Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Nov 13, 2013
I have long found that the best love songs are those with lyrics that I can feel for anyone I want to know forever and be reunited with in eternity after passing on from this world. "The Promise" by Tracy Chapman definitely fits this description for me. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Nov 01, 2013
This post was originally published in March, 2007.
It is with sadness that I write this blog entry. I just finished watching a documentary called Earthlings that contains the most abominable acts of cruelty towards animals that I have ever seen. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 22, 2013
If you arrived at this page looking for a letter that was written to my friend David, I'm very sorry to let you know that regrettably, it's no longer available.
The letter was intended to lend support to our friends in an anonymous way, and my hope was that those who could relate to the experience of having a difficult relationship with their parents during their upbringing would be comforted in knowing that many others share this experience and still feel a strong sense of compassion for their parents. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 07, 2013
We are blessed with an incredibly kind and highly skilled dentist who recently recommended that we look at using an electric toothbrush. Not the kind where the bristles leisurely swirl around, fuelled by a battery that sits in the handle of the brush. Our dentist strongly encouraged us to use a product made by Philips called the Sonicare FlexCare Plus Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 02, 2013
Research out of Otago and Oxford Universities in New Zealand indicates that having LASIK surgery can lead to permanent problems with vision over the long term.
More specifically, it appears that having laser surgery for near-sightedness (myopia) may lead to excessive glare, haze, and blurred vision as people enter their 7th and 8th decades of life. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 01, 2013
Makes about 4 servings
Ingredients:
2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 can of chickpeas
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 medium size tomatoes, chopped
1 green onion (scallion)
Sea salt
Extra-virgin olive oil
Directions:
1. Steam sweet potato cubes for 15 minutes or until just tender. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 01, 2013
Here's a favourite autumn dish that packs plenty of quality protein and healthy carbohydrates for days when you're craving a warm and replenishing meal. It's equally good for preparing your body for vigorous activity the next day, or to help replace glycogen and electrolyte stores after a physically demanding day.
Sweet potatoes are rich in a number of micronutrients, the most prominent of which are vitamin C and beta-carotene; both are powerful antioxidants that can decrease your risk of developing diabetes and colon cancer. Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Sep 26, 2013
Makes about 6 servings
Ingredients:
Large bunch of kale, washed and torn into smaller pieces
About 1 pound of red potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can of chickpeas, rinsed well
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Vegetable broth
Extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Directions: Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Sep 26, 2013
Makes about 6 servings
Ingredients:
Large bunch of kale, washed and torn into smaller pieces
About 1 pound of red potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can of chickpeas, rinsed well
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Vegetable broth
Extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Directions: Read more
Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Sep 25, 2013
The following cover of "Safe and Sound" by Christina Grimmie earns my vote as the loveliest lullaby ever. Hope you enjoy, and if you play piano or want to learn, have a look at the piano tutorial for this song below. Read more
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