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Get Your Flu Shot!

It’s that time of year again. School has started back. The leaves are changing. Cold weather is around the corner. If you haven’t already, it’s time for you and your family members to get the flu shot! Peak flu season is typically December through February, but it can begin as early as October and last through May. For this reason, it is recommended that you receive the vaccine around October. Keep in mind, it takes 2 weeks for the vaccine to become fully activated. Although many people shrug-off the flu, it’s actually a dangerous and deadly illness. Last year, the CDC estimated that around 600,000 people were hospitalized due the flu and around 45,000 people died from it. For this reason, it’s important to protect yourself and those around...

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Healthy Pumpkin Granola

This high-fiber granola is perfect for a cozy fall breakfast or snack! Plus, it’s Vegan and Gluten-free. Ingredients: 3 Cups of Gluten-Free Rolled Oats 1.5 Cup of Pecans 3 TBS of Flaxseed Meal 2 TBS of Almond Butter ½ TSP of Sea Salt 1 TSP of Pumpkin Pie Spice ½ Cup of Coconut Oil ¼ Cup of Pumpkin Puree ½ Cup of Maple Syrup of Agave Nectar Instructions: Pre-Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.Mix together oats, pecans, flax, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.Over low heat, mix together almond butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree.Combine the warmed ingredients with the liquid and mix together.Spread the granola over a sheet pan.Bake for 30 minutes or until crunchy, mixing occasionally.Let it cool.Enjoy! ...

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Why Should You Prep for a Colonoscopy?

The American Cancer Society[1] recommends that individuals with an average risk for colon cancer begin regular screenings around age 45. One of the most commonly utilized colon-cancer screenings is a colonoscopy. Colonoscopies are often dreaded by patients because of the required preparation which involves consuming a “bowel cleansing agent” which clears your colon in a few hours.  When your colon is empty, doctors have a better view of your colon and can more easily detect polyps or tumors. The texture and flavor of bowel cleansing substances have come a long way over the years. Below are some tips to make your next colonoscopy-preparation more tolerable: Flavors: Many patients report that if they suck on a lemon slice immediately after taking a sip of the liquid, the flavor is more pleasant. Also, sucking...

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Butternut Squash and Apple Bisque

Butternut Squash and Apples Two perfect ingredients to use for fall cooking. This Bisque combines both to make a velvety treat that is great to share around the dinner table! Makes 8 servings Prep Time: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Butternut Squash (about 1 1/2 lbs) 3 Tart Apples 1 small white onion 2 quarts (8 cups) chicken stock of broth (vegetable stock is a suitable replacement for vegetarian diets) 2 slices white brea 1/4 teaspoon rosemary 1/4 teaspoon majoram 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper crushed black pepper to taste 2/3 cup heavy cream (or thin cashew cream) Peel squash and scoop out seeds. Cut into 2-inch pieces. Peel, core and coarsely chop the apples. Peel and chop the onion. Combine squash, apples, onion, rosemary, marjoram, chicken (or vegetable) stock, bread, salt and pepper in a large pot. Bring to...

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eStatements are back!

Watch your inbox for an email from Sensenbrenner Primary Care, Subject Line “Statement: Sensenbrenner”. The email contains a link with your statement and a link to pay. ...

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