Lady Docs Corner Cafe Blog

Marsha Seidelman, M.D.

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Delightful Food Experiences in Vietnam

April 2, 2016

When we were in Vietnam, we spent a few days in HoiAn, a town known for its silk and for its tailors who can create a dress or suit to…

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Beauty and Sadness Intertwined – A Visit to Vietnam and Cambodia

March 23, 2016

We just returned from a two week whirlwind tour through Vietnam, with one stop in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Since this was my first time traveling in Asia, there was a…

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You Want Me to Eat a Fungus?

March 1, 2016

Mushrooms, technically speaking, are the fleshy, fruiting body of a fungus. Not so enticing so far, right? But, they are quite versatile. Some have a meaty texture and can be…

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Italian Vegetable Soup – Ribollita

February 13, 2016

I’m guessing your inbox is filled with recipes for comfort foods as a cold spell envelops the East Coast this weekend, just in time for Valentines’ Day, but here’s a…

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Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

January 9, 2016

Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Weeknight Food Made Fast These chicken skewers are great as an appetizer or as a main dish. They can be prepared on the grill or indoors under…

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Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad

January 9, 2016

From Once Upon A Chef Servings: 6 – 8 (as a side dish) This is very tasty! If you prefer less curry taste, add a LITTLE extra lemon or honey. Ingredients:…

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Quit While You’re Ahead

December 20, 2015

We are aware that addiction to nicotine is one of the most difficult addictions to overcome. Let’s say you’re a smoker and you’d like to quit or someone important to you…

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What To Expect With Dementia

November 7, 2015

Dementia is so common that most people know someone who has been affected by it. Many of us fear that it’s affecting us as well. Every time we forget where…

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Vitamin C Revisited – Food Sources and Recipes

September 12, 2015

Vitamin C A recent Health Pearl by Dr. Tran noted that Vitamin C can have one positive effect on the body that is related to heart disease. It can decrease endothelia-1, which…

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What Do Back Pain, Erectile Dysfunction and Heart Disease Have in Common?

August 23, 2015

More than you would think, it turns out. A few weeks ago, I attended a conference about Nutrition in Medicine that focused on prevention of cardiovascular disease. It was hosted…

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