One of the most common sources of distress after a diagnosis of cancer is being told that you have a “X” number of months or years to live. This is often presented in the form of a risk-based percentage, such as “a 30% chance of surviving one year.” For anyone on the receiving end of … Continued
March has been a very busy month for Life Over Cancer and The Block Center. We’ve moved and are settling into our new space: 5230 Old Orchard Road Skokie, IL 60077 We sincerely apologize for the long silence between blog postings and appreciate your patience. We plan to get back on a consistent blogging schedule … Continued
According to the Colon Cancer Alliance (www.ccalliance.org), colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the US. In fact, over 75% of colon cancer patients seem to have no inherited risk. However, research suggests there are diet and lifestyle changes … Continued
Written by Jacki Glew, MS, RD, LDN – Clinical Nutrition Manager for the Block Center for Integrative Cancer Treatment Soy. That little three-letter word that strikes fear into the stomachs of so many. Why are we so afraid of soy? Well, I bet you’re asking…
Written by Dr. Keith I. Block, MD “We got it all.” Words every cancer patient loves to hear. And it is indeed news worth celebrating. However, you shouldn’t be fooled into thinking this favorable pronouncement means treatment is over and you can go back to life as it was before cancer. Consider this: What is … Continued
Written by Dr. Keith I. Block, MD 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 … Continued
To complement the Chili Challenge (see our previous post), here are some more delicious recipes from the dietitians at the Block Center – enjoy! Hoppin’ John Soup ‘Messa’ Collards Cowgirl Cocoa Kickers Southwestern-Style Coleslaw Vegan Agave Cornbread Muffins
Last month, the dietitians at the Block Center challenged themselves to come up with creative chili recipes. Here are some of the favorites they cooked – enjoy!  (See our next post this afternoon for more delicious dishes to complement your Chili.) Painted Desert Chili Crockpot-or-Not Chili Put the Tex in Your Mex Chili
Written by Dr. Keith I. Block, MD Diet affects cancer both directly and indirectly. Nutrients directly impact the mechanisms by which cancer cells grow and spread. They indirectly help control the cancer by changing the surrounding biochemical conditions that either encourage or discourage the progression of malignant disease. The bottom line is that what you … Continued
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