Spices Are Plant Foods! In my past blogs I have emphasized the importance of phytochemicals (which come from plant foods) in reducing risk for cancer. Spices are another great source of phytochemicals. All different types of spices are beneficial: cinnamon, oregano, basil, curry, rosemary, ginger, etc. There seem to be a lot of talk online and through word of mouth about how different spices can "kill cancer." Specifically, turmeric gets named a lot and I have clients who … [Read more...]
Recipes from Chef Malena with the Mindful Eating Class
The Mindful Eating class had the pleasure of having Chef Malena come and make some of her easy recipes for people on the go. She isn't a huge believer in firm recipes but rather tastes as she goes to see what tastes good. These amounts are approximations but everything is delicious! Recipes! Curry Chickpea Wrap For this recipe, you can taste as you go. It is great to make the night before and wrap for lunch the next day. Also, for additional toppings and flavors, if you think … [Read more...]
It’s Easy to Make Your Own Spice Mixes! Taco Seasoning and Italian Seasoning Mix Recipes.
You know those mixes you buy at the store? Do you actually know what's in them? And are they really worth the price you pay? Typically, spice mixes have processed ingredients added to them. They might not be harmful, but they're not necessary. Besides the fact, you can make many of the typical blends much cheaper at home! Spices are a great way to boost your phytochemical intake! As a reminder, phytochemicals are naturally occurring plant chemicals that provide plants with … [Read more...]
Sweet Potatoes: A Cancer Fighting Combo!
Sweet, Savory, and Healthy....who ever thought that would be a combination! The sweet potato is something that should not just be eaten during the holidays piled with sugar and marshmallows! Sweet potatoes come in different varieties. Skin and flesh colors range from cream all the way to a dark pink or purple. As usual, the darker the color the more nutrients! In this case, the darker varieties have more cancer fighting carotenoids (FYI, there are more than 600 … [Read more...]
Cancer Fighting Spices: Oregano
A Family Favorite! Oregano is such a great spice! You can add it to almost anything including soups, pizza, sandwiches, and eggs. Just last night I made a "Real Italian Pizza" as inspired by Elizabeth's Pizza here in Winston Salem. I put olive oil on the crust with some crushed garlic, added tomatoes, onion, green pepper and sprinkled oregano, basil and crushed red pepper to it. Yum! Oregano can be grown in your yard very easily. Or, for an even more instant use, you can used the … [Read more...]
