06/15/2026
🌟 HappyHealthy Staff Spotlight 🌟
Meet Mary Bennamon, a Nutrition Educator serving Kemper and Lauderdale Counties! Mary has worked in nutrition education for over 20 years and enjoys connecting with people in her communities. She says her programs are well loved and appreciates the relationships she has built over time with participants and families.
Mary’s journey into nutrition education began when a coworker encouraged her to attend a training, where she discovered how much she enjoyed the program. That moment led to a career where she has been able to meet new people, form lasting connections, and make a difference in the lives of others.
One of Mary’s favorite lessons to teach focuses on the digestive system, where she helps youth better understand how their bodies use the food they eat. She enjoys seeing participants learn from both successes and mistakes, and one memorable moment for her was working with a foster grandparent group where participants learned by observing real-life examples.
Mary believes healthy living should begin early in life and values helping participants build habits that support long-term health. She enjoys simple, home-style meals like baked chicken, cabbage, and macaroni and cheese, and encourages others to feel confident preparing meals at home.
Outside of work, Mary enjoys taking time to relax, whether that’s sitting in her recliner or spending time with others. She looks forward to continuing her work by reaching even more adults and helping her community build healthier lifestyles.
💚 “Healthy living should start early in life.”
