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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 30, 20231 min read
#NationalNutritionmonth Tip #21 Slow Down at Mealtime
"You Americans will eat anything they hand to you through a window." - an observation by a German passenger I was seated next to on a...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 28, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #19 Make An Effort to Reduce Food Waste
Check to see what foods you have on hand before stocking up at the grocery store or ordering groceries online. Plan a meal or two to use...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 27, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #18 Experiment with Plant-Based Meals
Expand variety in your menus with budget-friendly meatless meals. Meat contains saturated fat which contributes to chronic inflammation...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 24, 20231 min read
#NationalNutritionMonth #Tip 17 Eat Fermented Foods
Fermented foods help support your gut microbiome where trillions of beneficial bacteria live. They aid in digestion and absorption, help...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 24, 20231 min read
#NationalNutritionMonth Tip #16 Explore New Foods and Flavors
Add more nutrition and enjoy a culinary adventure by expanding your range of food choices. When shopping, make a point of selecting a...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 22, 20231 min read
#NationalNutritionMonth Tip # 15 Eat Seafood Twice a Week
Seafood – fish and shellfish – contains a range of nutrients including healthy omega-3 fats. Salmon, trout, oysters and sardines are...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 21, 20231 min read
#NationalNutritionMonth Tip #14 Reduce Added Sugar
Not only do foods and drinks with added sugars contribute empty calories and little or no nutrition but they also contribute to chronic...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 20, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip 13 Banish Brown Bag Boredo
Whether it’s for work or school, prevent brown bag boredom with easy-to-make, healthy lunch ideas. I love fresh rolls with veggies and...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 17, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #12 Establish Family Meal Time
Hooray for the weekend! I hope you get to sit down to a meal with the family! If you're single, I hope you enjoy a meal with...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 14, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #9 Drink More Water
Quench your thirst with water instead of drinks with added sugars. This includes fruit, energy and sport drinks, sweetened teas and...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 10, 20232 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #7 - Consult a Registered Dietitian!
Whether you want to lose weight, lower your health-risks or manage a chronic condition, consult the experts! Registered dietitians can...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 9, 20231 min read
#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #6 Fix Healthy Snacks
Healthy snacks can sustain your energy levels between meals, especially when they include a combination of foods. Choose from two or more...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 6, 20231 min read
National Nutrition Month Tip #4 - Be Active!
Regular physical activity has many health benefits. You don't have to hit the gym – take a walk after dinner or put on music and dance...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 3, 20231 min read
Tip # 1 Eat Breakfast
It's #nationalnutritionmonth! Today's Tip: Eat Breakfast! Start your day with a healthy breakfast that includes lean protein, whole...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 18, 20211 min read
Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Breast Cancer Prevention
In today's video, I speak to the 4 lifestyle recommendations for Breast Cancer Prevention from the American Institute of Cancer Research...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 11, 20211 min read
Foods to Eat for Cancer Prevention
In today's video, I discuss the protective phytochemicals in a wide variety of foods that make them anti-cancer. This is part one. In...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Jan 14, 20212 min read
How to Prepare a Cancer Protective Snack
I had both beets and fresh basil in the house and decided since the two go well together, I'd make hummus. This recipe, for a cancer...
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