On RDN transit to start another semester at VIU! Only a few students on this first early day, and no high school kids yet. By Thursday it should be packed.
Heart health 🫀 isn’t just about getting protein—it’s about choosing the right ones.
🌱 Plant-forward proteins protect the heart
🥩 Lean, unprocessed meats in moderation can fit
🍴 Portion + prep matter as much as selection
Every protein choice is a heart health strategy.
#RDN #PlantForward #HeartHealth https://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/is-protein-good-for-heart-health/
🌿 For women 50+, the #MediterraneanDiet is more than fuel—it’s a strategy for resilience + longevity.
🥬 Leafy greens = bone health
🐟 Omega-3s = cognitive support
🌰 Protein/fiber = vitality
Nutrition isn’t just personal—it’s a systems lever for aging well.
#RDN #HealthyAging https://www.eatingwell.com/mediterranean-foods-women-after-50-should-eat-every-week-11780696
The 🌊 Mediterranean diet is proven to reduce heart disease & diabetes risk—yet cost keeps many families from trying it.
💡 Smart swaps (frozen produce, canned fish, seasonal buys) make it affordable and nutritious.
Health equity = making proven diets accessible.
#RDN #FoodSystems https://www.thehealthy.com/nutrition/mayo-clinic-expert-mediterranean-diet-on-a-budget/
School lunch costs keep rising 📈 — nearly half of parents expect higher expenses this year (Deloitte).
As an RDN, I see both risk + opportunity:
🍎 Families need affordable and nutritious options
📊 Retail + school leaders must align cost with wellness
How do we stretch food dollars w/out shrinking nutrition?
#SchoolLunch #RDN #FoodSystems https://storebrands.com/consumers-seeking-money-saving-school-lunch-options
School lunch is more than a meal—it’s a system of culture, equity & health.
USDA’s inclusion of Indigenous & local foods shows how policy, procurement & nutrition align.
🍎 Today’s trays shape tomorrow’s citizens. #RDN #Leadership #FoodSystems https://www.griffindailynews.com/news/national/more-than-a-meal-why-school-lunch-remains-a-cultural-battleground/article_938af086-34cb-58b9-8feb-b4270734d277.html
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