Expert Health and Nutrition Tips

Understanding gastroparesis and the connection to cancer

Gastroparesis can complicate the management of cancer, particularly in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Understanding prostate cancer screening

9/4/2024

Have you wondered whether you should be screened for prostate cancer? Learn the guidelines for screening and how accurate the PSA test is.

Writing Your Own Prescription for a Healthier Life

6/5/2024

Exercise and nutrition lead to optimal men’s health

9/26/2024

Providence Chief Medical Officer Dan Getz, D.O., says exercise and nutrition is key to men’s health and wellness, including strong heart and brain health.

Cook with us: Blackened shrimp and pesto quinoa bowl

4/5/2024

Join Providence and Homemade for a free, online cooking classes. In less than an hour, you’ll be enjoying a nutrition-packed quinoa bowl.

Talking to an expert: The crucial role of nutrition in cancer care

3/19/2024

In honor of National Nutrition Month® Alyssa George, MA, RDN, program manager at Oncology Nutrition, Providence Cancer Institute, talks about the important connection between cancer and nutrition.

Healthy eating tips for older adults

3/20/2024

Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is important as we get older. Providence Swedish Dietitian Meghann Karch has tips on how to eat healthy as you age.

Children’s Center Offers Free Group Classes in Snohomish County

The Providence Children's Center is a place where kids and families can learn about health and wellness in a fun and interactive way.

Cook with us: Herbed salmon with asparagus

3/8/2024

Join Providence and Homemade for a free, online cooking classes. In less than an hour, you’ll be enjoying a fresh tasting salmon and asparagus.

Cook with us: Hearty Italian minestrone soup

2/23/2024

Join Providence and Homemade for a free, online cooking classes. In less than an hour, you’ll be enjoying minestrone soup and crackers.

Virtual education: Food and common cancer myths

3/14/2024

Providence registered dietitian Christina Speaks, MS, RDN, LD, shares valuable information about food and common cancer myths.

Healthy heart, healthy life

2/15/2024

You can make a big difference in how healthy your heart is. A Providence cardiologist explains some lifestyle changes you can make to avoid heart disease.

Caregiver Spotlight: Johnathan Smith creates a winter wonderland

1/12/2024

How a hospital food and nutrition manager created an elegant and cozy meal for caregivers

A Healthier You in the New Year: Setting Goals for a Better Life

1/5/2024

As we welcome a new year, it's a great time to think about our health and make plans for a brighter future.

Holiday Cravings: A Guide to Enjoying a Healthy, Peaceful Holiday

12/1/2023

To make the holiday season enjoyable, it's important to make peace with food and develop some smart eating habits. Let's break down a few simple strategies.

Tips for eating healthy while still enjoying the holidays

11/20/2023

We know it’s hard to make good food and drink choices at holiday meals and events. But you can still enjoy the season without totally blowing your diet.

Diabetes Awareness Month: Debunking Common Myths

11/10/2023

November 14th is World Diabetes Day (WDD), a time when the global community comes together to raise awareness about this chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

Providence Milwaukie Community Teaching Kitchen: Nourishing Your Community

10/17/2023

The Providence Milwaukie Community Teaching Kitchen transforms lives and strengthens its community.

Learn to cook with new, free online cooking classes

10/12/2023

Providence Health has partnered with Homemade to offer new, free, online cooking classes that will help you enjoy more delicious and nutritious meals.

Healthy mom, healthy baby: Supporting new moms and babies on their breastfeeding journey

8/7/2023

Many parents choose to breastfeed their children, and Providence is proud to support these families as we celebrate National Breastfeeding Month together.

Reduce your sodium intake with small changes this summer

6/29/2023

Make your summer barbecues and picnics low sodium events with these helpful tips.

Register for a free, virtual cancer nutrition class

5/11/2023

A free virtual online class hosted by Providence Cancer Institute will highlight what to eat during cancer treatments, how to manage side effects and how to speed healing.

8 ways to start lowering your blood pressure today

5/31/2023

You can lower your blood pressure by making healthy changes in your life. Try these 8 science-backed tips to bring your blood pressure down.

Providence Heart Institute: a patient-first approach

3/20/2023

The Providence Heart Institute coordinates care for patients while providing them with access to leaders in the field and the latest procedures.

5 tips to reach your nutrition goals this year

3/14/2023

Registered dietician, Tanja Pavlovic from the Providence Regional Cancer Partnership, offers 5 tips to plan and sustain a healthy lifestyle now and into the future.

Create Life-Changing Results with Providence Medical Group’s Diabetes Prevention Program

3/7/2023

Ready to begin building health habits for life? Providence Medical Group is accepting applications for a Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) offered virtually.