Dear Doctors: I am 84 years old and just got a new doctor. When I asked her about the prostate exam my previous doctor did every few years, she seemed dismissive, saying, “ Oh, we don’t do that anymore.” Is this a personal choice by the physician? I worry about missing an important diagnosis.
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Recipe courtesy of “Joy of Eating” Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes
Cool winter days and their cold, crisp air call for a quick warmup in the form of a classic combo: soup and sandwich. Next time you need warmed up from the inside out, go for a homemade pairing that brings together a cheesy handheld and hearty minestrone.
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Cooler weather arrives just as prime entertaining season heats up. Those who will be hosting gatherings soon can expand their recipe repertoire to feed guests and keep them satisfied. Borrowing some flavors from the season can make entertaining festive and even more flavorful.
Serves 6 to 8 3 to 31/ 2 pounds pumpkin 6 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 3- inch piece of fresh ginger root, grated 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/ 2 teaspoon ground turmeric Pinch of cayenne pepper 4 cups vegetable stock Salt and ground black pepper 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Fresh cilantro leaves, to garnish
The focus for home chefs hosting during the holidays is often centered around the big feast, but if you’re welcoming guests for an extended period or just looking to fuel your immediate family for the festivities, eggs are the perfect partner for cracking holiday cooking and entertaining.
Recipe courtesy of John Kanell (@PreppyKitchen) on behalf of the American Egg Board Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 55 minutes Servings: 10
Dear Doctors: I’m a 33- year- old woman in good health. The problem is that I got into some bad habits during the pandemic and gained weight. I’m back on track with diet, and now I am adding exercise. I remember reading that the time of day that women exercise makes a difference. Is that true?
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