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June 2011

What to Do with Unusual Veggies

Fennel bulb; What to do with Unusual VeggiesIt's almost summer, which means local Farmer's Markets and CSA packages are teeming with delicious early vegetables. But what do you do with garlic scapes? (And who knew they were even edible!) Nutritionist Sarah Van Riedt helps demystify those unique veggies and offers suggestions for how to prepare them. Read more
 

Stay Positive and Laugh: Catherine's Story

Cathy Lybarger; Staying Positive in the Face of CancerWhat does a cancer tumor look like? For Catherine, a glass artist and breast cancer patient, it has three eyes and long legs. See how she used her art as a way to stay positive and make others laugh as she was undergoing treatment, and meet Catherine in words and pictures. Read her story and watch the slideshow
 

American Family Children's Hospital Named Among Top 50 by U.S. News

Kids in circle; American Family Children's Hospital Named Among Top 50Recently, U.S. News and World Report ranked American Family Children's Hospital among the Top 50 in the nation for seven specialties. Learn what it means and why it's important. Read more
 

Cooking Outside the Box: Fish Tacos 

cooking outside the box; quick pork vindalooUnlike traditional fish tacos, Chef John's recipe uses tilapia and a unique twist -- pan-seared salsa. In less than 15 minutes, you can enjoy a light dish that is perfect for a summer evening. Watch Chef John prepare the dish
 

What Do the New "Choose MyPlate" Dietary Guidelines Mean for You? 

Cutting veggies; The new dietary guidelines explainedHave you seen the headlines about the USDA eliminating the food pyramid in favor of the new, more simplified, "Choose MyPlate" method? UW Health Dietician Kelly Nuckolls helps explain the change and what it means for you and your family's health. Read more
 
 

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