The word for “corn” is “succotash” from the native language of the Narragansett Indians. Originally from their word, msiquatash (broken pieces), succotash has become known as a mixture of different vegetables, especially corn, peppers and beans, and often served as a late-summer or autumn side dish.  I remember having it many a time in my…

Here’s a twist on an old and beloved recipe from our childhoods – sloppy Joes.  This one is vegetarian, almost no fat, and tons of flavor.  It takes about 15 minutes to make.  Serve with homemade sautéed potatoes, cole slaw, or tossed salad. Dr. Norris J. Chumley’s Sloppy Josephina’sServes 2 1 cup TVP (texturized vegetable…

Just because you may have time off today, and want to be really good to yourself, don’t abuse your body by overeating or bingeing.  Be good to yourself by eating really well. Stay on your food plan today, and all weekend.  Keep the vegetables up, and the carbs and fatty meats and dairy low.  Have…

Americans are eating about the same amount of vegetables and fruits that we did 10 years ago, according to a new study from the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention).  Other than the state of Idaho, the rest of the country stayed the same, or slightly decreased consumption of healthy living produce. Despite a…

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