Bastyr's Health and Recipe Blog

Making your Health a Priority is the Biggest Trend of 2021 After the countless banana bread and sourdough loafs made in 2020, it seems as if everyone is ready to cleanse into the new year.	Morning Vitality Smoothie A nutrient-dense breakfast can provide sustained energy and brain power to get you through the day. Dark leafy greens, high quality fats and high-power antioxidants make this drink a great option to bank great nutrition in one powerful drinkable meal.	Healthy Sleep Habits Am I getting enough sleep?	Carrot Ginger Soup
5 Tips for Prediabetes November is Diabetes Awareness month and we are excited to share some tips to help reduce and regulate your blood sugar levels.	New Formulas from the Botanical Medicine Lab All ingredients can be purchased at the Bastyr Dispensary!	Seven Herbs to Support Immunity In light of the current outbreak of the Coronavirus, we wanted to support you and your family in staying healthy this winter in whatever way we can! You should certainly be following all the current guidelines your local and state health departments put forward, but we can also make sure we are at our healthiest to support our body and immune system! In addition to healthy lifestyle practices — including a sensible diet, exercise, enough sleep and low stress — many common herbs can keep our immunity strong through the cold and flu season.	Creamy Vegan Potato Salad The beloved Summer picnic salad gets a healthy – and green makeover! Using avocados instead of mayo makes a delicious creamy dressing packed with nutrients that you can feel good about!
Should the Time of year Impact your Produce Buying Decisions? Have you ever wondered how to reduce the carbon footprint of your diet? Seasonality of produce is a good place to start.	Meal Delivery Kits: Convenience, Conservation, or Both? Although environmental critics are disturbed by increased packaging and emissions in meal delivery kits, current research suggests that the environmental impact from grocery store prepared meals may actually be greater.	5 Superfoods to Eat while Nursing How can you nourish your body during nursing? Here are five nutritional powerhouses that will help you get the necessary nutrients while nursing.	5 Nutrition Myths Dietitians Wish You Would Just Forget With all of the misinformation out there, it’s hard to know what is true and where to get reliable information. It is impor
Immune Support Soup The warming qualities of ginger can help heat you from the inside-out, making it an ideal ingredient for immune-support foods.	Boost your Immunity Naturally In light of the current outbreak of the Corona virus, we wanted to support you and your family in staying healthy this winter in whatever way we can! You should certainly be following all the current guidelines your local and state health departments put forward, but we can also make sure we are at our healthiest to support our body and immune system!	Powerful Plants to Boost Immunity During Cold & Flu Season Are your co-workers and friends getting sick? Worried you’ll be next? Luckily, there are ways to boost your immune system and reduce the chances of getting sick – herbs.	Are Canned Vegetables as Healthy as Fresh? Master of Science in Nutrition grad, Jodi Gamble, shares some insight on what you gain and lose from eating canned vegetables verses fresh.
Make the Switch to Alternative Sweeteners Are you cutting back on white sugar? There are plenty of other natural sweeteners that you can use instead!	Is it a Food Allergy, Intolerance, or Sensitivity? Do you ever experience stomach pain, bloating, gas or diarrhea after eating and wonder why? These are just a few of the symptoms that are related to a food allergy, intolerance or sensitivity.	Prebiotics vs. Probiotics Do you know the difference the one letter in these words make? Here is an insight into how this dynamic duo works in coordination to help keep your gut biome happy and your body healthy.	8 Non-Organic Produce Items to Buy Are you struggling to eat organic because the price tag leaves a big hole in your wallet? Fortunately, some fruits and vegetables contain less pesticide than others. Save your money next time you are out grocery shopping by going conventional on these 8 foods.
Five Fats for Thought Did you know that nearly one in five Americans suffer from some sort of mental health illness (MHI)? .In fact, mental illness is the leading cause of disability and a cofactor to multiple chronic diseases worldwide. Therefore, it is no surprise that MHI is a hefty economic, social and health burden.	Heart Beet Donuts This healthier doughnut contains no artificial colors or refined sugars! Beet juice gives it the vibrant pink color, plus extra nutrients such as folate and fiber. These vegan doughnuts are a treat for the taste buds and the eyes!	Melon, Mint and Lime Sorbet There's no need to look at ingredient labels when you make your own sorbet! Try this recipe that combines sweet honeydew melon with tangy lime and the freshness as mint, which also was used as the "Cold Amuse" at the 2016 final dinner presented by Bastyr University students graduating from the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Culinary Arts program. Read more about the annual event in the article Culinary Prowess on Display at Final Dinner, including links to some of the other recipes.	4 Mindful Eating Tips The internet abounds with lists of healthful foods to eat while sticking to a budget.
Do We Really Need Insoluble Fiber? Fiber. We've all heard about how we need more of it, but how important is it really to our health?	5 Nutrition & Lifestyle Tips to Improve Male Fertility  Infertility is an issue affecting both men and women.	Hard Facts About Nutrition for Men   Some of the best and simplest ways to stave off male reproductive dysfunction involve everyday diet and lifestyle habits.	Hummus Flatbread Pizza This vegetarian version of pizza is a great way to fill up on heart friendly fiber from legumes and whole wheat flour. The love is further enhanced by colorful vegetables which provide a variety of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Nurture affection during the cooking process of this recipe and share it with your loved ones as an entrée or snack.This vegetarian version of pizza is a great way to fill up on heart friendly fiber from legumes and whole wheat flour. The love is further enhanced by colorful vegetables which provide a variety of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Nurture affection during the cooking process of this recipe and share it with your loved ones as an entrée or snack.
Post-Workout Smoothie Bowl Optimize your workouts and muscle gains with this post-workout smoothie bowl recipe!	Tempeh Summer Rolls These tempeh summer rolls are healthy, adaptable, and make a wonderful light dinner, lunch, or appetizer. Make them with your favorite vegetables and herbs, and serve with a creative dipping sauce!