Spinach: Forgotten Superfood
Spinach is a true “Superfood” in my opinion. It’s even ranked as one of the healthiest vegetables. Kale may be getting all the attention lately, but spinach is a real contender, and for good reasons. This bright green leafy is a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and an abundant amount of disease-preventing phytochemicals. […]
Brussels Sprouts: Why we love them
Remember when you were a kid and the two things you hated to eat were probably spinach and brussels sprouts? If you are like me that was certainly the case. However, recently I have become reacquainted with that most hated vegetable and found that I really love brussels sprouts! In addition to tasting great, they also […]
Clearing up Organics: Yay or Nay
Organic food was once difficult to find, but today it can be easily found at most grocery stores. As shoppers stand in the produce section of their grocery store they often struggle with the decision: conventional or organic? What does “organic” mean? Organic produce and other ingredients are grown without the use of pesticides, […]
Phytochemicals: Colors to Fight Cancer
Including a variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet is an important way of making sure you stay healthy! But did you know that there are chemical compounds behind the colors that makes fruits and vegetables so vibrant? Interestingly, each of the different chemicals have various benefits in our system which contributes to the […]
Beyond Nutritional Shakes
Your doctor or nutritionist recommended a nutritional shake, but living off of plain smoothies gets boring pretty quickly. Here are some recipes to mix things up a bit. We love Enu and Orgain, two organic, gluten-free nutritional shakes. They’re both available as a shake or as a powder in several different flavors. [buymeapie-recipe id=’19’] […]
Cauliflower
While all colors of fruits and vegetables contribute to our health, one color is often overlooked: white. Boasting some of the best nutrition of any white food is cauliflower. Its mild flavor yet meaty texture makes it extremely versatile. This new year, make cauliflower your go-to. About Cauliflower Cauliflower belongs to the Brassica genus […]
Antioxidants and Phytochemicals for Cancer Prevention
Phytochemicals, antioxidants, flavonols—these healthy food properties are all important aspects of a cancer-fighting diet. Many people use these terms interchangeably even though they each have very different meanings and properties. Let’s set the record straight with a little “phyto-tutorial” on what these terms mean and what kinds of health benefits they offer. After learning more […]
Bananas & Cancer: Is there a Link?
Bananas are a great source of vitamin B6 and have vitamin C, manganese, and lots of fiber. Contrary to popular belief, lots of foods contain more potassium than bananas. Banana Facts Bananas are technically a berry Bananas grow in clusters called ‘hands’ There’s no clear dividing line between a banana and a plantain […]
Preparing for Treatment of Oral, Head and Neck Cancers
Quite simply, for a majority of people diagnosed with head and neck cancer—it hurts to chew and swallow, and it can be very difficult to eat—before, during and even after cancer treatment. Earlier this week, we reviewed some of the common side effects to expect during and after oral, head and neck cancer treatment. This […]
Are you at risk for cervical cancer?
As this month comes to a close, we encourage women to take a few moments to think about their cervical health, specifically how they can reduce their cervical cancer risk by protecting themselves from human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer. Cervical Cancer Risk Statistics Nearly 13,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with […]