Health food enthusiasts sing the praises of kale and quinoa. You’ll be joining the chorus when you make this nutrient-rich and easy recipe. If you’ve never cooked with quinoa before, you’re in for a treat. It is a nutritious, protein-packed whole grain that is used much like rice. Many people use it as a substitute…
Thaw out with this easy to make and hearty winter soup. Beans serve as the main ingredient, adding important nutrients, including fiber and protein. Be sure to rinse the beans to decrease the amount of sodium in your soup. 5-ingredient pesto bean soup Makes 8 servings 3 15.5-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 2-3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 3 tablespoons Parmesan…
Crockpot Chicken Salad Makes 6 servings 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (look for local, organic or antibiotic/hormone-free if available) 32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth (or enough to cover chicken in crockpot) 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon dried dill New to MyNortonChart? Sign up now. It’s free. Visit NortonHealthcare.com/MyChart to…
For a healthier diet, the Daniel Plan urges you to forget counting calories and instead look to improve the quality of the food you eat. That means less math and more enjoyable food at meal time. This recipe adds a nutty twist on a classic chicken wrap, giving you extra protein and flavor. Make this…
A striking work of architectural art glass will define Norton Cancer Institute – Brownsboro’s first-floor meditation room when the comprehensive cancer center opens this November. Dubbed “The Falls of the Ohio,” this unique creation evokes feelings of strength and peace. It serves as a bold, curved “exterior curtain wall” that anchors the center as a…
Hollywood fad or potential game-changer for people with epilepsy? The ketogenic (keto) diet could very well be both. In recent years, celebrities and fitness bloggers have touted the keto diet as a quick way to lose weight. But as far back as the 1930s, the keto diet has been used as an epilepsy treatment. Maureen…
For many people, three of life’s scariest words are, “You have cancer.” According to Adam D. Lye, M.D., the good news is that advances in research, technology and treatment are taking away some of that fear and providing real hope. “Immunotherapy and targeted treatments have the potential to revolutionize the way we care for oncology patients,”…
Norton Healthcare has introduced three new features to monitor and keep track of your health 24/7 through MyNortonChart. MyNortonChart gives you convenient online access to portions of your medical record. Whether you’re at home, at work or on the road, you can view your lab results, schedule appointments, refill prescriptions, communicate with your provider and…
Madeline Clem, a former member of Norton Healthcare’s Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program and a Norton Scholar, knew she wanted to get into the medical field but didn’t know she wanted to be a nurse until she gave birth. Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program The Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity to learn and work directly…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone over 6 months old get a flu shot before the end of October. “You need to get vaccinated now because it takes two weeks after getting the flu shot for your body to be protected,” said Evan M. Davidson, M.D., Norton Community Medical Associates…
Tad D. Seifert, M.D., neurologist and director of Norton Healthcare’s Sports Concussion Program, stands at a podium in front of about 40 athletic trainers representing different high schools and colleges across Louisville and Southern Indiana. The athletic trainers join a discussion about a National Football League (NFL) concussion case study, talking through the case and…
Women who need care for all types of breast health issues will find new options in northeastern Louisville at Norton Breast Health Center on the Norton Brownsboro Hospital campus. The new center will begin seeing patients Oct. 15 and will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care and services from one convenient location. In addition to offering fast…