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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
...and Lori wants to set the record straight! Today, Lori will discuss some of the most popular diet and breast cancer myths that exist.
National Vegetarian Month
Celebrate the benefits of cancer protective plant foods all month long with these ideas:
Read more about cancer protective plant foods and get recipe ideas below!
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Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian
Lori Bumbaco is a MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian at the Cancer Wellness Center. She works with individuals one-on-one and provides education content and programs about diet and nutrition, specializing with those who have a cancer diagnosis.
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Cancer Protective Plant Foods | | |
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Winter Squash
Vitamin C, Carotenoids (beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, and zeaxanthin), lignins
Protect our cells from DNA damage, stimulate enzymes that de-activate carcinogens, support our immune function, decrease inflammation.
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Cruciferous Vegetables
Glucosinolates, folate, flavonols, fiber, vitamin C, carotenoids
Powerful antioxidant, decrease inflammation, stimulate enzymes that de-activate carcinogens, shift estrogen from an active to a weaker form, inhibit cancer cells’ growth and ability to spread, tell cancer cells to self-destruct.
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Leafy Greens & Herbs
Carotenoids, flavonols, vitamin C, fiber, folate, lignins
Act as antioxidants, reduce damage from free radicals, stimulate enzymes that deactivate carcinogens.
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Fall Fruit
Fiber, triterpenoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, anthocyanins.
Protect our cells from DNA damage, reduce inflammation, stimulate enzymes that de-activate carcinogens, inhibit cancer cells’ growth and ability to spread, tell cancer cells to self-destruct.
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Is Coffee a Healthy Choice?
Learn more
Answer: Despite some earlier concerns, drinking coffee does not seem to increase the risk of cancer. In fact, some studies link coffee intake with reduced risk of developing certain forms of cancer and reduced progression of colorectal cancer.
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Coffee contains compounds that have been found to block carcinogens, reduce cancer cell growth, and promote cancer cell death. In studies that look at populations of humans, those who drank coffee had a lower risk of a number of different cancer compared to those who did not drink coffee. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, evidence suggests that drinking coffee probably reduces risk for endometrial and liver cancer. Some other studies have suggested that prostate, oral, and colon cancer risk may be decreased by coffee consumption.
Coffee contains melanoidins, phenolic acids, diterpenes, lignans, and caffeine which may provide cancer protective qualities.
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Best Way to Enjoy Coffee:
- Store in an airtight container in a dark spot at room temperature. Air, moisture, heat and light all cause coffee to quickly lose its fresh flavor.
- For best flavor, use whole beans within two weeks and ground coffee within a few days.
- Coffee made with a French press, or press pot, retains more flavor, essential oils and the cafestol and kahweol compounds than drip methods.
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Bottom Line: Coffee is safe for most adults when consumed in moderation. Drinking up to 3 cups of coffee per day, providing up to 400 milligrams of caffeine daily is not associated with an increase in long-term health risks in healthy individuals. Coffee by itself is a no calorie choice, however adding milk, cream, whipped cream, chocolate, sugar, or syrup flavors will create a high calorie, sugary choice. Experts advise to minimize the “extras” and try low fat dairy or an alternative without sugar for the most nutritious choice.
Curious to include coffee in your cancer protective diet? Try these recipes:
| An Integrative Approach to Wellness in Cancer | |
Tuesday, October 25, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Discuss mind-body techniques, nutrition, physical activity, spirituality, and various integrative therapies that may optimize wellness and healing in a cancer diagnosis.
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On the Stalk Brussel Sprouts
Serves 4-6
Total Time: 50 mins
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For Brussel Sprouts
- 1 large stalk Brussels sprouts
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
For Garlic Dijon Dip
- 2 Tbsp. Tahini or almond butter
- 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
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Autumn Salad
Serves 8
Total Time: 5 min
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- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 8 cups market greens kale, arugula, or spinach
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 persimmons sliced into wedges
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Goat cheese – optional
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Apple Snack Board
Serves 5
Total Time: 5 min
- Apples, sliced
- Natural peanut, almond, and/or sunflower seed butters
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