Summer 2014
community
CALENDAR
National Cancer Survivors Day
Celebration
June 3
6 p.m.
All cancer survivors are invited to join us in the
Duke Raleigh Gardens for refreshments, music,
art and more. Visit dukeraleighhospital.org for
more information.
Art Week at North Hills
June 1–7
One of our favorite weeks of the year is back, it's
Art Week at North Hills! This event brings a week
of artful, engaging events, displays and creations
to Midtown. Visit northhillsraleigh.com for more
information.
Midtown Farmers Market
Join us in support of our local farmers and
healthier lifestyles at Midtown Farmers Market.
Now through Nov. 1, we will help bring fresh and
local produce to Midtown every Saturday from 8
a.m. to noon on the Commons at North Hills. To
see the full schedule of Market events, including
live music, free fitness classes and kids' events,
visit midtownfarmers.com.
Healthy Focus Seminars
This monthly series features discussions on a wide
variety of health topics. For the latest dates and
times, visit dukeraleighhospital.org.
Duke Weight-Loss Surgery Seminars
For some people, a healthy diet and rigorous
exercise isn't enough for dramatic weight loss.
The weight-loss surgery program at Duke Raleigh
Hospital may be the answer for those at risk of
serious weight-related health issues. Our staff
leads free weekly seminars to give prospective
patients an overview of our program.
To see a calendar of upcoming programs or
to register, visit dukeraleighospital.org or call
1-888-ASK-DUKE.
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HEALTHY
FOCUS
INGREDIENTS
2 ½ cups cut okra
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
1 coarsely chopped onion
1 ¼ cup diced tomatoes
1 fresh jalapeño pepper or
habañero chili
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Try this low-fat, low-sodium alternative to fried okra that packs a
punch of flavor. Bolded ingredients are available at the
Midtown Farmers Market!
DIRECTIONS
Rinse okra under hot water. Heat oil in a heavy
skillet over moderately high heat, and sauté onion
for about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and chili, then
bring to a boil and stir for about 8 minutes. Add
okra and cook until the okra is tender (about 5
minutes). Stir in salt and pepper, and discard the
chili before serving.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Yield: 10 servings
Serving size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 99
Total fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Carbohydrates: 15g
Sodium: 133 mg
Dietary fiber: 5g
Protein: 4g
For a sweet snack or a burst of morning energy, try a smoothie
with strawberries fresh from the Midtown Farmers Market.
Find the recipe on our blog at dukeraleighblog.com.
STIRRED
OKRA
SPICY
