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Baked Endive and Apples with Gorgonzola
Endive is a leafy green that isn’t used all that often. While several different varieties are available, Belgian endive is what’s often found in the grocery store. This veggie has a unique taste; it’s sharp and bitter when raw, but when cooked, it sweetens and develops a complex flavor. Endive is also an excellent source of vitamin A, containing 14% of your daily needs; Folate, 39%; and Manganese at 20% of daily needs. It is also high in vitamin K — at 220% of your daily values. Keep this in mind if you are on an anticoagulant (blood thinner) such as Warfarin or Eliquis. Vitamin K, which is found in many leafy greens, acts as a coagulant. That is not saying don’t eat dark leafy greens. But the important takeaway here is to eat a consistent amount of these veggies day to day, and let your doctor know if you plan on changing your intake.
Make the Most of the Fall Harvest
Mindy Athas, outpatient dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in oncology nutrition, shares a host of fall nutrition tips and resources.
Cinnamon Sweet Potato Smoothie
Looking for a new way to use sweet potato? Try out this delicious and healthy smoothie recipe that tastes like sweet potato pie!
Seasonal Fall Produce
I don’t know about you, but fall is my favorite season of the year! Nothing beats a cool evening by the fire as we drink some hot apple cider and enjoy the company of our loved ones. Autumn also brings great seasonal vegetables that are packed with nutritional value and are delicious too!
Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Acorn squash is a fall favorite that is delicious roasted. It makes a great vessel for other yummy ingredients like quinoa and cranberries! Enjoy!
Pumpkin Chili
Adding pumpkin puree to spicy chili provides a smooth texture and a boost in vitamin content. It’s a great way to sneak one more veggie into your dinner!
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Here’s the perfect snack to enjoy after carving a jack-o’-lantern. Pumpkin seeds are plentiful and a nutritious alternative to high fat snacks.
Fight the Flu this Fall
Carroll Hospital saw hundreds of cases of the flu last year, with the first confirmed case in September and the last in June.
The best way to prevent getting the flu is to receive a flu vaccine. But did you know that you should wait until after October 1 to get your vaccination?
Protect Your Bones from Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a medical condition that affects nearly 54 million Americans today. All adults are at risk of developing this disorder, which causes the gradual loss of bone density and strength, as they get older. Osteoporosis can easily lead to broken bones and, since you can’t feel your bones weakening, it is known as a silent disease.