Key Nutrients for Reducing Inflammation and Improving Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common autoimmune conditions, and affects more than 30 million people in the US. It's twice as...
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Nutrition and Wellness by Rebecca Washuta MS, CNS, LDN
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Rebecca Washuta
- Nov 29, 2022
- 2 min
What is Resistant Starch and Why it’s Great for Weight Loss
Resistant starch is a type of fiber that passes through the small intestine undigested, and then gets fermented in the colon, which...
Rebecca Washuta
- Oct 31, 2022
- 1 min
How To Eat Healthy When You Fly
Let’s face it, regardless of what airline or class you fly, plane food is not only less than appetizing, but also highly processed and...
Rebecca Washuta
- Oct 31, 2022
- 1 min
Ways to Measure Success When the Scale Isn't Moving
Step away from scale! For some people, measuring your weight loss goals by constantly weighing yourself can become really discouraging. ...
Rebecca Washuta
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
How Positive Psychology Can Help You Reach Your Goals
It’s easy to say the glass is half full, but really believing it is the basis of positive psychology. This discipline of psychology...
Rebecca Washuta
- Aug 31, 2022
- 2 min
Why We Have Trouble Following Through
Everyone has a dream, goal, or vision for themselves. Despite our forward thinking and good intentions however, it’s easy to feel...
Rebecca Washuta
- Aug 31, 2022
- 1 min
A Dietitian's Recommendations for Food Storage Containers
So we're heading into a new month and a new season and you're ready to focus on your health, but where should you start? As a Licensed...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jul 31, 2022
- 3 min
Why One Good Habit Leads to Another
Have you ever noticed that on the days where you start off on the right foot (wake up on time, have a healthy breakfast, etc.) the rest...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jul 31, 2022
- 1 min
Nutrition Tips for Living Longer
The field of longevity is booming right now, and there is ongoing research around lifestyle changes you can make to help increase not...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jun 29, 2022
- 1 min
Summer Travel Essentials
It can be hard to stay on track and make good choices when you're traveling. Here are some of my favorite items to pack ahead of time so...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jun 29, 2022
- 1 min
Sneaky Ingredients That Cause Weight Gain
Managing your weight is something most people struggle with. There is a lot of misinformation in the nutrition and weight loss space...
Rebecca Washuta
- Apr 25, 2022
- 1 min
Spring Vegetable Risotto
Traditional risotto can be a pain to make but this recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Using vegetable broth and cream cheese you...
Rebecca Washuta
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
How to Suppress your Appetite Naturally
When it comes to curbing your appetite, there’s no magic bullet, but there are foods that can help. Coffee Studies have shown that coffee...
Rebecca Washuta
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
What I Wish I’d Known About C-section Delivery and the First Weeks Home with Baby
The first weeks of motherhood are a whirlwind! It’s equal parts magical and exhausting, and is something I don't think you can ever fully...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jan 12, 2021
- 2 min
HIIT Workouts vs. Cortisol Conscious Workouts
What is high intensity interval training (HIIT) anyway? These types of workouts are designed as short bursts of activity that raise your...
Rebecca Washuta
- Dec 24, 2020
- 1 min
Double Chocolate Avocado Cookies (gluten free, paleo, & vegan)
These cookies are rich, soft, and chocolatey. They're made with avocado and flax making them a great source of healthy fats and fiber....
Rebecca Washuta
- Dec 16, 2020
- 1 min
Chocolate Chip Gingerbread Cookies (gluten free, vegan, paleo)
These cookies are perfectly chewy and chocolatey and are filled with warm holiday spices like ginger and cinnamon. Using almond flour not...
Rebecca Washuta
- Nov 24, 2020
- 1 min
Easy Peasy Pecan Pie
This pie takes just 10 minutes to prep, and has only 5 ingredients. It's gluten free, vegan, and refined sugar free. Oh, and it's...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jul 29, 2020
- 3 min
How Stress Effects Your Health and Ways to Manage It
We all deal with small amounts of stress in our everyday lives, however, when this becomes chronic stress, it can lead to significant...
Rebecca Washuta
- Jul 20, 2020
- 2 min
Chocolate Berry Truffles
These delicious little bites are made with just 5 ingredients and have the perfect light and airy texture. They are vegan, gluten free,...
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