Quincy Hearing August 2017 Edition

Get Poppin’

Testimonial Corner

Popcorn is considered to be a fairly healthy snack by most experts, especially when compared to other salty treats, like corn chips. Unfortunately, microwave popcorn is another matter. Many popular popcorn brands use trans fats, which the Centers for Disease Control estimate are related to 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 deaths annually. Additionally, a study from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health identified a connection between the chemical diacetyl, used to flavor microwave popcorn, and cases of lung disease in workers at popcorn factories. For popcorn lovers, the answer is clear: Make popcorn yourself! Pour ¼ cup of popcorn kernels into a regular brown paper bag, fold the top of the bag shut tight, then pop in microwave for about two minutes, or until popping slows to a second between pops. Voila! Fresh popcorn with no factory chemicals. If you’re craving some fun flavors, try these simple recipes. Traditional Butter Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then drizzle it along the sides of a brown paper bag. Pour your already popped popcorn into the bag until it’s half full, close the bag tight, and shake vigorously. In no time, you’ll have perfectly buttered popcorn! Cinna-sugar Bliss This is a great recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth. Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar to 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Drizzle onto the edges of a brown paper bag, add Shake Up Movie Night With Crazy (Healthy) Popcorn Recipes

“My significant other and I came in on a late Friday afternoon to get our hearing tested. Dr. Janice Powis was extremely professional and made us feel right at home. At first, I was nervous, but Dr. Janice kept the process simple and quick. Instead of pushing us to purchase hearing aids, she taught us ways to protect our hearing. She was extremely patient and sincere. This probably is one of my best experiences at the doctor’s office.” – Mei Mei M.

popped popcorn, and shake well! Sriracha Sesame Celebration

Here’s to the adventurous popcorn lovers! Combine 1 tablespoon Sriracha, 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Sprinkle half over popcorn and shake well inside of bag. Repeat with remaining mixture.

“Positive. Dr. Powis was very straightforward, informative, and responsive to our questions.” – Sandra K.

Whether you’re preparing for a movie marathon or need an after- school snack, any of these recipes will be tasty alternative to the chemicals saturating microwave popcorn. Enjoy! 2 | quincyhearing.com | 617-934-2422 | 67 Coddington Street, #103 Quincy, MA 02169

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