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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
Mar 3, 20231 min read
Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables
#NationalNutrtionMonth Tip #2 - Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables Fruits and veggies add color, flavor and texture plus...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 3, 20231 min read
Watch Portion Sizes
Tip 3 Watch Portion Sizes Use a third of your plate for non-starchy, green vegetables half for whole grains or starchy vegetables and...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 21, 20231 min read
Cancer Prevention: Move More and Sit Less
We are midway through #Cancerpreventionmonth ! Can you make it a point to move a little more today? Yes, you! There is strong evidence...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 21, 20231 min read
Incorporate Carotenoids Into Your Diet for Cancer Prevention
One of the reasons plant-based diets are recommended for #cancerprevention is that they contain protective phytochemicals. One type of...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 21, 20231 min read
Incorporate Antioxidants Into Your Diet for Cancer Prevention
Chances are you've heard of antioxidants and maybe you're aware they have a role in #cancerprevention. But do you know what they do?...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Dec 16, 20221 min read
Lead and Cadmium Could Be in Your Dark Chocolate
Say it isn't so! In a new article published in Consumer Reports, they found unsafe levels of lead and cadmium in popular brands of dark...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Wise Advice from Julia Child
A study done at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health research found that people who cook meals at home eat healthier and fewer...
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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
Aug 17, 20221 min read
The 3x4 Genetic Test is both FSA and HSA eligible!
The journey to taking control of your health begins with understanding your body. Genetic testing empowers you to do exactly that! And it...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Jul 31, 20222 min read
I couldn't have been more surprised by my genetic test results!
As someone who eats a nutrient dense diet, is physically active and very knowledgeable about healthy sleep, stress management and...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Mar 16, 20223 min read
Now Offering 3x4 Diet and Lifestyle Genetic Testing
Healing Food for Cancer is Partnering with 3x4 Genetic Testing! Most people are making health decisions based on generalized...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Feb 21, 20221 min read
Ten Cancer Prevention Recommendations
Lifestyle changes can impact cancer risk. This infographic, from the American Institute of Cancer Research, identifies 10 recommendations...
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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
Oct 25, 20211 min read
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In today's video, I share 4 measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of breast cancer from the American Institute of Cancer Research.
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Sep 3, 20211 min read
Today's video is a bit more personal.
Recently I learned that I was a good candidate for genetic testing for cancer because of my family history.
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Aug 3, 20211 min read
The Importance of Being Your Own Advocate
Between my own recent experiences and those that have been shared with me, I wanted to speak to the importance of being an advocate for...
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Mary Johnson MEd, MSN, RD
Jul 30, 20211 min read
Does medical cannabis help offset side effects of cancer treatment?
Some of the common side effects during cancer treatment are nausea, vomiting, taste changes and loss of appetite. Does medical cannabis...
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