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Beyond the Bedside: Protecting Your Heart

February 15, 2023

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...

It’s Never Too Late to Start

February 6, 2023

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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...

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

February 6, 2023

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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! ...

Ginger-Citrus Ice Cubes

January 10, 2023

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Are you feeling under the weather? Need an extra immune-boost? Try these simple ginger-citrus ice cubes. You can make these ahead of time to add to a cup of tea, your favorite seltzer, or even blend into a smoothie. The ginger in these ice cubes are a natural anti-inflammatory agent that can help soothe a sore throat or upset tummy. Give it a try! Fresh GingerHoneyFresh Orange Juice2 cups of water Grate the fresh ginger into a small bowl. Mix with fresh orange juice, honey, and water. Pour mixture into the ice trays and freeze! ...

Christmas Morning Casserole

December 6, 2022

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Ingredients: 1 pound of breakfast sausage10 pieces bacon, cooked and diced up9 large eggs2 1/2 cups of milk1 tsp ground mustard1 tsp salt1/2 tsp paprika1/2 tsp black pepper6 slices of sourdough, tear into pieces1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup shredded gruyere cheesesour cream, chives, etc (optional as a garnish) Recipe: In a skillet, cook and crumbled your breakfast sausage and set aside. Do the same with your bacon.Add eggs, milk, salt, dry mustard, black pepper and paprika to a large bowl and whisk until combined.Add bread pieces to bottom of a 9×13″ baking pan. Top with crumbled sausage, bacon, and 3/4 of the cheeses. Pour egg mixture over the top, using a wooden spoon to gently push any un-soaked bread down into the custard. Sprinkle with remaining...

White Bean and Sausage Stew

November 14, 2022

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1 Tablespoon olive oil1 onion, diced2 garlic cloves, minced3-4 carrots, sliced2 celery stalks, diced6 links of mild Italian sausage - remove the casings5.5 cups of chicken broth 2 cans of white beans (15oz), rinsed and drained3 large leaves of kale - roughly chopped into piecesSalt and pepper Heat the olive oil in a large pan and add the onion, celery, carrots, and cook until the onions are translucent and the other vegetables become tender. Add in the sausage - breaking it up into smaller pieces with a fork. Cook until the meat is browned and then toss in the garlic cloves, sautéing until aromatic. Drain the pan of any excessive fat.Add in the broth and beans and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the...

Pumpkin Protein Bites

October 17, 2022

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2 cups oats1/2 cup smooth peanut butter1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/4 cup honey1 tsp pumpkin spice2 scoops of protein powder (vanilla is preferable)2 tbsp dark chocolate chips (optional)Dust with extra cinnamon if desired Blend all ingredients in a food processor. Using a spoon, scoop out the mixture and roll into balls, dusting with extra cinnamon if desired! ...

Healthy Crockpot Apple Butter

September 7, 2022

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We are quickly approaching apple-picking season! In the greater Charlotte area there are several places to pick delicious apples. Try this delicious apple butter recipe that skips the unnecessary added sugar! Best of all, you can use your crockpot which is easy and mess-free. Ingredients: 10–12 sliced apples1 cup apple juice or cider1 teaspoon lemon juice1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp nutmeg1/4 tsp ground cloves1 tsp cinnamonPinch of salt Directions: Put all of the ingredients in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 10-12 hours.At 10 hours, once apples are fully cooked, soft, and brown, use an immersion blender or transfer to a normal blender to blend completely. Transfer the blended mixture back into the crockpot and continue simmering for an additional 2 hours until it reaches a thicker texture.Let cool, store in...

5 Minute Peach Fro-Yo!

August 10, 2022

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Ingredients: 2 Cups of Frozen Peaches1 TBSP of Lemon Juice3/4 Cup of Greek Yoghurt2-3 TBSP of HoneyAdd liquid as needed Directions Blend the ingredients together in a food processor using a spatula to scape the sides until it's blended and smooth like ice-creamServe immediately or you can transfer the mixture into a container and store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks ...

What is a Doctor of Osteopathy?

August 10, 2022

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Sensenbrenner Primary Care is pleased to welcome Dr. Eric Sensenbrenner to the practice as a new provider! He is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Sensenbrenner is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). What is a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)? DOs receive the same education and training as MDs with a focus on seeing wellness as a composite of mental, physical, and spiritual health. DOs also receive additional training in hands-on physical techniques called OMM to diagnose illness and promote healing. What is OMM or OMT? Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) or treatment (OMT) are non-invasive, hands-on physical techniques that adjust skin, soft tissue, muscle, and bone to diagnose illness and promote healing. For More Info: https://findado.osteopathic.org/difference/osteopathic-training ...