Summer is here, which means healthier, lighter eating. These tasty, simple salad recipes are perfect for a cookout or family picnic all summer long. Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 package arugula 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 can drained, rinsed chickpeas 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil) ¾ cup low-fat [...]
As the weather begins to turn cooler outside, it’s a good time to warm your slow-cooker up and enjoy some hearty and healthy meals. Here are some simple crock pot recipes that are easy to make. Vegetable and Chickpea Curry Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups chopped [...]
Everyone loves the holiday season, but all of that tasty holiday food can do some damage to your waistline. So instead of deep-frying your stuffing and smothering your turkey in mayonnaise, try serving up these healthy alternatives with a dash of holiday cheer instead: Make your turkey the healthy [...]
Angel Food Cake Serves: 10 Light and delicious! Ingredients 1¾ cups sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup FODMAP Free cake flour, sifted 12 egg whites (the closer to room temperature the better) ⅓ cup warm water 1 teaspoon clear vanilla or almond extract * 1½ teaspoons cream of tartar Instructions [...]
By Robert Pedowitz, DO It’s tempting to turn to Dr. Google when seeking medical advice, but searchers should be wary: not all information found online is accurate. When it comes to your body, it’s best to seek the services of a medical expert. Here are a few mistakes you [...]
Corn Salad Serves: 4 Light and refreshing! Can be served as a classic summer salad or a cooling side dish. Ingredients 3 cups corn (cut from 3-4 cobs or frozen corn, thawed) ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ⅓ cup green onion, chopped -- be sure to use the [...]
Barley Risotto with Semi-dried Tomatoes and Basil Serves: 4 Ingredients 766g barley (pearl raw) 1 (330g) large brown onion (diced) 3 (35g) garlic (minced) 22g button mushroom (largely diced) 2.01 stock (chicken or beef) Salt to taste 2 tsp (6g) black pepper (cracked) 5 tbsp (120g) extra virgin olive [...]
Breakfast Burritos Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup green onion, chopped (green part only) 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced ½ pound bulk sausage (get one with no onion or garlic added) ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 7 eggs ⅓ cup [...]
By Troy Sukkarieh, MD Kidney stones are often the uninvited guests to the most significant days of our lives. Because they can strike without much warning, I’ve treated patients for kidney stones on their wedding day, graduation day, and even before – and during – their honeymoon. Unfortunately, kidney [...]
By Emily Bessemer, DPT, CLT-LANA Imagine suddenly feeling like you have to urinate at a crowded event, or urinating every time you cough or sneeze. For many women and men, this is a frequent concern that seriously impacts the quality of their lives. Whether caused by a medical issue, [...]
