April 2025: Stress Management
Chronic stress can contribute to feelings of anxiety and depression, issues with high blood pressure, a weakened immune system, sleep disturbances and digestive issues.
Chronic stress can contribute to feelings of anxiety and depression, issues with high blood pressure, a weakened immune system, sleep disturbances and digestive issues.
Best Practices for Preventive Care - April 2025
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 20 oz. can pineapple (crushed or chunks) 2 oz. water Directions Coat frying pan with nonstick cooking spray and set heat to low. Once the pan heats up, add chicken. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook uncovered until chicken begins to brown, then add pineapple and water. Cover chicken and cook until chicken is tender. Serve over rice. Nutritional information...
Regardless of personal goals, protein is a macronutrient essential for body function.
Best Practices for Preventive Care - March 2025
Ingredients: ⅔ cup walnuts (coarsely chopped) ½ cup red onion (finely chopped) ½ cup red bell pepper (chopped) 10 oz. water-packed chunk tuna 15.5-oz. can garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained) 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp. fresh parsley (chopped) 4 cups romaine hearts (shredded) Directions Place the walnuts, onion, bell pepper, parsley, tuna and garbanzo beans in a large bowl and mix lightly. Whisk together the lemon juice...
A heart-healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of heart disease, and small changes can make a difference.
Best Practices for Preventive Care - February 2025
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils (dry) 5 cups water 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 Tbsp. onion (finely chopped) 1 cup canned low-sodium tomato sauce ½ tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. salt ¼ tsp. black pepper 1 bay leaf 1 celery stalk (chopped) 2 Tbsp. vinegar Directions Sort the lentils. Place the lentils in a deep pot with water. Bring to a boil and add all ingredients except vinegar. Reduce heat and cover. Cook slowly for...
Visiting your PCP (Primary Care Provider) for an annual checkup is a simple-smart and essential step to staying healthy.