenery and its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and four mountain ranges. One of the best ways to explore our region’s natural beauty is through physical activities such as hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, running, backpacking, and rock climbing. But sometimes, you can get so mesmerized by [...]
Eating Ethically: Sustainable Seafood
Not only is seafood delicious, its health benefits are as clear as a day at the beach. Packed with protein and nutrients that add a healthy punch to any meal, seafood—which includes fish and shellfish—can be an integral part of any healthy diet. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend adults eat two servings or [...]
Eating for Longevity is Easier Than You Think
Planning a trip to visit my 107-year-old grandmother got me thinking about longevity. What does it take to live to age 100? Or even just add a few years to our lives? Is there more to it than just genetics? Is the secret to living a long and healthy life as simple as “eat more [...]
Celebrate Nutrition in March with The Whole U
There’s beauty in the basic. When you take care of the basics—the fundamental facets of everyday living—it often goes a long way toward taking care of a good many other things. “If you’re doing the basics, it takes care of 90% of the issues that might come up.” That’s what Todd Tuetken, director of Olympic Strength [...]
Foods of the World: Bagna Càuda
This dish takes Italian comfort food to new heights. My grandmother would prepare this dish most often on New Year’s Eve, when celebratory familial groups would convene. The dish itself is somewhat like the Italian version of a fondue. My family has made the tradition of eating it while standing around the table. While my [...]
Try Winter Squash For a Nutritious November
Fall is my favorite season of the year—a chance to take in the beautiful colors all around—not only in trees, but also through vibrant vegetables and fruits that abound during the harvest season. Apples, carrots, sweet potatoes, yams, winter squash, cranberries, radishes, grapes, and bell peppers are only a few of many options! I love [...]
Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes: Are you at risk?
November 14 is the World Diabetes Day! The World Health Organization (WHO) established World Diabetes Day in 1991 as an annual event for raising awareness in response to increasing numbers of diabetes cases around the world. November 14 was selected because it was the birth date of Frederick Banting who led to the discovery of [...]
Eating Well: Recipes & Resources
Download one—or all—of the following Whole U handouts to help take your next meal to the next level! Kitchen Cheat Sheets — Ready for some inspiration in the kitchen? Download these Whole U Kitchen Cheat Sheets and learn what fruits and veggies are in season when, how to best store your produce, and how to serve perfectly [...]