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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Apr 4, 20231 min read
#InternationalCarrotDay
April 4th is International Carrot Day! I wonder if it's just coincidence that it falls the week leading up to Easter!? The Easter Bunny...
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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 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
Aug 23, 20221 min read
Caff or decaf?
Genes affect how we respond to food and beverages. #CYP1A2 determines how fast or slowly we metabolize #caffeine. If you're slow to...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Aug 23, 20221 min read
Feeling Guilt or Shame About Managing Your Weight?
People who've had a lifelong struggle to manage weight may have feelings of shame or guilt about a lack of self control when perhaps...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Aug 23, 20221 min read
Genetics and Detoxification
We are all exposed to toxins. One of the ways the body rids itself of them is through what is called phase ll detoxification. Simply...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Nov 9, 20211 min read
My Genetic Testing Results
Over the summer an oncologist suggested genetic testing based on my family history of cancer. I'm so glad I had it done. Knowledge is...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Jul 23, 20211 min read
End of the Week Oats
Just because it's end of the week and you're running low on groceries doesn't mean you can't make a quick, delicious and cancer...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Jul 10, 20211 min read
Medical Cannabis for Cancer Symptom Management
Recently I had a request to do a video about medical cannabis. Using medical cannabis is a personal decision. In a series of videos I'll...
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