Pimento Cheese, Not Your Grandma's Spread

Pimento cheese is one of those foods that has been so corrupted by the food industry that it has become synonymous with other crappy foods like Spam.  I'm not even certain what store bought pimento cheese might contain, nor do I want to find out.  It's a shame because pimento cheese can be a delightful treat, even if it does Read the full post…

Plum Good BBQ Sandwiches

In a few days it will officially be fall but the temperatures are still warm enough for me to continue swimming for a few more days.  The breeze was a little cool but that didn't stop me from swimming several laps this morning and I felt great afterwards!  Have you exercised lately?  With fall's cooler temperatures and fewer insects, you Read the full post…

Shingles Vacine and Treatment

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with shingles so I felt I should discuss this nasty virus once again.  If you ever had chicken pox, you are at risk for getting shingles and believe me, you don't want it.  Shingles is a painful rash with blisters that scab over and may take 4 weeks or more to heal.  The Read the full post…

Vegetarian Tacos are muy delicioso!

There are times when I think I could easily become a vegetarian, especially when I try a new dish that is as good as the vegetarian tacos I had at Local Lime restaurant in Little Rock and the tofu fried rice at Sai Tai here in Jonesboro.  My husband and I celebrated our 23rd anniversary this past weekend by spending Read the full post…

Midyear Health Check

Summer is winding down , the year is more than half way over and our January resolutions are long forgotten.  It's time for a health reality check.  First of all, how is your health lately?  If you have enjoyed good health, are you thankful?  Take some time to appreciate how wonderful it feels to be healthy, for your family to Read the full post…

Vacation Lessons For A Healthier Life

  I'm back from a lovely beach vacation and I wish I was still there with all my heart.  Wouldn't it be nice if our every day life was as nice as a vacation?  If we could relax, eat well, sleep and exercise just enough without having to worry about bills, work, illnesses and school, our lives would be perfect.  But Read the full post…

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Something’s Fishy at our House – Fish with Tomato Jam

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on March 10, 2009 ]

Fishing with my father and the fish fries that followed are among my favorite memories. I can only hope that you have experienced a really good downhome fish fry sometime in your life too. But fried fish is not healthy, messy and alot of trouble. Save it for a special occasion. Still fish remains one Read the full post…

Leftover Lifesavers

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on March 4, 2009 ]

Leftovers are the lifesavers of a busy famiy. At least once a week, we clean out the refrigerator and I have an easy night. There are usually several options so everyone is happy. Don’t let anyone tell you they don’t like leftovers; some things are better the next day such as chili, spaghetti or soup. Read the full post…

Wii Fit

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 24, 2009 ]

On the road to better health, some of us are willing to take any detours, no matter how unappealing they really are. Most of the time, it is better to stick to the main highway. Anything that promises weight loss without exercise or sounds extreme (think colon cleanse) is just a play for your money. Read the full post…

Menu and Meal Planning

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 19, 2009 ]

To eat better, someone in the family has to take charge of meals. I firmly believe that eating out frequently, especially at fast food restaurants, packs on the pounds. My family eats out an average of once a week and rarely do we eat fast food. Cooking at home gives you more control of the Read the full post…

Hello and Welcome

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 17, 2009 ]

Welcome to my blog. I am a cardiologist’s wife and so many people ask how my husband and I stay “so skinny”, that I decided to start a blog about our healthy living habits and tips. Though I have no medical background, I fully share my husband’s concern about Americans’ overall health, especially heart health. Read the full post…

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