We all hope that discussing a health issue with a physician will result in an accurate conclusion as to diagnosis. With appointments so often being limited to 15 minutes (or less!), it’s important that you play your part to avoid misdiagnosis.
Step 1 – Speak up. Be curious and ask questions. Don’t be afraid to ask “What else could this be?”
Tell us about a time when you think asking questions really made a difference for you in getting an accurate diagnosis.
Delicious tomato sauce to put over your favorite type of pasta! Add various types of mushrooms to the sauce for a yummy twist!
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Preparation
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What an amazing quote: “You are the chief executive officer of your body.” – Carmen Gorniak, a registered dietician out of Green Bay.
There are folks who think in numbers; those who think in pictures; those who think in sentiments; and those who think in terms of office heirarchies. For those of you who respond to terms like CEO, CFO, COO, CTO – you name it – this one’s for you. You’re at the helm of your own health!
Okay we all know exercise is good for us. Good for the body, good for the mind. It’s February and snow and ice can prove discouraging for even the most enthusiastic exercisers. But don’t let the weather get in the way of you connecting with your body and your health. Tell us what you do to keep active every day through these lovely winter days – inside or out.
By Francesca Arminio
When you have a family, a job, and a life to juggle, your own health can sometimes get put on the back burner. You may feel that caring for yourself falls to the bottom of your list of things to do throughout your busy day and that if you do take the time out that you are being selfish.
The truth is, YOU ARE NOT!
How can you possibly stay on top of that list of yours if you’re not at your best? Taking care of your physical, mental and emotional needs is not selfish. Good self-care means you’ll have more of yourself to share with others. If you do not take care of yourself, others will have that job in the future.
A Fabulous Five: Tofu, kale, onion, sweet potato and ginger! All cancer fighting foods and all in this awesome recipe!
yield: Makes 4 servings
active time: 20 minutes
total time: 30 minutes
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Preparation
Cut tofu into eight 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange on paper towels; drain 10 minutes. Spread both sides of each slice with mustard.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and ginger; sauté 1 minute. Add kale, sweet potato, and lime juice. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until potato is tender and kale is wilted, about 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in another large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu; cover and cook until heated through and crisp, about 2 minutes per side (some mustard seeds may fall off tofu).
Arrange kale and sweet potato mixture on plate. Overlap tofu slices atop vegetables and serve.
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Five ways to create healthy recipes so you can still eat the food you love but eat healthy at the same time !
Dr. Oz shows us how we can reduce our risk of hormone-dependent cancers like breast, ovary, uterus and prostrate with a fun tour of the local grocery store:
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/anti-cancer-diet?sp_rid=NDA3Mzk3NDUwNwS2&sp_mid=2166738
A great Tuna main course! What side dish recipes can you think of using cancer fighting ingredients?
yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
active time: 30 min
total time: 1 3/4 hr (includes marinating)
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Preparation
Heat miso, mirin, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and whisk in mayonnaise, then cool to room temperature.
Put tuna in a sealable bag (or nonreactive shallow dish). Pour marinade over tuna and marinate, chilled, at least 1 hour.
Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas).
Thread tuna onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece. Put on a tray.
Generously oil grill rack, then grill skewers, turning once, until just pink in center, about 4 minutes total. Let stand 5 minutes.
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There’s new research pointing to the notion that coffee consumption may reduce a person’s chances of developing basal cell carcinoma. Remember to keep up with all your good sun protection practices, but this is cool too.
Take a look: http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=150874#
