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07/02/2025

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12/18/2023

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07/28/2018

Vegan Greek Salad with Tofu Feta
Vegan Greek Salad with Tofu Feta! The best salad for summer; packed with protein and fiber. A must make! Vegan & Gluten-Free.
Ingredients
Tofu Feta:
1 package of extra firm tofu (400 g)
2 tbsp white miso
3 tbsp water
1 lemon, juice (about 2 tablespoons)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
black pepper
Dijon Dressing:
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
salt/pepper
Salad Ingredients:
8 cups lettuce of choice (I used baby greens but chopped romaine would work as well)
2 large tomatoes, chopped
2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
1 15 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup kalamata olives, chopped
Instructions
For the tofu feta:
Drain and press the tofu for at least one hour. You can wrap the tofu in towels and place a heavy object on top or with a
While the tofu is pressing, whisk together the miso and water until smooth.
Combine with the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, nutritional yeast, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Cut the tofu into small cubes and toss with the marinade. Place in the fridge and marinade for at least 3 hours, preferably longer.
Make the dijon dressing:
Whisk together the dijon mustard, garlic clove and lemon juice until combined.
Slowly whisk in the olive oil until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Make the salads! Divide the lettuce, tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumbers and olives among 4 bowls. Top with tofu feta and drizzle on dressing. Serve immediately.

07/26/2018

Summer salad...can't wait to make this one.

Arugula, Watermelon and Feta Salad! The BEST salad for summer! Super refreshing, salty and sweet. A must-make vegetarian salad for the summer!

07/26/2018

Exercises for Women!

Maybe "Back Day" just doesn't have the same ring to it as Leg Day or Butt Day --- but seriously, it really seems like our back muscles get no love. Let's change that, shall we? Here are the best dumbbell exercises for your back -- and a great back workout that puts them all together.

07/25/2018

Squash & Corn Chowder

Makes 6 Servings : Active Time 45 Minutes : Total Time
45 Minutes

In this healthy corn chowder recipe, heavy cream is replaced with milk and flour-thickened chicken broth and we keep sodium amounts reasonable with lower-sodium broth. By making your own homemade creamy vegetable and corn chowder, you’ll save up to 300 calories, 20 grams of saturated fat and 500 milligrams of sodium per serving compared to many store-bought or restaurant chowders.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
3 cups diced summer squash
2 cups diced red potatoes
1 cup corn kernels
3/4 cup diced ham
Sliced scallions for garnish
Shredded pepper Jack cheese for garnish
Steps

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook, stirring frequently, until softened and beginning to brown, 3 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle flour, marjoram, salt and pepper over the vegetables and cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Add broth and milk; bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
Stir in squash, potatoes and corn; bring just to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
Add ham and cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve topped with scallions and cheese, if desired.
To Make Ahead

Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days, slowly reheat over medium-low or microwave on Medium power.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrients per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)

Calories 237
Total Fat 10g
Saturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 12mg
Sodium 737mg
Carbohydrates 28g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Total Sugars 7g
Added Sugars 0g
Protein 11g
Potassium 795mg
Diabetic Exchanges 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 lean meat, 1 1/2 fat

07/23/2018

Simple back exercise you can do from your chair or couch.

Be mindful of your body and move it every few hours

07/21/2018

Taking a Second Look at End-of-Life Medicare Health Costs
by: MDConnect Wellness Team, July 21, 2018
The trend is to allow more patients to die at home than in the hospital.
Researchers have taken aim at a common complaint about health care spending, especially publicly funded Medicare: that one quarter of it is spent on patients in their last year of life. While that assertion is true, the researchers say that it ignores the fact that in more than 9 in 10 cases, the patients were not expected to die in that short a time span.
“That one-quarter of Medicare spending in the United States occurs in the last year of life is commonly interpreted as waste,” research authors wrote in a report on a study of such spending published in the journal Science. “But this interpretation presumes knowledge of who will die and when.… Those who end up dying are not the same as those who were sure to die.”
Their evidence is based on the records of almost 6 million Medicare enrollees. Based on projected mortality rates depending on their physical condition, the records indicate that more than 90 percent of patients who ended up dying within a given year were actually more likely to live than to die.
In sum, the research authors wrote: “We find there are only a few individuals for whom … death is near certain.”
Instead of focusing on overall end-of-life costs, researchers urged, there should be a “focus on quality of care for very sick patients — identifying the impact of specific health care interventions on survival rates” as well as on their palliative effects.
We at MDConnect Healthcare couldn't agree more that end of life is about quality. You should make sure your family and friends understand what 'YOU' want at the end of life. To often, a loved one wants to keep someone at all cost, but in fact, it isn't what the patient desires, and is normally not a good quality of life. Update your plans and documents every six months to a year. Things change in your life.

07/20/2018

Don’t let the heat beat you down
By: MDConnect Wellness Team
With these 9 tips for preventing heat-related illness, your summertime workouts will do you good, not wring you out.
It’s summer, the season to get outside—and for many, the season to step up their fitness routine. Stay hydrated, acclimate yourself, and beat the heat during your summertime workouts
Which is a good plan: Everyone can benefit from being more active.
But if your workouts are taking you out into the heat and humidity, remember to fend off heat-related illnesses as you’re burning off calories.
To dig up some expert insights and tips on exercising in the summertime, MDConnect Wellness Team asked our own fitness workout trainers, Austin Cox and Xiomara Dudley (X-factor Fitness).
As temperatures continue to soar this summer across the globe, it made sense to dust off these solid suggestions to help you beat the heat.
Top tips to avoid overheating during your workouts:
1. Read your body
“Listen to how your body’s reacting during exercise out in the heat,” Hoeft said.
If you’re getting muscle cramps or you feel weak or dizzy, stop exercising right away and get cooled down. If you don’t, you could end up with heat exhaustion or even heat stroke, which can cause brain damage and death.
“Here in Florida in the summer we have to pay special attention to the humidity,”Cox added. “Humidity doesn’t allow our sweat to evaporate as easily, so we’re storing that heat inside of our bodies, in our core, and it’s harder for us to bring our body temperature down.”
2. Stay hydrated
“Drink plenty of water, especially if you know you’re going to be exercising in the heat,” Hoeft said. “This is the best way to prevent heat-related illnesses.”
Start hydrating a few days before a big workout, and drink at least 20 ounces of water a few hours before. Then have another glass 30 to 60 minutes before the workout, and hydrate periodically while exercising. Replenish your body with a sports drink after the workout.
“You’re losing electrolytes from sweat, so a sports drink can help replace the sodium and potassium,” she said.
3. Wear light, breathable clothing
Choose fabrics that wick away perspiration and dry quickly, Xiomara said.
Clothes made from lightweight “performance” fabrics will help your body cool off as you exercise. And avoid wearing black, which absorbs more light and heat than white or light colors.
4. Acclimate yourself
If you exercise year round, give your body time to adjust to changes in climate.
“It can take 10 to 15 days to really get used to the weather, so if you’re used to exercising inside, gradually work up your time and intensity outdoors,” Cox said.
5. Exercise in the morning or evening
It’s best to avoid working out in the middle of the day, when the heat risks are greatest. But if you have to be out in the heat of the day, take lots of breaks.
“Summer is the time for sports camps for high schoolers,” Cox said. “Many get into football, where they’re wearing all the equipment and they’re exercising in the midday. In those instances we really need to make sure that when they have a break they take their helmet off, take their pads off and let their body breathe and cool down.”
6. Adjust your workout to the day
“On hot, humid days you’re not going to be able to go 100 percent—you won’t be able to do as intense a workout as you might like,” Xiomara said.
So make adjustments. This might mean going to the gym, where it’s cooler and less humid.
7. Avoid caffeine and alcohol before exercising
“Alcohol and caffeine are dehydrators,” Hoeft said, “so we definitely need to avoid them before exercising. Focus more on water or sports drinks.”
Avoid sugary sodas for the same reason.
8. Consider your health conditions and medications
If you’re on medications or have a medical condition, it’s always important to talk to your doctor before working out, especially in the heat.
9. Protect yourself from the sun
“This might not be something you think about when you go out for a run,” Hoeft said. “So you throw on a tank top and shorts, but you forget to wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.”
Of course, exercising in the shade is a great option if it fits your workout.