A tasty Mediterrean dish that’s easy to make and easy to eat: Chicken with white beans
If you're looking for something that doesn't take long to make and is good for you, try this recipe for chicken with white beans.
That amazing day a robot went to see a robot show
What does a seven-year-old do when her entire first-grade class is going on an exciting field trip to the Portland Science Center and she has to stay home?
Recognizing abnormal bleeding: On the Morning Report
We all have special clotting factors in our blood. When we get injured, the factors help stem any bleeding. Sometimes, a factor is missing or not working right.
Like kale? Then this recipe for pasta with kale pesto, chicken and roasted tomatoes is for you
Want to improve your health? Eat kale. I tried it once and didn't like it. Turns out it wasn't cooked properly. We've got the skinny on how to do it right.
Sweet potato soup with a satisfying little bite to it
Today, we're cooking up some sweet potatoes. So good tasting. And as a source of nutrition, they pack a wallop.
Oh baby! When is it ok to start feeding your infant solid foods?
Times and health recommendations change but questions from new parents about what, when and how to feed their infants are timeless. Catching Health has answers.
von Willebrand: the bleeding disorder you may never have heard of yet it’s the most common
A history of nosebleeds and heavy periods could be a sign of a common bleeding disorder called von Willebrand disease.
A rare genetic disorder that causes short stature and ear infections: On the Morning Report
Sharon Rose Vaznis and I talk about a rare genetic disorder found in girls called Turner syndrome.
Try this tasty and simple-to-make healthy recipe for spinach feta frittata
Every week, Catching Health offers up a new healthy food and a recipe. How about spinach feta frittata? Learn how to make it and why spinach is good for you.
20 things to know if you love someone with dementia
I've learned a lot about loving someone with dementia. A big one is that you need to let go — of a lot of things — and try your best to enter their world. Here are a few tips that have helped me with my mother.
Thinking about having a baby? Here’s the latest on fertility, pregnancy and prenatal testing
Thanks to over-the-counter home testing, a woman can find out if she's pregnant even before she's missed her first period.
How a remarkable young man made a difference for other kids in the hospital
Nick Mitton just turned 13. I think he's remarkable because he raised $2400 for a child-size recliner for The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital. His story.
Lentils. Low in calories, high in nutrition. And wicked easy to cook, never mind eat!
Want to connect in your kitchen with a prehistoric human ancestor from the Neolithic period? Cook up some lentils! They cheap to buy and full of protein.
Five killer stress busters that made me a better mother (At least I’d like to think they did)
Sometimes we don’t realize the effect that stress can have on us. We all have our own ways of coping. I learned some good strategies when my kids were young.
Love your dog? Make sure to keep your Valentine’s Day chocolates out of reach
Some dogs (and people) will eat whatever is put in front of them. And while some foods may seem like tasty treats, they could do far more harm than good. Chocolate, for instance, can be deadly. […]
Learning to drive (safely) again after having a stroke
Scott Anderson was only 60 when he had a stroke in early 2013. “I was cutting a banana,” he told me when we spoke on the phone recently. “All of a sudden something happened. I tried to say to my wife, ‘I think something’s wrong,’ but I couldn’t say it right.” His wife called 911 [...]
A recipe for Roasted Cauliflower with Red Chile, Cilantro and Lime
Chiles are low in calories and high in nutrients. All that heat is also good for you. See why and try a delicious recipe for roasted cauliflower.
Resolutions a failure? Three revealing questions to ask yourself right now
Did you make resolutions? Are you still going strong? If you are, more power to you! It takes a focused person to be successful in a world full of distractions.
Over 65? In agony because of joint pain? Take a look at the advances in joint replacement surgery
People with severe joint pain have treatment options that weren’t available even 10 years ago. The primary goals are still: relieve pain and increase mobility.
Hosting a Super Bowl Party? Make sure the food you serve is safe to eat
Credit: Creative Life Changes Super Bowl 50 is here! The most important game of the season. It’s also supposed to be the most watched annual television program in the United States. Last year a record 114.5 million people tuned in. Will you be hosting a Super Bowl party at your house? That’s [...]
Mixing dietary supplements and medications? Beware. It’s a recipe for danger
You might not think it’s a big deal, but even the most common supplements, like a multivitamin, can cause problems when taken alongside certain medications.
Your risk of inherited cancers: On the Morning Report
Women are often asked about a history of breast or ovarian cancer on their mother’s side. They should know about their father’s family as well. I learned some important information from genetic counselor Jessica Cary. Watch as Sharon Vaznis and I discuss the issue on the Morning Report. […]
Try a new healthy food. This week it’s mangoes
Mangoes are nutritionally rich with unique flavor, fragrance and taste. Delicious and healthy! We've got a great recipe you can try.
If you were in the hospital, think your kids would feel helpless? See how Super Jonny copes
In 1998, Simone Colwill was diagnosed with Crohn's disease and spent a lot of time in the hospital. She wanted a book that would help her kids. It didn't exist.
Sick and tired of, well … everything? Slow down and explore the surprising benefits of t’ai chi
If you look at the research, you'll discover that practicing t'ai chi can do you a world of good. From improving balance to helping to relieve pain.
Tips for a healthy diet: On the Morning Report
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to lose weight? How are you doing? If you’re having some trouble and are tempted to follow a fad diet, listen to what I learned from registered dietitian Jenny Babino. Sharon Vaznis and I talk about some dieting dos and don’ts on the Morning Report. [...]
Try a new healthy food: This week it’s avocados
John Turrell, the Wellness Coordinator at the Greater Portland YMCA, wants us to try a new healthy food every week. Up next — avocados. We even have a recipe.
What is your family’s risk of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer? You have to look at the male side, too
2.3 million women in the US may be at risk for breast and ovarian cancer because of family history. 90% of people who are at increased risk for hereditary cancer have no idea.
Want to get fit without working out? Step to the tune of these audacious women!
Every week these women strap on their tap shoes and dance, dance, dance! They're all over 60.
How Becky Sawtelle declared victory over her demon and lost 130 pounds
In 2012, at the tender age of 41, Becky Sawtelle reached a life-changing decision. She tipped the scales at 272 pounds — she’s only 5′ 3″ tall. Her body mass index (BMI) was 49. Anything over 30 is considered obese. […]
Try a new healthy food. This week it’s Greek yogurt!
John Turrell, from the YMCA of Southern Maine, wants us to feel healthier and be a little adventurous, so he’s encouraging us to try nine new healthy foods.