Health and Fitness News

Welcome to the Stars Hollow Gazette‘s Health and Fitness News weekly diary. It will publish on Saturday afternoon and be open for discussion about health related issues including diet, exercise, health and health care issues, as well as, tips on what you can do when there is a medical emergency. Also an opportunity to share and exchange your favorite healthy recipes.

Questions are encouraged and I will answer to the best of my ability. If I can’t, I will try to steer you in the right direction. Naturally, I cannot give individual medical advice for personal health issues. I can give you information about medical conditions and the current treatments available.

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37 Ways to Eat Asparagus Right Now


Asparagus is THE spring vegetable and loaded with vitamins and detoxifying compounds. Epicurious has 37 ways to fix this amazing herbaceous perennial but I’m just going to highlight a few of my favorites. Click here for more.

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Spring Vegetables

The rich and zesty pan sauce is what makes this simple, seasonal supper something you’ll want to eat again and again.

Pea, Asparagus, and Fava Bean Salad

This salad with bacon, fava beans and a Pecorino dressing is a great example of why salty, creamy pork and crunchy, bright spring vegetables are a winning flavor combination.

Asparagus Gremolata

Did you know asparagus could be the perfect crunchy condiment? Use this gremolata to top soft-scrambled eggs or pasta.

One-Skillet Steak with Spring Veg and Spicy Mustard

Sauté peas and asparagus in the rendered fat from a New York strip in this quick-and-easy one-pan dinner.

Asparagus and Two-Cheese Quiche with Hash-Brown Crust

Get all the goodness of hash browns and a rich Fontina and goat cheese egg custard in this unexpected quiche. With fresh green asparagus and tarragon, it’s perfect for a springtime brunch, lunch, or light dinner.

Stir-Fried Asparagus With Bacon and Crispy Shallots

A quick way to make asparagus that are crispy and packed with flavor.

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