Wellness Guides

Looking for wellness tips? You’re in the right place! Every month, our Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition, Paula Kerr, creates a Wellness Guide for our clients that includes 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.
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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

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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

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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

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Wellness Guide

November 2020 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: Thanksgiving  Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Mini Meatloaf Pepper Rings News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: Whats new in the MOW kitchen

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Wellness Guide

October 2020 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: National Chili Month Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Chili Mac Skillets News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: mental illness awareness week Each

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Wellness Guide

May & June 2020 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: Older Americans Month Eat Your Vegetables Day Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Cream of Asparagus Soup News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY:

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Wellness Guide

March & April Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: National Nutrition Month Spotlight on Caregivers Featured Recipe: Best Pasta Ever, Without Tomato Sauce News from MOWWM   FEATURED STORY: Every Bite

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