Recipe: BBQ Soy Curl Sandwiches with Creamy Cabbage Slaw
Post by Olivia Martino Blodgett, Registered Dietitian and Owner
Do you know about soy curls? If not, it’s time you do! Soy curls are a high protein, minimally processed meat alternative made by a company called Butler Soy Curls in a town not far from Portland. They are made by dehydrating whole non-GMO soybeans and do not contain any other ingredients! A 3/4 cup serving contains 10 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber and 15% of your daily value of Iron. Most importantly, I love the taste, texture and ease of preparation! Read More
Staying Active While Pregnant
Post by Olivia Martino Blodgett, Personal Trainer and Owner
Before I became pregnant I had some pre-conceived notions about what this would mean for my fitness regimine. Although I have seen a few close friends go through pregnancy in a much different manner, the movie version of a pregnant woman ensued in my mind; the one where the woman is too uncomfortable to get off the couch and do anything besides raise a spoon from the pint of ice cream to her mouth. Common birthing books, website, apps and even my peers just perpetuated this perception. Read More
The Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
Post By Miah Williamsen, Nourish Northwest Nutrition Intern
Olivia’s recent trip to Sicily (and all of the amazing photos she shared on Instagram of the meals that she ate while she was there) got me thinking about the Mediterranean diet. Most people have heard of the Mediterranean diet and may even know that it emphasizes using large quantities of olive oil and encourages the drinking of red wine. However, what most people do not likely know is that the Mediterranean diet is also one of the most health-promoting dietary patterns in the world, and thousands of research studies have demonstrated its numerous health benefits. Read More
Recipe: Golden Milk Chia Pudding
Post by Olivia Martino Blodgett, Registered Dietitian and Owner
Looking for a snack that is easy, healthy and delicious, not to mention low in sugar, anti-inflammatory, vegan and satisfying? Look no further and make a batch of this chia pudding today! Read More
Recipes: Rhubarb Two Ways
Post by Olivia Martino Blodgett, Personal Chef and Registered Dietitian
One of the really fun things about moving into a new house is discovering what plants the previous owners left behind for you. Our garden just sprouted the most beautiful tulips, rhodenendrun, daffodils and lilacs. Read More