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2026 Food and Nutrition Trends to Watch

At Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating, we stay ahead of nutrition trends so you can make simple, sustainable food choices. After attending the year's biggest food and nutrition conference, here's what we...

The Gift of Wellness: Healthy Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Want to give the gift of good health but not sure what to buy? We all have those hard-to-shop for individuals on our list. Instead of falling back on big boxes of chocolates, high-sodium gift baskets,...

A Healthier Holiday Charcuterie Board

The holidays are my favorite time of year; cozy sweaters, sparkling lights, laughter that fills the house, and of course, good food. Every year I get requests from my family to bring a charcuterie boa...

The Gluten Free Diet - Is it Healthy?

As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, one of the most common questions I hear is: Should I go gluten-free? The answer depends entirely on your individual health needs. For people with celiac disease...

Bee Well: Sweet Secrets of Honey and the Healing Power of the Hive

For over 10,000 years, humans have shared a deep connection with honeybees - not just as pollinators, but as healers, symbols, and sacred beings. As a beekeeper for over ten years, I've spent countles...

Smart Snacking: Dietitian-Approved Tips and Adjusting Your Calorie Level

At Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating, we know that living a healthy lifestyle isn't just about eating balanced meals, it's also about making smart choices between meals. Whether you're managing your wei...

Convenience Without Compromise: Escaping the Ultra-Processed Trap

A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report reveals that ultra-processed foods make up a staggering 55% of Americans; total caloric intake across all ages (1 year and older). Childre...

July Bingo Wellness Challenge (for Anytime!)

Building healthier habits doesn't need to be as complicated as it may seem. Truthfully, the most effective changes begin with simple actions practiced consistently over time. As a Seattle Sutton's Hea...

Summers Top Foods for Better Health

At Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating, we know that food is more than fuel; it's your body's best defense against disease, inflammation, and fatigue. And the best part? Eating well doesn't mean sacrifici...

Not All Ingredients Are Created Equal: What To Avoid and Why

Last week, we covered how some scary-sounding ingredients can actually be very safe and even nutritious. Like most things in life, you can't generalize things into a neat and easy category of good and...

Scary Sounding but Super Healthy: Ingredients You Can’t Pronounce

Ever looked at a food's ingredient list and thought, "What is this?!" You're not alone. With the rise of clean eating and focus on reading ingredients, we've become hyper-aware of what's in our food a...

Train Your Tastebuds to Enjoy Healthier Food

As a young girl, I vividly remember watching my mom struggle to get my sisters and me to eat certain vegetables. The sight of a plate of steamed broccoli would evoke dramatic reactions from my younger...

Boost Your Health with 30 Plants Per Week Challenge

The 30 Plants Per Week Challenge is grounded in scientific research highlighting the numerous health benefits of consuming various plants. The idea is simple: by eating 30 different plant-based foods...

Best Diets 2025: Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating Fits Top 3!

Each year U.S. News World Report releases its rankings of the Overall Best Diets. Recently they announced their 10 top picks for 2025. This list helps in making recommendations to improve health that...

Fighting Foods To Chase Away Cold, Flu, and Winter Blues

Winter can be a challenging time for both our physical health and mental well-being. Many people experience colds, flu and the winter blues this time of year. The shorter days, colder weather, and l...

Make 2025 Your Healthiest Year Yet

Are you looking forward to a new year knowing you need to make some changes? Or maybe with a renewed motivation to get healthier? Make 2025 your healthiest year yet with these simple, yet effective go...

Boost Your Energy This Winter

For me, winter often feels like a time for hibernation -- comfy clothes, cozy blankets, and comforting foods. The chill in the air and the shorter days can leave us feeling drained, both physically an...

Uncovering the Truth of Plant-Based Diets

"Eat more plants" has been common nutrition advice for many years but the plant-based movement is fairly new. A plant-based diet is becoming increasingly popular as it has many benefits for overall he...