Today's topic probably won't effect you, ever, in your life--BUT you are bound to know someone who might benefit from this information--If not today, one day. "Pill in the pocket," refers to the drug FLECAINIDE which can (in some cases) be used to reverse atrial fibrillation (a-fib). It's called "pill in the pocket," because studies done with this drug have patients take the … [Read more...] about “Pill in the Pocket”
Archives for January 2011
Soup, Again?
Here's the "doctored" up recipe for Bean and Split Pea Chowder with Gardein Chicken that I will be serving tonight. The original recipe called for real chicken and of course can be made that way, if you must... 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 cup finely chopped onions 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced 2 celery ribs, diced 2 tablespoons of chopped flat leaf parsley 1 … [Read more...] about Soup, Again?
Loser is a Winner
WOW. Last night's episode of Biggest Loser packed A LOT in and this morning I feel that there is much to write about, but little time before the work day calls me away from the computer. As the show opened, we got to finally meet the new trainers, Cara and Brett. Ok, the rumors I read on the internet weeks ago, were true. They are both great to look at though clearly … [Read more...] about Loser is a Winner
Plato. He Knew.
"Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it." -Plato Imagine that Plato knew this simple truth so many lifetimes ago. Somethings just don't change. Without MOVEMENT, we might as well lay down and invite illness in. I choose saving and preserving my good condition. Hopefully … [Read more...] about Plato. He Knew.
“I Have a Dream”
Good morning to you, on this day that we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, a peace aspiring man, who believed in a dream that his "four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” Thank you, Dr. King, for dreaming of peace and equality. You make us all better human beings and … [Read more...] about “I Have a Dream”