The kiwi, also known as the Chinese gooseberry, is a berry and February’s produce of the month. This tangy, sweet fruit is native to China and Taiwan. It’s packed with nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber. For the best kiwi taste, allow a firm kiwi to ripen at room temperature until its surface gives to slight pressure like a peach or avocado. Try it peeled on its own or as a salsa on fish or with tortilla chips: https://tasty.co/recipe/kiwi-salsa
Looking for new ideas for produce but need it to be quick and easy? Try Quick Pickling! Edgewood’s Chef Chris Crowley shows you how fast and simple it is to make delicious pickling recipes with only a few ingredients: Asian pickled green beans, turmeric pickled cauliflower and more! Here’s the video and recipes are attached: https://web.microsoftstream.com/video/49c1f422-12ca-4608-a9e2-8f51bc8efaba While you can certainly pickle broccolini, our produce of the month, try this sheet pan shrimp and broccolini- perfect for Lent! https://www.skinnytaste.com/sheet-pan-shrimp-with-broccolini-and-tomatoes/
When pain and limited movement prevents you from doing the things you love, joint replacement surgery can help you get your life back. If you’re thinking about joint replacement surgery, you can trust that today’s procedures are very different than years past. Today, patients don’t have to experience an extended hospital stay or a painful, slow recovery. Same-day joint replacement surgery performed by the Orthopaedic Institute at St. Elizabeth doesn’t require an overnight hospital stay. Our physical therapists and joint replacement specialists will have you up and walking shortly after the procedure. “Practically any joint replacement of the lower extremity…
A member of the cabbage group known for its edible buds, this month’s produce of the month is the small but mighty brussels sprout! These leafy vegetables are a great source of fiber and vitamin C at only 38 calories per 1 cup serving. The taste of brussels sprouts vary depending on how they are prepared. While slightly bitter, you may enjoy them shredded as an addition to salads or slaw. Or roast them for a sweet, nut, smoky flavor. Try this easy beginner roasted brussels sprouts recipe to get you started: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/67952/roasted-brussels-sprouts/ Or if you’re feeling adventurous and want…
Veronica and Sean Williams could not have imagined the events following a high heart rate alert from Veronica’s health watch. After mom-to-be and her partner notified their obstetrics care team via MyChart, it was recommended that they visit the Emergency Room (ER) for what they assumed would be a quick checkup. Little did they know, Sean would later be forced to answer the unimaginable question, “If we can only save one of them, mom or baby, who do you want us to save?” After receiving an electrocardiogram (EKG) in the ER, Veronica found herself being prepared to undergo an emergency…
Maybe you’re recovering from surgery – or perhaps you’re finally ready to tackle that nagging injury that’s giving you pain. No matter what your reason for pursuing physical therapy, it can positively impact your daily life. There is a little-known but helpful alternative for many physical therapy patients: aquatic therapy. This specialized form of physical therapy is aquatic-based, meaning it addresses each patient’s specific needs in the water instead of on land. St. Elizabeth Sports Medicine offers aquatic therapy at the Wilder, KY location – and they see up to 20 aquatic patients each day. “In the water, you weigh…
Now that spring has finally sprung, it’s time to spruce up the yard. One of the most well-loved springtime activities is gardening – but did you know that you can hurt your hand or wrist if you’re not careful? “Hand and wrist pain is common during repetitive activities like gardening,” says Sandy Stephens, Hand Therapist at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hand Therapy Center. “Taking the time to plan can help you prevent injuries or even long-term damage to your hands and wrists.” Ready to dig in and get started? Check out our top five tips for pain-free gardening this spring and…
An aneurysm is a bulge or widening in the wall of an artery – the so-called “highways” of the body’s vascular system that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to veins throughout the rest of the body. The body’s largest artery, the aorta, extends off the heart and runs through the chest down to the abdomen. When an aneurysm affects this key artery, it is known as an aortic aneurysm. Types of Aortic Aneurysms “An aortic aneurysm is defined as an increase in aortic diameter of 50 percent over the normal size,” explains Edward Caldwell, DO, a vascular surgeon with…
Roles of a Vascular Surgeon Vascular surgeons are specialists trained to treat conditions affecting the vascular system. This is the system of veins and arteries that carry blood throughout the body. It is also called the circulatory system. While the term “surgeon” is in their name, vascular surgeons do much more than surgery. “I think the term ‘vascular surgeon’ is somewhat outdated,” says Alexander Hou, MD, a vascular surgeon with St. Elizabeth Physicians. “I think we should instead be called vascular specialists. We offer not only surgery but also complete vascular care.” An Advocate for Vascular Patients Common vascular diseases…
During a stroke, every second counts. That’s why quick access to leading-edge stroke care can be a lifesaver. St Elizabeth Stroke Services is here for your diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation every step of the way. Stroke Warning Signs and Symptoms If you or a loved one are experiencing the sudden onset of any of the following symptoms, you know firsthand that it can be a harrowing experience. According to the CDC, almost 800,000 Americans have a stroke every year – and every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke in the United States. Stroke is also the primary cause of long-term…
