HEALTHY COOK

Overindulge Over the Holiday?

Give Your Stomach a Little TLC

by CAROL CORLEY

Foods can be our friend … or not, depending on health conditions. For some of us, certain foods can be a challenge to digest, and they can cause discomfort for hours if we aren’t careful. They tend to be spicy and higher in fat and fiber. Sadly, chocolate, coffee and alcohol can be problematic. And if you make a bad dietary choice, it can take 24-72 hours to get the food out of your system. Many foods are kinder to a tender stomach — bland foods like toast, white rice, sweet potatoes, bananas, applesauce, eggs, chicken, salmon tend to be gentle, according to Medical News Today. Additional foods that are easy on the stomach, according to Healthline, include canned or cook fruits and vegetables, white bread products, dairy (unless lactose intolerant). And for interest, sugar, honey, jelly, and marshmallows are acceptable. Nuts are also good for health and digestion, as long as you don’t overdo. Planning a diet for a sensitive stomach just takes a little thought. Sometimes eating more slowly and taking smaller portions is easier on digestion. Also, seeing a doctor is important, especially if you haven’t discussed this issue with your physician in the past or if you notice a change in your condition.

Chicken Stew

(Adapted from foodnetwork.com) Ingredients: Chicken thighs, 2 pounds, skin removed (can also use legs and breasts, if desired) Onions, 4 small, quartered Garlic, 4 cloves peeled Carrots, 1 pound, peeled and cut into chunks Potatoes, 1-1/2 pounds washed and cut into chunks Green beans, 2 handfuls trimmed Thyme sprigs Salt and pepper to taste Parsley (If desired, could also use parsnips and turnip peeled and cut) Directions: Using a large pot, combine all ingredients except parsley, potatoes and green beans, cover with cold water. Once it has boiled, reduce the heat to simmer, cooking until the chicken falls off the bone — about 1-1/2 hours. Discard any scum that comes to the top of the pot. Separate chicken meat from the bone using 2 forks, and replace meat in pot, discarding the bones. Add potatoes and cook until tender, then add green beans and cook to desired consistency. Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Decorate with fresh parsley.

Salmon

(Adapted from allrecipes.com) Ingredients: Salmon fillets with skin, 16 oz Vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon Garlic, 1 clove chopped Tarragon and parsley, fresh chopped, to taste Mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon Lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with foil, brush with vegetable oil and add salt and pepper to taste. Blend garlic, tarragon and parsley to create a paste. Combine mayonnaise, mustard and lemon juice into paste. Spoon spread over top and sides of salmon, and cook under preheated broiler set to high, about 8 inches from the heat source, and cook about 5 minutes or until well browned. Turn off broiler and set oven heat to 350F and bake about 3-4 minutes until salmon reaches 130F at its deepest part. It should flake easily with a fork.

Sweet Potato Casserole

(Adapted from delish.com) Ingredients: For sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes, 4 cups peeled and cubed Brown sugar, 1/2 cup Eggs, 2 large For topping: Butter, 8 tablespoons melted 2-1/2 cup mini marshmallows Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon Brown sugar, 1 cup Milk, 1/2 cup whole or as desired Pecans, 1-1/4 cup chopped Salt to taste Butter, 4 tablespoons melted Cooking spray Flour, all-purpose, 1/2 cup Directions: Cook cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot of water until tender. First bring water to boil, then reduce to simmer. Drain and cool, then place in large bowl. Stir potatoes with sugar, butter, vanilla, milk, eggs and salt until smooth. Place mixture in greased 9-13” baking dish treated with cooking spray. Meanwhile, mix flour, sugar, butter in a medium bowl, stir in pecans. Mixture should be coarse. Spread evenly over sweet potato mixture and top with marshmallows. Bake in an oven preheated to 350F about 30 minutes, or until golden. centralfloridahealthnews.com

Roan Cadavona,

ARNP, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner Ritu Aparajita,

MD, MRCS (Ed), MBBS

Vascular Surgeon Kollagunta Chandrasekhar,

MD, FACC

Cardiologist Cynthia Wolford,

ARNP, FNP-C, CHFN

Family Nurse Practitioner

K.S. Chandrasekhar, MD, FCC

…established his clinic over 20 years ago. He is well known in the community and trusted for his accurate diagnosis and compassionate care.

• Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine • Executive Director the Heart Function Clinic, Low Risk Chest Pain Center and the

Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital • President of Medical Staff for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital • Chairman of Cardiology for Lake Wales Medical Center • Clinical Associate Professor, FSU College of Medicine

Ritu Aparajita, MD, MRCS (Ed), MBBS

A Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon who earned her MBBS at University of Delhi,

India. She then completed a research fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center and a residency in general surgery at Staten Island University Hospital in New York, she completed her fellowship training in Vascular Surgery at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey. She’s co-authored more than two dozen journal articles. She was recently nominated for the American Medical Association Inspiration Award that recognizes physicians who have contributed to the achievements of women in the medical profession.

Cynthia Wolford, ARNP, FNP-C, CHFN

…is known for her passion to educate patients about Cardiovascular Disease.

With additional heart failure certifications, she promptly identifies areas of concern, prescribing medications or lifestyle modifications to treat parients in all stages of heart failure.

• Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner • Member of Staff for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital

Roan Cadavona, ARNP, FNP-C

…brings a high level of education and experience in Cardiac Catheterization,

Electrophysiology and working in the Cardiovascular Progressive Care unit. He serves a vital role in providing patients with optimal cardiovascular care through counselling and screening, as well as disease prevention and management strategies.

• Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner • Member of Staff for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus made a special visit to AdventHealth for Children, and they brought a team of nimble elves with them to help patients celebrate the holiday season. The annual Elf Rappel event featured Friends of the North Pole in the form of first responders from Orlando Fire Department and Orange County Fire Rescue Department. They brought fire trucks, tall ladders and rappelling gear to see children up close through the windows of AdventHealth for Children. This is the fourth year for the event.

photos by ADVENTHEALTH

POP QUIZ!

Celebrating Cervical Cancer Awareness Month With the Facts

Do you know what type of cancer used to be the leading cause of cancer death for women? The answer is cervical cancer. Thankfully, an increase in awareness and testing has led to a dramatic reduction in deaths from cervical cancer, but it is still a big enough threat that every woman should know how to protect herself from this highly preventable disease. Take our quiz and learn what you need to know to protect yourself, your family, and your friends!.

1. True or false?

The main causes of cervical cancer are the “high-risk types” of human papillomavirus, or HPV. 2. Which of the following are true about HPV?

A. It is so common that some doctors think it’s almost as common as the cold virus.

B. It can only be spread through skin-to-skin contact, or very rarely from mother to newborn.

C. It cannot be spread through toilet seats, hugging or holding hands, pools or hot tubs, sharing food or utensils, or being unclean.

D. All of the above 3. Which of the following are ways to prevent getting cervical cancer?

A. Get the HPV vaccination, for both females and males, before being sexually active, preferably between the ages of 9 and 12.

B. Get Pap tests done as recommended.

C. Getting regular screening tests with the HPV test.

D. All of the above 4. How often is it recommended that women age 21 and older get Pap tests to look for pre-cancers and cancer?

A. Every year

B. Every two years

C. Every three years

D. Every four years 5. When is it recommended for women to start getting the HPV test, which tests your cells that are collected for HPV, either in conjunction with or instead of Pap tests?

A. Age 21

B. Age 30

C. Age 45

D. Age 65 6. If a patient has a negative HPV test, what is the recommendation for how long until the patient needs another HPV or Pap test?

A. 3 years

B. 5 years

C. 7 years

D. 10 years 7. True or False?

There are many early symptoms of cervical cancer. 8. Which of the following are true about the HPV vaccine?

A. It provides close to 100% protection against infections and pre-cancers caused by certain types of HPV.

B. In use since 2006, over 100 studies have shown that it is safe and effective.

C. It is most effective when given to boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 12.

D. All of the above 9. True or false?

There are over 150 types of HPV, and since they can cause cancer of the cervix, throat, and genitals of both men and women, the HPV vaccine protects against many kinds of cancer. 10. True or false?

Cervical cancer can be cured easily when found early and treated, which is why routine testing is so important.

compiled by ERIKA ALDRICH / Information provided by The American Cancer Society and The Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC)

Cervical cancer is easily treated in its early stages.

True. for both girls and boys to get the vaccination. HPV can cause many kinds of cancer, so it’s important True. boys age 9 to 12. and effective, and it is most effective when given to girls and effective against the types of HPV that cause cancer, it is safe

All of the above. The HPV vaccine is almost 100 percent D. bleeding or discharge. develops that a woman might notice abnormal vaginal stages of cervical cancer. It is not until cervical cancer 10.

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8.

False. There are rarely symptoms that accompany the early another test. that is negative for the virus can wait five years until needing 5 years. It is recommended that women with an HPV test B. Pap test. HPV test starting at age 30, in conjunction with or instead of a Age 30. Doctors recommend women to start getting an B. pre-cancerous cells can occur every three years. every year, it is now recommended that Pap tests negative for

C. Every three years. While the original recommendation was 7.

6.

5. into cancer. cervical cancer or catch pre-cancerous cells before they turn screenings, whether with a Pap test or HPV test, can prevent D. All of the above. Getting the vaccination, and getting regular to-skin, it is most often spread through sexual contact.

All of the above. Since HPV is mainly spread through skin-D. HPV.

Most cervical cancers are caused by a high-risk type of True.

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