Hayley MacLean
School
Bastyr University, Washington State University
Expertise
Healthy Recipes, Plant-Based Recipes, Instant Pot Recipes, Seafood Recipes
- Hayley is a Certified Nutritionist in Washington State.
- She has been creating recipes and writing for her own blog, Happy Healthy Hayley, for over five years.
- She had previously created recipes for many large scale kitchens, including Cafe Mario on the Nintendo of America campus and many other institutional campuses.
Experience
Hayley has worked in the nutrition and food industry for almost a decade, with experience spanning from cooking in multiple kitchens to interning under seasoned Registered Dietitians. She is currently a Certified Nutritionist in Washington state and studying for her Registered Dietitian examination. Specializing in functional nutrition and gut health, she has published two papers on the subject through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics surrounding the link between digestive health and mental illness, and she has spoken publicly about the link between diet and emotion. In addition to her academic career, Hayley has worked in many food service roles, getting to create recipes for places such as Cafe Mario at the Nintendo of America headquarters. Her most recent role was that of dietetic intern for Sodexo, a worldwide food services and facilities management company.
Education
Hayley has a master's in Nutrition from Bastyr University, a small alternative medicine university outside of Seattle, Washington. Prior to that, she received her bachelor's in Communications from Washington State University.
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Stories By Hayley MacLean
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This broccoli crunch salad is loaded with fresh flavors, nutritious ingredients, and plenty of crunchy texture.
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This healthy stuffed peppers recipe makes easy ingredient swaps to yield a more nutritious version of the classic dish.
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When you're looking for a heart, vegan-friendly soup to enjoy as a light meal or a side to a heavier dinner, try this easy lentil and mushroom soup recipe.
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These bite-sized vegan stuffed mushrooms are perfect for a party platter or as a crunchy appetizer to start off your meal.
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This healthy applesauce spice cake will satisfy your cravings, and it counts as a serving of fruits! You can even serve it as a sweet breakfast option!
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What's not to love about a smoothie? This particular recipe gives you a good serving of fruits and veggies, including banana, blueberries, and spinach.
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We took this classic dessert and made it healthier without sacrificing the least bit of delicious flavor. Learn how to make it at home.
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Tired of seeing too many refried beans that are made with animal products? Here's how to make your own vegetarian version at home.
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Ready to fall into fall? Hayley MacClean to come up with this wonderfully healthy apple crisp recipe that we know you're going to love.