In April 2014, Seattle City Council passed a resolution that supports a national and statewide ban on the use of non-therapeutic antibiotics in animal agriculture. There are currently bills in the House and Senate that address this practice as well. But why is the use of antibiotics in agriculture a concern? The Use of Antibiotics [...]

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The incidence of celiac disease has doubled in recent years. According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 2 million Americans have celiac disease. Individuals who are diagnosed with celiac disease are required to strictly follow a gluten-free diet. What exactly is celiac disease? It’s an autoimmune disease that leads to an intolerance of [...]

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This month marks the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ annual National Nutrition Month. The theme this year is “Enjoying the Taste of Eating Right.” To me, this means: slowing down to enjoy each meal, eating more whole foods versus processed foods, and preparing more foods from scratch using fresh ingredients. We live in a fast-paced, [...]

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Fruits and vegetables are superstars of the nutrition world. They provide a significant amount of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and water in our diet. Each of these is important for a healthy body and an active life. High consumption of fruits and vegetables has even been shown to decrease risk for chronic diseases including coronary heart [...]

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