Month: December 2023

Why is it So Difficult to Lose Weight While on Hormonal Ablation Therapy for Cancer? Hormonal ablation therapy is commonly used in the treatment of certain types of cancer, such as prostate, testicular, breast, and ovarian cancer. This therapy aims to reduce the levels of male/female hormones in…

Getting Through the Holidays Without Gaining Weight Managing your weight during the holidays can be challenging, but with some mindful strategies, you can enjoy the festivities without significant weight gain. Here are some tips to help you navigate the holiday season:Set Realistic Goals:Instead of aiming to lose weight…

Date, Walnut, and Dark Chocolate Cookies - Cancer-Fighting Recipe This recipe borrows the natural sweetness of Medjool dates, along with the rich flavors of walnuts and dark chocolate, to craft a delicious, healthy version of this classic cookie. Enjoy this sweet treat with your loved ones during the…

Creamy Chocolate Date Mousse - Cancer-Fighting Recipe Satisfy your sweet tooth with this unique chocolate mousse, packed with flavor and some surprising healthy foods: avocado and Medjool dates. Avocado is high in fiber and heart-healthy omega-3 fats while Medjool dates have more fiber, calcium and potassium. Their natural…

Maple Cayenne Pecans - Cancer-Fighting Recipe Having healthy snacks on hand can help fight hunger throughout the workday. This easy, portable mix is quick to make and lasts all week. Pecans pack healthy fatty acids and protein that keep you full longer. This hot and sweet spice blend…

Chai Hot Chocolate - Cancer Fighting Recipe Chocolate may seem decadent but in moderation, it can be part of a healthy cancer-protective diet. This recipe combines cinnamon, ginger and cloves with rich cocoa for the perfect warm, spiced drink for a cold day. Plus, lab studies have shown…

Gingerbread - Cancer Fighting Recipe This beautifully light version of traditional gingerbread uses whole-wheat pastry flour to add fiber, vitamins and phytochemicals that regular white flour lacks. Naturally sweet molasses and aromatic spices keep this dessert moist and flavorful. Serve warm with fresh fruit or a cup of…

Cranberry Flax Pumpkin Bread - Cancer Fighting Recipe Two of the season’s most-loved foods come together in this delicious homemade bread. Pumpkin’s potent beta-carotene and cranberries’ anthocyanin phytochemicals are blended together with flaxseed’s protective Omega-3 fatty acids. Flax is also being studied for their lignans, plant estrogens which…