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Mary O'Hara

Mary O'Hara is the Healthcare Marketing Manager at GA Foods. Mary communicates how nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle through blogs, emails, and presentations. She enjoys learning new recipes and preparing healthy meals for her friends and family!
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Managing Diabetes in Senior Adults

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Nov 2, 2016 11:06:13 AM

When caring for seniors with diabetes, it is important to focus on nutrition. A diabetic diet needs to be packed with nutrient-rich foods including vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Having regular meal and snack times is also important in order to manage their blood glucose levels.

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Topics: Senior Health, Diabetes, Healthy Home Delivered Meals, Healthy Meals for Seniors

The Negative Effects of Added Sugar

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Oct 26, 2016 12:44:53 PM

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Topics: Senior Health, Healthy Meals for Seniors

Age Well by Eating Well

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Sep 28, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Proper nutrition is the key to aging well, and it has many health benefits. The vitamins and nutrients in food can help you fight diseases, boost your energy and help you sleep better.

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Topics: Nutrition, Malnutrition in Elderly, Senior Health, Healthy Home Delivered Meals, Nutrition Care, Advice from Dietitians, Affordable, Healthy Foods, Healthy Meals for Seniors

Five Memorable TV Dinner Moments

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Sep 7, 2016 11:00:00 AM


September 10th is National TV Dinner Day, a day that celebrates the convenience of pre-portioned meals.

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Topics: Fresh vs. Frozen Home Delivered Meals, Nutrition, Healthy Meals for Seniors

How to Prevent Roaches and Other Pests in Your Dining Facility

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Jul 27, 2016 11:00:00 AM

With so many people relying on your facility for their daily nutrient needs, any evidence of pests can be devastating. Implementing sanitation procedures and creating an unfriendly environment for pests such as roaches, can help you keep things running smoothly and your clients fed.

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Topics: Facility Safety

Millennials vs. Seniors: How Sleep Needs Change As We Age

Posted by Mary O'Hara on May 25, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Our guest blogger, Lisa Gonzalez, has had years of experience with volunteering in nursing homes and organizing local senior activities. Realizing that this was her passion is what got her involved with ElderCorps.org, a resource geared towards the care and well-being of the aging population.

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Topics: Senior Health

Can the foods we eat impact our mental health?

Posted by Mary O'Hara on Mar 24, 2015 10:00:00 AM

This week we welcome our guest blogger, Felicity Dryer. 

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Topics: Nutrition, Chronic Disease Management, Senior Health

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