anti-cancer diet

Simple Warming Carrot-Yam Soup for Detox

Posted by Alex on December 29, 2009 at 1:34 pm

Carrots and yams – simple, yes. Boring? Never! carrot-soup-su-1011251-l

These wonderful simple veggies will help you stay healthy in the winter. Carrots are an excellent way to get lots of antioxidants and vitamin A into your body. These aspects will help you protect your body against cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Yams are also great for potassium as well, and both vegetables are sweet – which humans crave! Garlic is a natural antibiotic and cayenne will help keep you warm in the winter, so drink up – it’s easy!

2 large organic carrots, washed and diced

1 small yam, washed and diced

1 clove garlic, minced

water

pinch of sea salt

pinch of cayenne powder

  • Combine the carrots, yam and garlic in a small pot.
  • Add enough water to just cover the vegetables and a pinch of sea salt and cayenne.
  • Bring the water to a boil, cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Puree the entire contents of the pot with an immersion or stick-blender or by transferring the contents to a blender. Puree until smooth.
  • Drink while warm.
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Warming Broccoli Soup (It’s 99% raw and yummy!)

Posted by Alex on December 15, 2009 at 9:56 am

This soup  takes 10 minutes to make and offers great warming nutrition and healing support for the winter. Greens like broccoli, kale, collards and bok choy are great for clearing congestion, cleaning the blood and healing the gut, so ramp up your green intake for winter wellness!broccoli

Ingredients:

2 cups broccoli florets

½ avocado

¼ cup diced red onion

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 cup raw spinach

1 inch peeled ginger root

1/2 tsp sea salt

1 clove garlic, minced

pinch freshly ground black pepper

½-1 cup room temperature water

  • Steam the broccoli for 5 minutes.
  • Place the broccoli and remaining ingredients in a blender.
  • Blend and add enough water to make smooth. Enjoy!
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Breast cancer screening debate – are we looking in the right place?

Posted by Alex on November 23, 2009 at 9:07 am

The recent news that the US Preventative Services Task Force recommends changing the age and frequency  for mammogram screenings has many women confused and angry. After all, breast cancer is still a top killer of women in the US.ss_womenshealth

The American Cancer Society reports breast cancer rates have risen about 30% in the past 25 years in western countries, due in part to increased screening. In the United States, though, breast cancer rates decreased by 10% between 2000-2004, largely due to a reduction in hormone replacement therapy.

Perhaps we should be putting more effort into publicizing the ways in which women can take an active role in preventing breast and other cancers NOW:

1. Follow a plant-based diet: Avoiding animal foods like meat and dairy greatly reduces cancer risks for many types of cancer, including breast cancer.

2. Maintain a healthy weight: Weight gain in midlife has been shown to significantly increase breast cancer risk.

3. Starting now, exercise regularly – for the rest of your life: Regular exercise provides amazing protection against breast cancer. Get 30 minutes or more of moderate aerobic activity daily.

4. Minimize or avoid alcohol: Alcohol use is the most well established dietary risk factor for breast cancer.

5. Go WHOLE grain: Cut out white foods: white flour, rice, potatoes, sugar and products containing them. These foods trigger hormonal changes that promote cellular growth in breast tissue. Instead, eat whole grains and beans and legumes. (For a great bread replacement, try Food For Life’s Ezekiel Bread)

6. Eat MORE fruits and vegetables: At least 7 servings a day. The best foods for breast cancer protection are lightly cooked or raw cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, cauliflower) ; dark leafy greens (collards, kale, spinach) ; carrots and tomatoes. The best fruits are citrus, berries and cherries.

7. Eat organic: Avoiding carcinogenic pesticides and herbicides is the best way to eat. Organic foods are also higher in vitamins and minerals.

Be well,

Alexandra

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