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Is a Very Low-Carb Diet for Weight Loss Effective?

Very low carbohydrate diets are very popular right now due to the quick weight loss that they can produce. But is a very low carbohydrate diet better than other diet approaches when it comes to losing...

Are Dietary Supplements Safe? Here’s How to Tell

Many people take supplements to improve their health. While some supplements have known benefits and safety, other supplements are not well-studied and may be downright dangerous. Did you know that...

Setting the Record Straight on Coconut Oil's Health Benefits

In the past few years there have been many unfounded claims about coconut oil spreading around the internet and social media. Many people believe that coconut oil has special health benefits even thou...

5 Immune Boosting Foods in Season Right Now

Eating a well-balanced diet and taking care of yourself are some of the few things we can control right now when it feels like so much is out of our control. Spring produce is at its peak currently...

The Importance of Exercise for Weight Loss

When it comes to weight loss it’s important to move it to lose it! The benefits of exercise for weight loss go beyond just burning calories. An active lifestyle helps to balance the calorie sca...

Are There Foods to Reduce Anxiety? A New Study Says Yes!

We are learning more and more about how what we eat effects how we feel, which is important because approximately one-third of American adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their l...

How to Wash Fruits and Vegetables Properly

We all have a growing awareness of the safety and cleanliness of the foods we are putting into our bodies. With concern about viruses, bacteria, or chemicals on fruits and vegetables, some people hav...

Managing Lactose Intolerance Symptoms

Lactose intolerance symptoms can be quite unpleasant, but luckily can be very easily managed. Even though it seems as though lactose intolerance is very common, only about 12% of adults struggle wit...

A True Nutritional Powerhouse: Discover the Health Benefits of Beans

Beans may be a magical fruit and not for the reason the childhood rhyme says… even though the silly rhyme is guaranteed magical giggles every time. Beans are amazing because they are full of nu...

Making Your Home Office A Healthy Space

Working from a home office offers flexibility, comfort, and the ability to be more independent while on the clock. While these positives can help with work-life balance and stress levels, there are...

Why Is Your Morning Blood Sugar High?

Have you ever checked your blood sugar first thing in the morning, before eating or drinking anything, and found it higher than expected? You’re not alone. In fact, up to 50% of people with type...

Different Types of Vegetarian Diets

There has been a recent surge in vegetarian and plant-based diets. Many people are making the switch away from animal products for environmental and health reasons. Some studies suggest that a healthy...

Be a Menu Detective: Spot the Diet Killers When Eating Out

Dining out when you are watching your diet can be a challenge, and looking at menus can feel like a mystery when determining what’s the best choice nutritionally. The large portions, tempting di...

Stocking Up Amid COVID19

With news outlets talking nonstop about the coronavirus outbreak and people responding by avoiding favorite restaurants and emptying grocery store shelves we are all starting to think more about wha...

Protein Pointers: Tips to Boost the Benefits

Beginning in their 40s, adults typically lose 1 to 2 percent of their muscle mass every year. Eating the right amount of protein throughout the day can help maintain muscle mass. Other benefits of pr...

Meal Delivery During a Pandemic

The 2019-nCoV (coronavirus) is on many people's mind currently and that is no different at Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating. We are 100% committed to continuing our mission of providing safe, healthy f...

How Much Water Should You Drink? It Depends!

Of all the nutrients in your diet, water is one of the body’s most essential. However, many people struggle to meet their daily fluid needs. The old advice is to drink 8 cups of water per day, but t...

6 Important Nutrients for a Healthy Postpartum Diet

For many women, finding out they are pregnant means getting healthy: stopping smoking, eating healthy, and adopting a new exercise routine. But after bringing baby home it can be hard to maintain th...