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Creamy Turkey Wild Rice Soup

If you are looking for something to do with the leftover turkey, this recipe is a wholesome option you will look forward to having again and again. You can substitute cooked chicken for the turkey.   Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cups chopped leftover turkey, white and dark 2 cups sliced mushrooms 1 yellow onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, chopped 3 celery stalks, chopped 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 6 cups chicken broth 1 cup wild rice blend 1 tbsp fresh finely chopped sage (or 1 tsp dried - optional) 2 tsp lemon juice 1 cup cashew milk or whole milk Directions Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, cooking for 2-3 minutes until mushrooms...

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The Science Behind an Apple a Day

The Science Behind an Apple a Day Nancy A. Palermo MD Everyone knows the saying” An apple a day keeps the doctor away” but current research into the power of food shows there are real reasons this powerful fruit might just reduce your doctor visits. Apples are nutritional power houses providing 4 gm of fiber, Vitamin C, and K but more importantly one apple can provide 22% of the phenolic antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that help to neutralize free radicals in the body which can lead to tissue damage. Getting sufficient antioxidants is associated with reduction in cancer cell proliferation, reduction in damage to our DNA, reduction of lipid oxidation and cholesterol reduction leading to reduction in cancer and heart disease. One medium size apple contains less than 100...

More Evidence to Support Primary Prevention in Breast Cancer

More Evidence to Support Primary Prevention in Breast Cancer Dr. Nancy A. Palermo MD A landmark study published in BMJ of Oncology by researchers at the University of Edinburgh looked at the impact of 29 cancers in individuals ages 14 to 49 in over 200 countries over 30 years. The data was disturbing as it showed a 79% increase in the incidence of cancers in individuals less than age 50 over the 30-year period. This accounted for over 3.26 million cases. The researchers postulated that it is not genetic factors contributing to this increase but rather environmental factors like our diet high in processing and added sugars, alcohol use, smoking, physical inactivity, obesity, and environmental toxins and influencers. Our genes have not changed in the past 30 years, but...

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Cauliflower Stir Fry

Enjoy fresh vegetables and savory sauces in this Cauliflower Stir Fry recipe, where tender cauliflower florets take center stage in a deliciously wholesome and quick-to-prepare meal. Stir Fry Ingredients: 5 cups cauliflower florets 1.5 cups snow peas 2 T Avocado or coconut oil 2 garlic cloves cut into thin slices ¼ t salt 1 t Kashmiri chili powder 1 t garam masala ¾ t garlic powder 2 T fresh coriander leaves Stir Fry Sauce: 1 t Maple Syrup ¾ T tamari ¾ T apple cider vinegar Directions: Mix together salt, chili powder, garam masala, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Add oil to stir fry pan. Add garlic and cauliflower. Cook over medium heat until florets are softened. Reduce heat. Sprinkle with spice mix and mix well....

The Undeniable Health Benefits of a Plant-based Diet

By Nancy Palermo Lietz, MD “The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will instruct his patient in the care of the human frame in diet and the cause and prevention of diseases. “ Thomas Edison Americans have an obsession with nutrition, diet, and weight loss. Countless books on the subjects hit the bestseller list, only to be replaced by the next publication in print. It should be no surprise that Dr. Colin Campbell’s book, The China Study, quickly hit the bestseller list. His epidemiologic project demonstrated thousands of associations between dietary factors and disease. The most relevant finding, however, was that those individuals who ate the most animal-based foods had the most chronic disease. More importantly, his findings launched thousands of studies in nutrition that...

Motivation: What Can a Costa Rican Diet Teach Americans About Health?

In this week’s Motivation, Dr. Palermo talks about the healthy lifestyle of people living in Costa Rica and South America. Did you happen to catch our cooking class on the 19th as we focus on the cuisine and lifestyle of Costa Rica and Central America? If not, stay tuned for upcoming cooking classes that will teach other healthy cuisine from around the world! ...

Healthy Non-Dairy Queso

Dive into a guilt-free delight with our Non-Dairy Queso recipe. This creamy, plant-based dip offers rich flavors without the dairy, perfect for both taste and health-conscious snackers. Ingredients: 3 Medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 Cups raw cashews soaked for 2 hours minimum and up to 8 hours, drained and separated into 3/4 cup and 1 1/4 cups 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped, and 1 medium tomato chopped, or 1 can of drained Rotel 2/3 cup nutritional yeast flakes 1 Tbls onion powder 1 Tbls garlic powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chipotle chili powder or chili powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika Direction: Boil carrots for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drain and...

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Creamy Basil Dressing

This Creamy Basil Dressing is great on salads and summer veggies! Ingredients: 1c cashews, raw and unsalted (water for soaking cashews) 1/2 cup oat milk (can sub other unsweetened plant milk) 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cups fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 T lemon juice 1/2 T onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp salt Instructions: Cover the cashews with hot water and soak for 30min  Discard the soaking water (cashews can also soak overnight). Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor -- drained cashews, milk, oil, spices, basil leaves, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice. Blend on high for about 3 minutes until everything is creamy and smooth.  (You can add a little extra milk or olive...

Soba Noodle Ramen Bowl

Experience pure comfort with our Soba Noodle Ramen Bowl recipe. Enjoy a delectable fusion of Japanese soba noodles and a healthy dressing packed with flavor! Soba Noodle Ramen Bowl 7 oz soba (buckwheat noodles) 1 bunch cilantro (¼ cup leaves picked off) 2 green onions, chopped. 1 T toasted sesame seeds 2 chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional) 1 napa cabbage sliced in ½ inch slices. ½ cup shredded or julienned carrots ½ cup peeled edamame ½ of a red pepper sliced thinly 2 garlic cloves minced. 1-inch piece of fresh ginger minced. For dressing: 1 T avocado oil 3 T toasted sesame oil 1 t crushed red pepper. 1 T honey 3 T soy sauce 1 T mirin or sweetened sake Directions: Bring water to a...

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