Bastyr Nutrition Grad Takes on "Dietary Disasters"

When Bastyr nutrition alumna Susan Levin, MS, RD, wrote a letter to the West Michigan Whitecaps asking the baseball team to label its 4,800 calorie burger a "dietary disaster," she hoped to make a point about the dangers of eating too much red meat. With her letter receiving media attention in places including The New York Times, The Seattle Times, ESPN and the London-based Telegraph, she might have made a larger point about the growing awareness of — and interest in understanding — diet as a means of preventing chronic diseases. Learn more.

Learn New Skills for a Healthier Lifestyle

Want to lose weight, eat better and get moving? Sign up today for "Weigh to Go," a lifestyle program developed by Bastyr's Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology faculty. Learn more.

Healthy Habits Boost Both Brain and Heart

What’s good for your heart may be good for your mind. A recent study found that people who have high blood pressure or diabetes have a higher risk for dementia. See tips to keep the body and mind healthy.

Biofeedback: Molding the Unconscious Mind

Recent World Cup soccer winners and an Olympic gold medalist have used it to achieve calm in high-pressure situations and improve their performances. What is biofeedback?

Recipe: Nutty Millet Porridge Warms the Soul

Millet is a high-protein whole grain. Allergen-free and great for special diets, this nutty, sweet hot breakfast dish will nourish you on a cold November morning. See the recipe.