Grow Healthy
With Dr. Sally's
"Vital Signs" Blog
After a year of the pandemic, have you ever been more ready for spring? In California, everything is turning green and it’s almost warm enough to get your herbs in the ground. By summer, you’ll be looking for ways to use all those bushy basil plants. Meanwhile, grab a bunch or two of basil at the market and make this pesto and my updated minestrone soup (sans the pasta).
VIDEO: Did you know that the word “recipe” has its origins in French and means “medical prescription”? This chicken soup fills the Rx: it’s full of the flavors, colors, and nutrients of Nature. Real food to nurture your body, mind, and spirit!
Here are a few of the medicinal qualities of chicken soup:
As the air turns crisp, it’s natural to crave our favorite comfort foods. Instead of reaching for mac’n cheese, gather the ingredients to make this mouthwatering soup. Then, while you’re binge-watching your favorite show, you’ll feel guilt-less pleasure with a bowl of warm soup in hand. Be sure to make enough to freeze for those cold nights ahead when you’re too tired to cook!
