Backyard Chickens – A Few Things To Know!
What you Need to Know Before Raising Backyard Chickens By Katie White, Bastyr Dietetic Intern Backyard chickens are so much fun! They’re generally easy to take care of, and one of the best parts is [...]
6 Exercise Myths BUSTED!
By Laura VanderStarre, Washington State University Dietetic Intern The start of the new year is a time for new resolutions. For many of us, some of these resolutions center on health and fitness goals. January [...]
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly about 5 Common Diet Trends
By Natalia Walczak, Nutrition Student Intern St. Louis University (edited by Monika Jacobson, RDN) Paleo, keto, and vegan diets are buzzwords very familiar to most people and especially Registered Dietitians. People are becoming increasingly health [...]
Resistance Training: Muscles, Myths and More
By Ellis Carlson, Student of Exercise Science at Eastern Washington University What is resistance training? Resistance training (a.k.a. strength training) is a type of training that is focused on building muscular strength, endurance and overall [...]
Holiday Baking – Tips & Tricks for Boosting Nutrition
By Taylor Leahy, Bastyr Dietetic Intern and Monika Jacobson, RDN Gingerbread, peppermint, chocolate, spiced nuts... These are all the baking flavors of the season that spark joy to me! Baking is a pastime for many [...]
Shop Small. Shop Local. Support Our Community!
The holiday season in the beautiful Inland Northwest is a wonderful time of year! Freshly fallen snow, hot cocoa by the fireplace, sledding, skiing at any of the mountains nearby, delicious meals & goodies, and [...]
6 Tips for Managing Stress in CRAZY Times
By Katelynn Houger, WSU Dietetic Intern & Monika Jacobson, RDN The topic of “stress” is relevant now more than ever – and we’re here to talk about the lifestyle strategies than can help combat the [...]
5 Spooky Halloween Foods That Won’t Cause Cavities!
In my opinion, Halloween treats should be enjoyed by everyone, guilt free. I am a firm believer in eating you favorite Halloween candy once a year. Why not? It's your favorite! But there are also [...]
6 Lifestyle Strategies to Manage PMS
6 Lifestyle Strategies to Manage PMS By Abby Calderson, Dietetic Intern at Bastyr University We have all been there, and to be honest, it hurts. There is nothing that can ruin our days more than [...]
Pumpkin Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Ok, honestly I don't have the best track record of baking cinnamon rolls with a yeast dough. I think I just need more practice! However, this Pumpkin SOURDOUGH version is pretty. damn. good. I love [...]