Evidence of the ability of inflammation to both initiate and fuel cancer has been accumulating since at least the 1980s. In fact, any chronic inflammatory disease – such as arthritis, bronchitis, fasciitis, colitis, and asthma – can increase the risk of cancer. For example, according to a 2000 study, approximately one in every ten patients with … Continued
By Keith I. Block, MD Insomnia and other sleep disorders are quite common among people with cancer, occurring in about one out of every three cases on average. In my clinical experience, most patients with advanced cancer have disorderly sleep, which can include difficulty entering into deep sleep, fitful sleep and nightmares, and serious trouble … Continued
Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 1 brick (350 or 450g) extra-firm tofu, or tempeh 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup flour, can be gluten free 1 tsp onion powder 2 tsp garlic powder ¾ cup buffalo sauce, Franks 1 tbsp earth balance butter Instructions: Press tofu under heavy plate or weight for 30 minutes, … Continued
Keith I. Block, MD Quite a stir has been created by the December 2013 publication by the Annals of Internal Medicine of two placebo-controlled trials that found vitamin and mineral supplements did not prevent repeat heart attacks or cognitive decline. Adding to the controversy was an accompanying editorial that said, essentially, that multivitamin supplements are … Continued
Sprouted seeds and cereal grasses contain powerful compounds including antioxidants, a number of enzymes, and chlorophyll. It is often easier to obtain these compounds in the form of juices. Excellent choices are broccoli sprouts, alfalfa sprouts, kale sprouts, sunflower seed greens, wheatgrass juice, barley grass juice, oat grass juice, cabbage sprouts, and cauliflower sprouts. Broccoli … Continued
Green Pepper, Wild Mushroom, & Red Onion Pizza Serves 2-3 People
Cinco de Mayo may be behind us, but Mexican food is always a welcome treat. Below are three Life Over Cancer-approved recipes for your next Fiesta! White Sangria Makes 1 large punch bowl Ingredients: 2 ½ cups water 1 small bunch fresh mint 6 cinnamon sticks 6 ½ cups white grape juice (or apple juice) … Continued
Thai Portobello Wraps Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced) 3 tbsp fresh lime juice and zest 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 2 large shallots, diced 1 pound Portobello mushrooms, stemmed and chopped finely ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tbsp … Continued
Cancer is not something you want to face alone. Processing complex information, making decisions, and taking appropriate action are just too overwhelming without support. As anyone with the disease knows, cancer can be such a stressful experience that patients often struggle to maintain clarity, equanimity, and inner peace. That is why assembling your personal A-Team … Continued
8 cups (cooked kidney beans) or 4 – 15 oz. cans kidney beans 1 clove minced garlic 2 cups Spanish onions (chopped) ½ cup carrots (circular) ½ cup green peppers (med chopped) ½ cup celery (med chopped) 1 lb tomatoes (pureed) 2 Tbsps olive oil 2 can tomato paste 1 cup soy nuggets (Textured Vegetable … Continued