Separate Fact From Fiction Is ColdWater Bad forYou? Have you ever come across an article claiming you shouldn’t drink cold water? According to some sources, ice water and other iced beverages are harmful to your health. But is there any truth to it? Let’s look at the three most commonly cited reasons: • Drinking cold water causes blood vessels to constrict, which decreases circulation, so your body is unable to digest nutrients and water as effectively as it otherwise would. • Cold drinks turn certain fats solid after consumption. These solid fats are harder to digest, and fats are crucial to the absorption of certain fat-soluble nutrients. • Cold water weakens the immune system. It triggers mucus production and strains your immune system, which makes you more susceptible to illness.
There is some truth here. Drinking cold water does cause blood vessels to constrict. It can also cause some fats to turn solid. But that’s where the truth ends and the science gets a little shaky. There are no scientific studies that indicate drinking cold water is bad for you. One important thing to keep in mind is body temperature. Your body is usually good at regulating its internal temperature. When you drink cold water, your body works to bring your temperature and circulation back to normal. By the time fat solids hit your digestive tract, they’ve softened up quite a bit, and your body will digest them normally. No matter what temperature you like your beverages, water does your body good. Plus, water is one of the best free weight loss tools around. When you replace all other beverages with water — cold, warm, or hot — your body feels full longer without added calories.
Sautéed Zucchini and Squash With Feta
Inspired by thekitchn.com
Ingredients
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2 teaspoons fresh thyme
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1 zucchini
“I chose to give this donation to Boston Children’s Hospital. I went to the emergency room there a few years ago. I went there again in November to have an operation to help with my walking. Both times, they did an excellent job. I hope this donation will help other kids get better.”
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1 summer squash
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 medium red onion
– Nick Ogiba
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Boston Children’s Hospital has a mission to improve the health and well- being of children and families in our local community. The hospital leverages its resources with community partnerships to address health disparities, improve child-health outcomes, and enhance the quality of life for children and families. We chose Nick as our patient of the month for two reasons: his excellent recovery and his ability to lift the spirits of everybody around him in the clinic. The first time we met Nick, he had a hard time standing up. Now there are times we have to run to keep up with him. Nick’s time with us is winding down due to his hard work and progression, and while we are happy for him, we will certainly miss him.
Directions
1. Cut zucchini into 1/4 -inch-thick semicircles. Dice onion.
2. Heat a large skillet to medium high. Add olive oil, onion, and thyme.
3. Once onion is soft (about 2 minutes), add zucchini and squash. Season with salt and pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until squash barely begins to caramelize.
4. Place in serving bowl and top with feta.
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