By Aparna Mele February is all about hearts, and not just the candy kind. It’s also National American Heart Month, a 56 year tradition to increase awareness of, and keep families and communities free from heart disease, the No. 1 killer of Americans. This month reinforces the importance of heart health. Consider this: cardiovascular disease, … Continue reading Love Your Heart
From Sarah Schiear, creator of Salt House These nachos will score a touchdown at your game day party, and are tasty enough for both a victory celebration or a devastating blow; plus healthy enough to feel guilt-free. They have the same mix of creamy and crunchy as traditional nachos, but with healthier alternatives to tortilla … Continue reading Mediterranean Nachos
By Aparna Mele MD Pears aren’t just sexy with their hour-glass shape. They are filled with juicy and delicious sweetness and come in at least ten different varieties with a unique texture and aromatic fragrance. A focus for artists, chefs, and the health conscious, pears are full of goodness and very healthy for the body, … Continue reading Sexy Pears
By Aparna Mele Hot peppers are a great way to add flavor to your recipes, but we now know that they may have a surprisingly positive effect on your health too. Hot peppers, like jalapeños and chills, are rich in a component called capsaicin, a fiery substance which gives you that scorched burning feeling in … Continue reading Spice In Your Life For Longevity
Beets with Pecorino, Pecans, and Shishito Peppers Source: bonappetit INGREDIENTS 2 pounds mixed small or medium beets (such as Chioggia, red, and/or golden), scrubbed 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling Kosher salt 4 sprigs thyme ¼ cup red wine vinegar 8 shishito peppers ⅓ cup pecans ¼ small red onion, very thinly … Continue reading Beets with Pecorino, Pecans, and Shishito Peppers
Submitted by Redner’s Markets’ HealthCents Baked Pear Trail Mix Prep time: 20 minutes Servings: 16 Ingredients: 2 medium Green Anjou pears, unpeeled, diced into small pieces (about 1/2 inch) 1 tsp. lemon juice 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1 cup almonds 1 cup cashews 1 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup peanut or almond butter 3 Tbsp. … Continue reading Baked Pear Trail Mix
By Aparna Mele, MD We are what we eat. And we are plastic! That’s right, plastic! A recent study found that globally, people are consuming traces of environmental plastic contaminants which include polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and other synthetic substances. Although their effect on human health is still unclear, some evidence suggests that these microplastics, less … Continue reading What’s New In Our Poo?
Is your garden overflowing with zucchini? Are you trying to hold onto the last vestiges of summer? Then look no further than this recipe which combines pina colada and zucchini! Happy Indian Summer!! Submitted by Tina Kutz Source: Sharon Rydbom from Tipton; 1st Place Winner of 2002 PA Farm Show “Simply Delicious” Vegetable Quick Bread … Continue reading Piña Colada Zucchini Bread
By Aparna Mele, MD EMBRACE TOMATOES! There is more to eating tomatoes than just their fantastic and fresh taste. In fact, they happen to be great for your health! Beyond being incredibly versatile and the fact that they can be prepared in seemingly endless number of dishes, tomatoes are full of health-enhancing properties and should … Continue reading Shakshuka
Submitted by Tina Kutz Ingredients for the base and crumble topping: 1 cup all purpose flour or whole wheat pastry flour ¾ cup old-fashioned oats ½ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup packed brown sugar ½ tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp salt ½ cup unsalted butter that is melted 1 large egg yolk 1 tbsp packed brown … Continue reading Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars
