Pumpkin is a fall favorite! It’s loaded with the antioxidant beta-carotene which the body converts to vitamin A for eye health. Current research indicates that diets rich in foods containing beta-carotene may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer and protect against heart disease.
Quick Guacamole
1/5 of an avocado (1 oz. serving) has 50 calories, 4.5 gm fat and nearly 20 vitamins and minerals. Although avocados have more fat than any other fruit, they are heart-healthy mono and polyunsaturated fats that may help reduce cholesterol levels and heart disease risk when consumed in moderation.
On the Path to Good Health
It’s well established that eating well is important for your overall health. Here are a few ways to make healthy eating fun and interesting:
Broiled Salmon with Gingery Cucumber Salad
Want to incorporate more fish in your diet? Try this recipe for a tasty yet healthful meal!
Medical Misconception: Handwashing
Each month we set the facts straight regarding a popular health and wellness myth.
This month’s misconception: Warm or hot water is the best to use when washing hands
Strawberry Chia Smoothie
Chia seeds have a mild, nutty flavor and can easily be added to salads, cereal, rice dishes or yogurt. Chia seeds are an excellent fiber source, heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids and a good source of protein.
Inside Carroll Hospital: Breathing Space
In order to help our employees decompress during their shifts, Carroll Hospital recently opened an Associate support room called “Breathing Space.”
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Cool Cauliflower Salad
Cool cauliflower salad is a healthy, lower calorie alternative to calorie-dense pasta or potato salad.
My Time as a Junior Volunteer
During my sophomore year at Winters Mill High School, I’d heard about the opportunity to become a junior volunteer at Carroll Hospital. At first glance, I assumed that volunteer work would focus around nursing and other work typically done in the health care field. This assumption was very far off.