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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD

Apr 29, 20231 min read

Do you drink decaf coffee?

If you're a decaf coffee drinker, you may want to check out checkyourdecaf.org. The solvents used to make decaf may be problematic when...

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April is Head and Neck Cancer Awarness Month

Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD

Apr 5, 20231 min read

April is Head and Neck Cancer Awarness Month

April is #headandneckcancer awareness month. Major risk factors include alcohol consumption and smoking. According to the American...

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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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April is #EsophagealCancerAwarenessMonth.

Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD

Apr 3, 20231 min read

April is #EsophagealCancerAwarenessMonth.

Lifestyle factors that increase risk include excess body fat, alcohol consumption (risk increases with increased consumption) aging,...

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#NationalNutritionmonth Tip #21 Slow Down at Mealtime

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #19 Make An Effort to Reduce Food Waste

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #18 Experiment with Plant-Based Meals

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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#NationalNutritionMonth #Tip 17 Eat Fermented Foods

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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#NationalNutritionMonth Tip #16 Explore New Foods and Flavors

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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#NationalNutritionMonth Tip # 15 Eat Seafood Twice a Week

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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#NationalNutritionMonth Tip #14 Reduce Added Sugar

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip 13 Banish Brown Bag Boredo

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #12 Establish Family Meal Time

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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#NationalNutrtionMonth Tip# 11 Stick to Your Goals When Ordering Out

Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD

Mar 17, 20231 min read

#NationalNutrtionMonth Tip# 11 Stick to Your Goals When Ordering Out

You can eat out and stick to your healthy eating plan! The key is to plan ahead, ask questions and choose foods carefully. Compare...

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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #9 Drink More Water

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #8 Follow Food Safety Guidelines

Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD

Mar 13, 20231 min read

#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #8 Follow Food Safety Guidelines

Regular hand washing, separating raw foods from ready-to-eat foods, cooking foods to the appropriate internal temperature, and...

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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #7 - Consult a Registered Dietitian!

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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#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #6 Fix Healthy Snacks

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 7, 20231 min read

National Nutrition Month Tip #5

#Nationalnutritionmonth Tip #5 - Get to Know Food Labels Reading the Nutrition Facts panel can help you choose foods and drinks to meet...

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National Nutrition Month Tip #4 - Be Active!

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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