Tummy Trouble? I might have a solution
Post by Olivia Martino, Registered Dietitian and Owner, Nourish Northwest
As a dietitian, one of the most common health issues I work with is IBS. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a very common disorder that is diagnosed by symptoms, which vary from person to person and often involve abdominal pain or discomfort, cramping, bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation. The cause of IBS isn’t very well understood, which is why the treatment plan isn’t straightforward. It can be a guessing game as to why one might be affected by IBS, which makes determining an appropriate treatment plan the same. Read More
The Benefits of Meditation
Meditation has become a mainstream word these days. It is not just associated with monks in a cave. We are seeing it in corporations, such as Google and Nike. We are seeing it In hospitals and clinics to help with heart disease, cancer, and stress management. It is also a tool used in hospice care, as a way to help bring peace and ease at the end of life transition. Instead of sharing the compelling research behind meditation, I want to share some of the benefits I have received as a result of a regular practice. Read More
Recipe: Strawberry Avocado Caprese Salad
Post by Olivia Martino, Registered Dietitian and Owner, Nourish Northwest
Finally, the outdoor temperature is just too hot to warrant turning on the stove. Dinner needs to be quick, fresh and cool. I recently made this recipe for one of our personal chef clients and she LOVED it, as did I. Read More
Healthy Eats for Summer Camping
Post by Olivia Martino, Registered Dietitian and Co-Owner, Nourish Northwest
I have been thinking about writing this post for a long time because many clients have asked me about this particular topic. I personally do a lot of car camping, meaning that the possibilities for bringing healthy foods are really endless. Backpacking brings on a whole new set of challenges, so I’ll save that topic for a different time. While I do love a good hot dog and s’more from time to time, going camping doesn’t mean you can or should just throw healthy eating out the window. Here are some ideas for camping meals that you can enjoy, without demolishing your nutrition goals: Read More
Get SMART about Your Goals
Post by Lily Gil, Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor, Nourish Northwest
Get SMART About Your Goals
As promised, here’s the much anticipated post on SMART goals. SMART goals are used across many different fields including in fitness, motivational coaching and therapy, due to its power in turning vague desires into practical, achievable, and intentional outcomes. A while back I posted about the difficulty in sticking to our New Year’s Resolutions, so go ahead and dust that list off and choose one that you’re ready to accomplish! Keep that goal in mind as you read through the rest of this post.