July Food of the Month: Raspberries
Summer is officially upon us, what better time to enjoy all the fresh seasonal fruits. Raspberries are one of the berries that always come to mind when I think of the warmer months. Not only are they deliciously sweet but they also have an impressive nutritional profile. One cup of raspberries comes in at 64 […]
Redefining Self-Care: A 20 Second Practice
Caregiving isn’t easy. For many, life chapters spent caregiving are arguably some of the most challenging. Ensuring the well being of any person asks a lot of us. It’s easy to lose sight of ourselves, our own ambitions and our own well being. Self-care, while valuable, doesn’t always feel accessible, convenient or all that reasonable, […]
Nutrition During Lung Cancer Treatment
When many things seem out of control after a lung cancer diagnosis, you can take control by choosing to focus on optimal nutrition. Deciding to eat more healthfully will empower you and your loved ones to enhance your strength during treatment and improve your quality of life. A healthy diet consists primarily of plant-based food […]
8 Tips to Keep Your Produce Clean
Since fresh fruits and vegetables are in season, we often get asked about the best way to wash and clean produce. In these warmer summer months many people eat more raw produce that is not exposed to cooking temperatures that can destroy harmful bacteria. Here are 8 simple steps that can help prevent food-borne illness […]
Discussion on Some Common Dietary Supplements
Although dietary supplements are a controversial topic among the cancer community, there are some that are worth more discussion as they have some potential benefits during or after cancer treatment. Ginseng Ginseng has long been known for its medicinal properties. Specific to cancer research, it has been studied in relation to fatigue. In a […]
Tame Your Temper Today!
Have you been feeling frustrated and angry lately? Are you ready to flip your lid at a moment’s notice? If not you, perhaps this describes someone you know. While being quick to anger can signify underlying mood disorders or mental/emotional stress, there is another sneaky – and perhaps more common – cause. If you fly […]
You Are What You Eat: What Will You Choose to Be?
I tugged at my mini-skirt as I took my seat in Mrs. Jackson’s 7th grade home economics class. My desk faced the three mini-kitchens where the mysteries of meal planning and preparation would be revealed, an opportunity that would disappear from the school curriculum later in the 80’s. On that particular day our teacher started […]
Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake
This non-dairy chocolate cheesecake has a thick, creamy, pudding-like texture and isn’t cloyingly sweet. Though unlike a traditional cheesecake in many ways, it’s baked similarly: at medium-low heat for an hour, then left in the oven with heat off for another hour. Admittedly, it takes some time to prepare, but the actual steps are very […]
Strawberry May-hem!
May is one of my favorite months of the year. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and everything is in bloom (just ask my allergies). Here’s yet another reason to love May–it’s National Strawberry Month! Strawberries are as delicious as they are beautiful, so here are a few ideas of how […]
Know Your Nuts: April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
Testicular cancer is the #1 most common cancer among young men aged 15-35, but it can happen at any age. The good news, though, is it is one of the most treatable cancers and 99% of men diagnosed will survive and go on to live normal, healthy lives. Though highly treatable, testicular cancer can spread […]