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The Bounty of Carroll County Summer Produce
The official start to summer is just a week away. On June 21, the summer solstice, we enjoy the most daylight of the calendar year. The sun reaches its most northern point in the sky at noon, and there are plenty of warm days ahead for the sun to provide the needed energy for local fruits and vegetable to flourish!
Grilled Corn & Avocado Salad
Mix it up and try something new at your next barbecue! This grilled corn and avocado salad is a refreshing alternative to traditional, mayonnaise-laden summer salads.
The Family Birthplace Expansion
The Family Birthplace is growing! Daniel Kirsch, M.D., chief of OB/GYN at Carroll Hospital, shares the latest on the unit’s renovation and expansion. Read More
Grilled Shrimp with Grape Salsa and Pearl Couscous
Although grilled shrimp and couscous, a quick cook pasta, make a perfect combination, you wouldn’t think to combine with grapes but the flavors blend very well for a refreshing and healthy seafood meal!
Medical Misconception: Vision Myths
Each month we set the facts straight regarding a popular health and wellness myth.
This month’s misconception: Activities that damage your eyesight
Chances are you have heard one of many myths about hurting one’s eyesight through the years. In honor of Healthy Vision Month, we are debunking three common vision myths.
Lemony Linguine with Spring Vegetables
This meatless pasta meal pairs whole wheat pasta with peas, artichoke hearts and lemon for a refreshing change from tomato-based sauces! Add chicken, shrimp or salmon for a satisfying meal ready in about 30 minutes!
Making Home Safe for a Stroke Survivor
Stroke affects everyone differently. A stroke can leave a survivor with difficulties in their speech, cognitive skills, vision and mobility. However, with time, patience and hard work, many are able to regain some of their previous abilities and can lead fulfilling lives.
Oven-Roasted Asparagus
Something is to be said for simple! This oven-roasted asparagus recipe is a great companion side for any protein. It is an easy and fast way to add fiber to your meal with little effort.
Dirty Dozen™ and Clean Fifteen™
More and more Americans are demanding food free of synthetic chemicals and pesticides. The availability of organic foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, has increased significantly over the past decade, helping to drive down cost as more farms choose to grow organic due to demand.