Karen Hanson
Karen Hanson is a dietitian for the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment. Her role is to promote sound nutrition practices and education for the public. She is a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Exercise Physiologist through the American college of Sports Medicine. Karen and her husband have been married for 38 years and enjoy spending time with their grown children and grandchildren.
The Replacements
By Karen Hanson on August 7, 2017
We all enjoy sugar, butter and salt, but these foods can wreak havoc on your nutrition goals. Not to mention, some ingredient swaps are necessary for people with special dietary needs due to food...
Power(ful) Bowls
By Karen Hanson on May 9, 2017
Although they won’t help you gain super-human strength or special powers such as invisibility, power bowls can help you get fit and stay fit — a feat within itself. “You can place several of your...
Go Ahead, Dine Out
By Karen Hanson on February 9, 2017
If you’re watching what you eat and a friend asks you to eat out at a restaurant, you don’t have to say no. Discovering healthful options at a favorite restaurant is possible if you plan ahead and...
9 tips for a healthier lifestyle
By Karen Hanson on October 11, 2016
These nine tips are small ways you can make your lifestyle a bit healthier and help you create habits. These habits will build upon themselves and create a strong platform for a healthy you. Wear a...
Make your anti-resolution
By Karen Hanson on October 11, 2016
We’ve all tried to make resolutions. Whether it’s to lose weight, eat fewer sweets or get more sleep, this year you should throw out the idea of a resolution. It’s so last year. Be anti-resolution...
Karen's Tips
By Karen Hanson on August 24, 2016
FOODS THAT FREEZE BEST Uncooked proteins such as beef, chicken, pork and fish Fresh carrots, root vegetables, zucchini, squash, onions and celery Bread, rice and pasta (cooked or uncooked)...
Freezer Meals
By Karen Hanson on August 24, 2016
Fall is here and Kansas families are heading back to school after a lazy summer. If you’re looking for a way to save time while putting healthy, nutritious food on the table, consider freezer meals...
Grilling summer fruits and vegetables
By Karen Hanson on May 20, 2016
TEMPERATURES Grill at 350 to 425 degrees F. (medium to medium-high heat). KEEP IT SIMPLE For veggies, use olive oil, salt and pepper — or any spice blend or favorite marinade — to season. While...
