Makes 12-16 Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup almond butter ¼ cup cocoa powder ¼ cup agave 1 cup coconut flakes 1/2 cup ground flaxseed 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (Vegan, approved sweetener, can omit) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added protein, can add ¼ cup of protein … Continued
One of the most important strategies for treating women with estrogen-positive breast cancer is to block the action of estrogen. In estrogen positive (ER+) breast cancers, the natural estrogen in the body attaches to the estrogen receptors on cancer cells and stimulates them to divide, which makes breast tumors grow. Once the initial treatment of … Continued
Qigong is a traditional Chinese exercise modality. It aligns breathing, mental focus (or awareness) and movement for purposes of exercise, meditation and balancing of the “qi,” or life energy, in healing. It emphasizes and cultivates a calm and relaxing state of mind. At the Block Center, qigong exercises are often integrated into the physical activity … Continued
When is an antioxidant not an antioxidant? This curious question was explored in a scientific poster that Dr. Block presented at the 10th International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO), held October 20-22 of this year. The answer to the question was suggested in the title of the poster, “Antioxidants as pro-oxidants in … Continued
What cancer-related uses of fish oil have the best scientific evidence behind them? Dr. Block presented on this topic at the 10th International Society for Integrative Oncology in Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, October 20. Laboratory studies of fish oil show that it has many effects on cancer, from modifying blood viscosity to modulating treatment … Continued
Resveratrol is a phytochemical found in high levels in grape skins. Not only is resveratrol an antioxidant, it has some cancer preventive properties as well. In addition, there’s increasing interest in its potential use in cancer treatment. Since it’s an antioxidant, and since many chemotherapies as well as radiation act by producing free radicals that … Continued
This week, a study made the news suggesting there’s a substantial benefit to breast cancer patients who take multivitamin-multi-mineral supplements. This study definitely warrants a closer look. Dr. Sylvia Wassertheil-Smoller of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University in New York, together with her colleagues, analyzed data from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) clinical trials … Continued
We are often asked if there are specific foods that can boost cancer survival. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we thought we’d address this question as it relates to breast cancer. Existing research doesn’t support the notion that specific foods that can increase survival. However, there is considerable evidence that dietary patterns can make a … Continued
Many cancer patients report suffering from significant fatigue. Cancer-related fatigue is not simply feeling tired. It lasts longer than ordinary fatigue, is more debilitating, and sleep does not relieve it. It can affect all aspects of a patient’s life, and leave patients physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted. There have been many studies of fatigue in … Continued
Our previous article on Cancer Rehab detailed our "prehabilitation" program for patients who have been recently diagnosed with cancer but have not yet started treatment. We explained why it’s important that patients make every effort to strengthen themselves nutritionally, physically, biologically and psychologically prior to starting treatment, and the importance of individually tailoring each program … Continued