Winter Holidays

December 19, 2019

How, When and Where to Get Care during the Holidays

Spread cheer this holiday season – not germs! We hope you have a happy and healthy holiday – but if you find yourself in need of medical care this Christmas, New Year or any day in between, don’t think twice! With Mission Health, you can get care online or in-person – even during the holidays. […]

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December 18, 2017

Healthy Holiday Recipe – Roasted Curried Cauliflower

Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor. Try these out with your friends and family this holiday season, and “Seasonings Greetings” to you and yours! Roasted Curried Cauliflower Ingredients 1 head cauliflower, broken into large florets, or 2 packages of frozen cauliflower florets 2 tsp olive oil ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp curry […]

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December 12, 2017

Healthy Holiday Recipe – Orange Rosemary Chicken

Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor. Share this tasty meal with your friends and family this holiday season, and “Seasonings Greetings” to you and yours! Orange Rosemary Chicken Ingredients 6 (4 oz each) skinless chicken breast halves 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced 1-2 tsp olive oil 3 tsp fresh rosemary, minced 1/8 […]

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December 1, 2016

Healthy Holiday Recipes – Maple Glazed Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice and Cranberry Pecans

When it’s cold outside, warm up your insides with hearty and healthy dishes like Maple Glazed Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice and Cranberry Pecans. Ingredients 4 lb Acorn squash, fresh 1 Tbsp Pure maple syrup ¼ tsp Kosher salt 1/8 tsp Ground black pepper 2 Tbsp Olive oil, canola blend 1½ cup Long grain wild […]

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December 1, 2016

Healthy Holiday Recipes – Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries and Walnuts

When it’s cold outside, warm up your insides with hearty and healthy dishes like Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries and Walnuts. Ingredients ¾ lb. Brussels sprouts 1 Fuji or Gala apple, peeled, cored and finely chopped 2/3 cup dried cranberries ½ cup chopped walnuts ½ tsp kosher salt 1/8 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup […]

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November 29, 2016

Healthy Holiday Recipes – Garlicky Farro with Sautéed Mushrooms

When it’s cold outside, warm up your insides with hearty and healthy dishes like Garlicky Farro with Sautéed Mushrooms. Ingredients 1 cup farro, rinsed and drained 3 cups water 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided 6 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, destemmed and sliced 6 cloves garlic ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley ¼ […]

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November 28, 2016

Healthy Holiday Recipes – Turkey and Cranberry Stew

When it’s cold outside, warm up your insides with hearty and healthy dishes like Turkey and Cranberry Stew. Ingredients 2 tsp canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 large carrot, cut into bite-size pieces 1 rib celery, cut into thin slices 1 parsnip, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces (optional) 1 medium sweet potato or […]

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November 17, 2016

Diabetes and the Holidays – Survival Strategies to Help Keep You Healthy

Most of us who struggle with weight issues or the concept of healthy eating know that the majority of the battle takes place in the mind. During the holiday season there is so much mental and emotional pressure centered around meals and social eating that we often give in and eat far more than we […]

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November 30, 2015

Healthy for the Holidays: Strategies for Handling Essential Tremor

By Dr. Duff Rardin, MD Between 7 and 10 million Americans suffer from essential tremor (ET). There’s such a wide gap in the number because many of those affected have never been seen and formally diagnosed. The holiday season is filled with travel and excitement, plus a fair amount of stress.  It’s important for those dealing […]

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