The U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned the dye known as Red 3 from the nation’s food supply in January, setting deadlines for stripping the brightly hued additive from candies and cough syrup, baked goods and frozen treats. The agency said it was taking the action because studies ...
Here is a recipe for Heavenly Hummus. The recipe is taken from my upcoming book, “The Dieting Doctor — A Memoir in Essays and Recipes.” Enjoy! Hummus, a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, is traditionally enjoyed either as a meal or alongside other salads. Street cooks and restaurants chefs present their hummus artfully as a circular spread on a plate encircling perfectly spiced chicken or lamb shawarma. Vegan versions feature hummus garnished with spices such as paprika, turmeric, and cumin, and drizzled with tahini sauce or olive oil. For an authentic experience, ditch your ...
Being a parent is challenging these days, with our offspring exposed to all manner of dangerous germs and internet dangers. Our children’s health is understandably important and when they have problems, most parents want to resolve the issue. But what if it’s a mystery? The sudden development of a painful foot can lead a parent to desperation. Why would a 10 year old suddenly be unable to run without pain? This is exemplified by the story of William, an active and energetic young man who loved to run and play, enjoying sports of all sorts. You know the type; he was generally the ...
“No regrets, Coyote. We just come from such different sets of circumstance. I’m up all night in the studios and you’re up early on your ranch,” – Joni Mitchell I spotted him as he walked slowly toward me down a snow-covered road, the rusty and tawny colors of his coat glowing warmly in the afternoon sun. He briefly lifted his nose to sniff the wind coming from my direction before he jumped over a snowbank in front of him, plunging his front feet into the soft, fresh snow around a stand of balsam firs. He disappeared almost immediately into the woods. I closed my eyes to ...
It’s either time -- or nearly time -- to start seeds indoors for the upcoming growing season, depending on where you live. But what about starting them outdoors, despite the frozen ground, whipping winds and, perhaps, snow cover? I’m gearing up to sow tomatoes, beets, herbs and zinnias, ...
ISHPEMING — Recently, a man and woman were charged with financially exploiting an 87-year-old Rochester Hills man by fraudulently gaining his legal power of attorney. Kirk Lanam of Hartland is accused by the state Attorney General’s Office of embezzling over $400,000 for himself and ...
