There is something very special about family for people with diabetes—it’s a lifelong diagnosis and family members will often stand beside you for your lifetime,” says Dr. Jan Hux, chief science officer for Diabetes Canada. She adds that while not everyone may have biological family members
Ingredients 1 ½ cups small lentils, such as Pardina or Puy (12 ounces), or use any size green or brown lentil 1 medium onion, halved, plus 2 bay leaves and 2 whole cloves Kosher salt and black pepper 4 or 5 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced 3/4-inch thick 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more […]
You’re looking for a baking project—one that’s impressive but attainable. And while you could whip up a regular lemon meringue pie, might we suggest you make Erin McDowell’s lemon pie with blueberry meringue? Come on, look how pretty it is. The light-as-air topping gets its lilac hue from—surprise—freeze-dried blueberries, which you can pick up at […]
Thinking about requesting accommodations for your arthritis at work? Only you will know best what accommodations might be helpful and possible at your workplace, but here are some common types of “asks” to get you brainstorming. Flexible work hours Some jobs require you to work at a particular time, but in many workplaces the hours […]
Mistakes to avoid along the way By Caroline Tapp-McDougall Your parent’s well-being is linked to stability and routine in this area—and your stress can be reduced with qualified home healthcare professionals by your side. Finding a reliable and qualified care provider or home helper for your relatives requires research. The best advice I can give […]
This tapas pizza recipe is made with Mahón-Mencora cheese, mini naan breads, and fresh veggies for a delicious bite-sized appetizer. Ingredients 2 cups Mahón-Menorca cheese +/- 8 mini naan breads sauce (pizza sauce, pasta sauce, pesto, olive oil, or alfredo) ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced ¼ cup red onion, sliced ¼ cup mushrooms, slice Directions […]
Ingredients 3 pounds bone-in lamb stew meat or lamb neck, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed 1 ¾ cups lamb or chicken stock 5 ounces (1 cup) dried apricots 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed 2 large onions, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon tomato paste ½ teaspoon […]
Learning about tough times from our elders By Pat Irwin The days of COVID-19 will be remembered by images—long-term care residents at the window, masks, social distancing and hoarding of toilet paper. Challenging indeed! Insurmountable? Not at all—just ask a senior! Canada’s Depression and War Babies (1930-1947) are known as a very hardy breed of […]
After months of stress it’s hard to imagine our world ever going back to the way it was. But carry on we must … for our families, our patients, ourselves and all those dreams that have been put on hold. Even as difficult times continue and many in our circles still face challenges of separation […]