Wellness
At Margaret Mary Health, we understand serving our community means actually getting out into the community, beyond the walls of our hospital, to meet the needs of area families.
Eat Well. Live Well.
At MMH, we’re committed to helping you live a healthier life. That’s why, effective Monday, June 25, you’ll notice a new labeling system in the Café that promotes healthier food choices. To help you identify which foods are best for you, all items will be labeled using our Go-Slow-Whoa system below. If you have questions or would like to provide us with feedback on the labeling system, email us at dietitian@mmhealth.org.
Eat these foods most often. They are lowest in calories, added sugar and sodium.
Eat these foods sometimes. They are higher in calories, added sugar and sodium.
Eat these foods least often. They are highest in calories, added sugar and sodium.
| Food Type | Red | Yellow | Green |
| Entrees (Meat or Mixed Dish) |
> 500 calories > 600 mg sodium |
300-500 calories 360-600 mg sodium |
< 300 calories < 360 mg sodium |
| Burger/Sandwich/Pizza | > 650 calories > 900 mg sodium | 350-650 calories 600-900 mg sodium |
< 350 calories < 600 mg sodium |
| Side Items |
> 250 calories > 360 mg sodium |
100-250 calories 140-360 mg sodium |
< 100 calories < 140 mg sodium |
| Soup |
> 350 calories > 800 mg sodium |
200-350 calories 480-800 mg sodium |
< 200 calories < 480 mg sodium |
| Cereal |
> 200 calories > 10 g sugar & < 3 g fiber |
< 200 calories > 10 g sugar, < 3 g fiber |
< 200 calories < 10 g sugar, > 3 g fiber |
| Snack Foods (ie. chips, desserts) |
> 250 calories > 30 g carbohydrate |
150-250 calories 15-30 g carbohydrates |
< 150 calories < 15 g carbohydrate |
| Beverages |
Regular soda, drinks with > 50 calories/serving |
2% milk, flavored nonfat milk, drinks with < 50 calories/serving, 100% juice | Water, unsweetened tea, nonfat milk, diet soda, drinks with < 40 calories/serving |
| Protein Cups (egg, cheese, meat salads) |
> 250 calories > 4 g sat fat > 600 mg sodium |
200-250 calories 2-4 g sat fat 230-600 mg sodium |
< 200 calories < 2 g sat fat < 230 mg sodium |