Healthy Bites

Looking for health tips? You’re in the right place! Every month, our Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition, Paula Kerr, creates Healthy Bites for our clients that include useful tips and information about nutrition, mental health, exercise and more. Scroll down to read her latest guide. 

About Paula

We’re so happy to have Paula on our team! Paula studied Nutrition and Dietetics at Michigan State University and Ball State University and has been a Registered Dietitian for over 25 years. She’s passionate about family mealtimes and helping people of all ages feed themselves with care and enjoyment. Paula is dedicated to ensuring that Meals on Wheels Western Michigan makes delicious meals that meet nutritional guidelines for seniors.

Bowl of yogurt with raspberries, blueberries, and red berries
Wellness Guide

June 2021 Wellness Guide

Find important information about Dysphagia, elder abuse awareness, benefits of dairy foods for aging, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

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Two grilled cheese sandwiches sit on a dark plate, the top one is sliced, demonstrating a delicious cheese-pull.
Wellness Guide

April 2021 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: Stress Awareness Month National Brussels Sprout and Cabbage Month World Health Day Spotlight on Caregivers Tips for Healthy Snacking Featured Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Wrap News from MOWWM

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Vegetable sit in a heart-shaped bowl, with a stethoscope wrapped around the bowl.
Wellness Guide

March 2021 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: National Nutrition Month Daylight Savings Begins National Broccoli Month Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Bowtie and Spinach Salad News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: Mowwm senior food

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A red stethoscope lies on a white surface in the shape of a heart
Wellness Guide

February 2021 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: American Heart Month National Cancer Prevention Month Lower your Risk of Heart Disease Featured Recipe: Roasted Sweet Potatoes-Two Ways News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: Celebrate American

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A plate of spaghetti sits on a table with pepper, tomato, and olive oil with basil on top.
Wellness Guide

January 2021 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: National Glaucoma Month Celebrating the New Year Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Quick Overnight Oats News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: How to celebrate healthy weight week

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A man washes his hands with soap under a silver faucet with the water running.
Wellness Guide

December 2020 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: National Tomato Month Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Dilly Roasted Root Veggies  News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: Wash your hands Washing your hands is easy, and

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