1 mango - diced1 avocado - diced2 medium tomatoes, diced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced½ cup chopped fresh cilantro3 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon saltDash of pepper2 tablespoons fresh lime juice¼ cup chopped red onion3 tablespoons olive oil In a medium bowl, combine the mango, avocado, tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and garlic. Stir in the salt, lime juice, red onion, and olive oil. To blend the flavors, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving. ...
By: Tyler J. Hyslep, PA-C Shingles can have a significant impact on quality of life. Luckily, there is a vaccine that can prevent it. First, let’s get to know what shingles is. Shingles is a reactivation of the Chicken Pox Virus. Per CDC, 99% of Americans born before 1980 have had chickenpox even if they cannot recall having it. Once we get chicken pox, it remains dormant in our bodies and can reactivate as shingles. Shingles is more likely to occur in people who have a weakened immune system, have had a recent illness, or have significant stress. Shingles can also happen without any known triggers. Symptoms include a painful, blistery rash that will affect only one side of the body. If the rash crosses...
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - cut into 4 thin slices (cutlets)2 large egg whites2/3 cup seasoned whole wheat dry bread crumbs about 1 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp butterjuice of 1 lemon1/4 cup dry white wine1/2 cup chicken broth2 tbsp capersSliced lemon - for servingSalt and pepper to tase Directions: Season chicken with salt and pepper Pound chicken w/ a meat tenderizer until about 1/4" thickIn a small bowl, beat the egg whites until fluffyDip each chicken breast first in the egg, then bread crumbs. Heat skillet on medium low Spray the top of the chicken generously to coat and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until cooked through. Set aside until you make the sauce.For the sauce, clean the saute pan. Over medium-high heat, melt butter, add the lemon juice, wine, chicken broth and the reserved lemon halves, salt,...
Bread of choice (we love Ezekiel bread!)2 eggs1 cup coconut milk (canned is great!)1 tablespoon honey1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract1/4 tablespoon cinnamon 1/4 tablespoon of nutmeg2 cups of chopped strawberries (with additional honey and cinnamon) Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, honey, vanilla, and spicesOver medium heat, begin to heat up some butter in a shallow skilletWhile the butter is melting, dunk your bread in the egg mixture on both sides until totally coated. Place coated bread in the skillet and cook on each side for about 2 minutes or until golden brown.After you finish the french toast, you can make a nice strawberry sauce by simple mashing the strawberries, a bit of honey, and cinnamon in a small bowl. It's delicious!Optional: top your french toast with strawberry sauce, greek yogurt, some chopped...
By Lori Blanchard Eaton Social media has increased public interest in a class of medications called GLP-1 agonists. Celebrities and other influencers are posting on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram about losing weight with prescriptions for medications like Wegovy, Saxenda, Ozempic and Mounjaro. I admit I’m not a big follower of social media, except maybe an occasional post to family and friends or searching for good humored posts about dogs or a new recipe. However, our culture is significantly influenced, good and bad, by social media. In light of these new weight loss trends, I thought it would be timely to make use of this month’s Beyond the Bedside blog post to provide a medical perspective on obesity and weight loss. Obesity is a medical diagnosis. It is...
3 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, chopped2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped3 celery stalks, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 lemons4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth1 package frozen tortellini1 (6-ounce) bag spinach Direction: In a medium-sized dutch oven, add your oil, onion, and garlic. Simmer until the onions are translucent.Add your carrots and celery and saute for 3-5 minutes.Sprinkle in your salt and pepper.While your veggies are cooking in the dutch oven, juice your lemons in a small bowl. Also, zest one of your lemons.Add the zest into your dutch oven.Add the broth and tortellini and bring to a boil.Boil until the tortellini is cooked through - about 5 minutes.Reduce heat to low and add in your spinach and lemon juice.Serve with grated parmesan! ...
By: Lori Blanchard Eaton, NP-C Were you watching the NFL playoff game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals on January 23? If so, you may have witnessed Damar Hamlin, a healthy athlete, collapse on the football field from a rare cardiac event. Fortunately, responsive CPR on this otherwise healthy athlete led to a successful recovery. Timely CPR saves lives and I’m thankful this outcome has turned our attention to its value and the value of emergency responders. This nationally televised event has piqued an interest in protecting all athletes and the American Heart Association is advocating to ensure educational programs are in place. In recognition of American Heart Month and the beginning of SPC's monthly blog, Beyond the Bedside, let’s discuss the importance of protecting...
Sometimes our health goals can seem like an unattainable and distant dream. It may seem nearly impossible to break away from your current, unhealthy lifestyle and start a new chapter. In light of American Heart Month, SPC wants to encourage you that it's never too late to start living a better life and to be a better version of yourself. Even if you feel like you are past your prime or you should have started making changes years or decades ago, it's actually never too late to turn a new leaf and finally start pursuing your health goals. We urge you to take this month to evaluate what goals you want to set and to finally take action to pursue them. Consider implementing these steps...
This delectable Mediterranean Couscous Salad recipe is the perfect side-dish or can be served as a main course and topped with your protein of choice! Ingredients: 2 Cups of Cooked Couscous1 Carrot1 Onion1 Golden Beet 1 Bunch of Parsley1/z ZucchiniLemon1 TBSP of Balsamic1/2 TBSP of Minced GarlicLemon1/2 Cup of Feta Directions: Chop up your carrot, onion, beet, and zucchini. Roast veggies in your oven for 25 minutes or until fork tender. Combine veggies with cooked couscous.In a small bowl, mix together your lemon juice, balsamic, garlic, and feta. Combine the veggie/couscous mixture with the dressing.Top with finely chopped parsley, extra feta, etc.Optional: serve the couscous mixture over a bed of salad greens and top with avocado and your protein of choice (grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp, etc.)Enjoy! ...