On October 6, the physician assistant (PA) profession celebrated its 50th birthday. It’s hard to believe that what is now a well-established, 120,000-person strong medical profession originally began as a pilot program at Duke University with just four students, who graduated on October 6, 1967. The original goal of the new program was to expand a physician’s […]
I had the privilege of taking care of a lovely lady who really meant a lot to me. I felt so bad for her because she wasn’t much older than me, and after years of being (admittedly) non-compliant with her diabetes, she had now been admitted with stage 5 renal failure. She came in only […]
This clever twist on pizza is a great way to get that extra serving of veggies while still keeping things flavorful. View a printable version of this recipe. Prep Time: 15 m | Total Time: 45 m INGREDIENTS 1 large head cauliflower 2 large eggs 1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan 3 […]
Recently, I took care of an elderly woman who had recently moved to North Carolina from New York in the past year. She had moved here a couple of years prior, and in her old age, she wanted to be closer to family. From Homesick to Feeling at Home I asked my patient how she […]
‘Tis the season for all things pumpkin-related! Recently, WakeMed dietitian, Parul Kharod, was featured in the Cary Magazine’s fall food article on pumpkin and its many nutritional benefits. Definitely check out the article in Cary Magazine’s September/October issue, out on stands now. Below, we’ve re-posted Parul’s original recipe. Give it a try at your next lunch […]
The summer isn’t over just yet! Cool down with this super easy, healthy cucumber recipe. *Bonus – You can purchase locally grown, fresh cucumbers at the WakeMed Farmer’s Market. Our last Farmer’s Market is Tuesday, August 29th! View a printable version of this recipe. Prep Time: 10 m | Total Time: 20 m INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 […]
On Monday, August 21, 2017, all of North America will be treated to a solar eclipse. Depending on where you live, you may experience a total eclipse, where the moon will fully cover the sun for a few minutes. Click here to see if you’re one of the lucky ones who live in the “path […]
Green beans are one of the most versatile legumes around. Eat them raw, add them to salads, casseroles, side dishes and more. Below, we provide three different green bean recipes, plus a BONUS recipe – all of which you can make in a snap! View a printable version of these recipes. Green Bean Casserole Bundles Prep […]
Rich in vitamins and phytochemicals such as lycopene, tomatoes are nutrient-dense and offer numerous health benefits. Check out the following recipes – there’s definitely more than one way to slice a tomato! View a printable version of these recipes. Peach-Tomato Salsa Prep Time: 12 m | Total Time: 12 m INGREDIENTS 1 ripe peach, peeled, pitted, […]
There’s more than one way to eat okra. Not only is okra low in calories, it’s also packed with fiber and is rich in potassium, vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid and calcium. This makes it the perfect veggie to help keep your heart, liver, blood sugar and digestive system running strong. Below are a […]
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