New super-vitamin, or just catchy headlines?

"Before you jump on a nutrition bandwagon, and start taking supplements or radically change your diet, dig deeper. Be wary. Find reliable sources. Read the actual study." As a dietitian working in the wellness field, nutrition-related news always catches my eye. So I was intrigued when I saw several headlines last summer pertaining to vitamin... Continue Reading →

Wellchat Episode VII: The Late Night Binge

Episode 7: Recorded previously, Cristin discusses Bluezones, the myths and realities of late-night eating, and some strategies to curb binges later in the day. Plus Neal shares some latest news regarding the MUS Wellness Incentive Program. The Montana Moves & Meals Wellchat is available on Itunes podcasts! Subscribe and take us with you for a walk, run,... Continue Reading →

Power Bite Video: Freezing Veggies

As we head into fall and our CSA shares, home gardens, and Farmer's market bounties of fresh fruits and veggies start to wane, don't despair! Cristin, with the help of Montana dietetic intern Anna Goodrum, demonstrates how to freeze fresh fruits and vegetables in order to preserve those delicious foods through the winter. The simple... Continue Reading →

Back-to-School Breakfasts!

School is back in session and for many of us, that means more responsibilities, tighter schedules, and often...less time for food prep. Breakfast especially can take a hard hit if school mornings are chaotic. Even if the start of school doesn’t change your schedule much, it’s rare to find someone who has time in the... Continue Reading →

Wellchat Episode VI: The Amazing Microbiome

Episode 6: Special guest Anna Goodrum, Dietetic Intern with the Montana Dietetic Intership (MDI), joins Cristin and Neal for a discussion about the latest human microbiome research and how probiotics and prebiotics play crucial roles in our health. The Montana Moves & Meals Wellchat is available on Itunes podcasts! Subscribe and take us with you for... Continue Reading →

Power Bite Video: Weird Veggies

As fresh summertime produce continues to roll in, it's a great time to branch out with some new recipes including some yummy, and sometimes not so common, vegetables. For those of you participating in our online incentive program, you can get a jump on a couple of new challenges that will roll out next week... Continue Reading →

Wellchat Episode V: Eat More Plants

Episode 5: Cristin talks about her Nutritional Tenet #2, Eat More Plants, and the MUS Wellness team talk about upcoming fall events including Wellchecks. The Montana Moves & Meals Wellchat is available on Itunes podcasts! Subscribe and take us with you for a walk, run, or drive!

How do you figure what is 20%?

In Episode 2 of the Montana Moves and Meals podcast, we discussed my first nutrition tenet: the 80/20 rule of moderation. This principle is meant to allow for some flexibility in one’s diet to include foods that we enjoy but that may not be great for us (the 20%), while maintaining a focus on eating... Continue Reading →

Wellchat Episode II

Episode 2. Cristin explains the 80/20 rule of moderation as a nutrition strategy. Neal talks about his CSA veggie overload, and the MUS Wellness duo talk about upcoming events like webinars and Wellchecks.

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