By Katrina Schoettler, dietetic intern with Nutrition Ink Dietetic Internship Program (NIDIP)The holiday season can be a challenging time to stay on track with health goals. Many of us are out of our normal routines, attending events and parties or traveling to see loved ones. Our stress levels rise, workout plans give way to other […]
Media Chair Awareness Months and Holidays, Meal Ideas, Nutrition
Whether someone is trying to incorporate more meatless meals throughout the week, or already following a vegetarian or vegan eating pattern, Vegetarian Awareness Month is a great time to focus on plant-based nutrition. A quick overview of some vegetarian ingredients (vegetarian ingredients) can be helpful for those looking to try new foods, like tempeh, or […]
Figure 1 Photo by Social Cut on Unsplash.comSeptember was National Food Safety Education Month—did you do anything special to remind your clients?This fall and throughout the year, teach your patients and clients ways to reduce the risk of food poisoning and keep themselves safe. One of the first steps to food […]
Media Chair Awareness Months and Holidays
National HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day: The Nutritional Implications of the Evolution of Treatment By Kana Ogaki, MPH September 18 is the National HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day, which raises awareness of the challenges faced by aging populations with HIV/AIDS (1). Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the virus that causes HIV infection, which was first […]
Greetings and welcome to Autumn! I’m Melissa, GSDA President, and I am thrilled to welcome you to our current member year. As the leaves change and we embrace the cooler weather, it’s an exciting time for the Greater Seattle Dietetic Association (GSDA). The board has been hard at work this summer, planning for an engaging […]
Media Chair Nutrition Nutrition, sports
Anna Hall is a dietetic intern at Bastyr University Photo credit: https://unsplash.com/photos/three-person-lifting-barbels-Lx_GDv7VA9MPower sports demand a high level of strength and endurance. Athletes need to be intentional about their diets. Including the right foods in your diet can help improve your performance and your overall well-being. Power sports require strength, speed, and endurance. If […]
Photo by Emma Simpson on Unsplash.com By Gabriella Rao, Dietetic Intern Everyone knows that “the leg bone’s connected to the knee bone,” but the link between the gut and the thyroid is a little more unclear. Read on to learn more about this exciting relationship. You may know that the gut […]
Byline Aubrey Knickerbocker, Dietetic Intern at Bastyr University Wondering why iodine is a game-changer for your health? In this blog post, I’ll give you the scoop on iodine’s vital role in keeping your thyroid in check. Ready to decode the iodine mystery? Let’s dive in! You can achieve better health if you understand the role […]
Media Chair Dietetic Internships, Nutrition hormones, PCOS
By Audrey Hummel, Dietetic Intern at Bastyr University Unlock the secret to hormonal harmony! Managing PCOS can be challenging, but a healthy diet can improve your symptoms and overall health. Read on to learn more about foods you can eat to help support your hormonal balance. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder […]
Media Chair Dietetic Internships, Meal Ideas, Nutrition
By Cathy House, MS, Dietetic Intern at Bastyr University Many people want to eat less salt, but it can be tricky to find snacks that are both low-sodium and delicious. Let’s walk through 5 simple ideas for whole food snacks that are naturally low in sodium. Why It’s Important to Eat Less Salt Cutting down […]
