Mary Gregg, R.D.

Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
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Apr
25

What Can We Learn from the Japanese?

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

It seems that on a fairly regular basis another study comes out reporting about the increasing prevalence of obesity in the world.  The latest is from The Lancet, published in August, which reports that obesity rates have doubled in the … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Oct
26

Tracking the Non-Scale Victories

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

The rewards that come with weight loss are numerous, with just one of them being a lower number on the scale.  Many Nutrisystem members cheerfully report to our Counselors and on our Discussion Boards what we call Non-Scale Victories (NSV).  … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Oct
13

Breaking the Fast Food Habit

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

 I happened to review the meal plan recently with a new member and was intrigued when he stated that he was still going to fast food restaurants three times a day to supplement the Nutrisystem entrees.  He made separate trips … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Sep
28

Back To You!

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

The approaching fall season means a return to a more “normal’ schedule for many households, with vacations ending and children and teens returning back to school.  This transition can result in plenty of shopping, chauffeuring, school functions and homework assistance … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Aug
23

Sodium: Looking Beyond The Salt Shaker

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

The 2010 update of the government’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans was released early this year, as revisions to DGA take place every 5 years.  Getting the most attention – the recommendation for sodium.  For the general population, the guideline remains … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Jun
29

To drink or not to drink?

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

That is the question that comes up often from new members either on our Discussion Boards or with our Counseling Department.  “Can I have a drink while on the Nutrisystem program?”    A few members have reported that their doctor … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Jun
14

Pregnancy Weight Gain – Before and After Delivery

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

It’s not easy being a new mom.   With all of the responsibilities and stress that a new baby can bring to the household, there generally is not much time left in the day for the new mother to take good … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Apr
18

Meet Nutrisystem’s Newest Culinary Intern

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

Joining Nutrisystem for a 3-month internship is Max Sugarman, a culinary nutrition student from Johnson & Wales University.  I had the pleasure to chat with Max about his culinary training and to get some tips for our Nutrisystem customers. Mary: … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Mar
21

Could You Have Prediabetes and Not Know It?

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

It is estimated that about one-third of the individuals in the US with type 2 diabetes are not aware of it.  Likely a similar percent (or higher) of individuals with prediabetes are not aware of this condition either.  While the … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem
Feb
22

Restaurant Strategies

Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem

A frequent question on the Nutrisystem Support Board deals with dining out.  New members ask: “Can I eat out on this program?” or “What can I order at the restaurant where we are going for dinner tonight?’  Without seeing the … Continue reading →

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Posted By: Mary Gregg, R.D.
Director of Nutrition and Dietary Services at Nutrisystem