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You Want Multivitamins? Here, Eat This.

Conner Middelmann on October 21, 2012

In my last post I boasted that I would give you a recipe that could put any multivitamin pill to shame; here it is. This may be the most nutrient-dense, cancer-protective recipe I know.

In my last post I boasted that I would give you a recipe that could put any multivitamin pill to shame; here it is. This may be the most nutrient-dense, cancer-protective recipe I know.

Diet
Do Multivitamins Cut Cancer Risk?

Conner Middelmann on October 19, 2012

Did you read this week's study about multivitamins cutting cancer risk? I'm skeptical: first, because of the less-than-representative population studied. Second, because the 8% protection is puny compared to what can be achieved by eating well, exercising and not smoking. And third, because the study was sponsored by vitamin supplement manufacturers. Eat real food, people!

Did you read this week's study about multivitamins cutting cancer risk? I'm skeptical: first, because of the less-than-representative population studied. Second, because the 8% protection is puny compared to what can be achieved by eating well, exercising and not smoking. And third, because the study was sponsored by vitamin supplement manufacturers. Eat real food, people!

Omega-3
Is It Still Safe To Eat Rice?

Conner Middelmann on October 17, 2012

In light of the recent discovery of arsenic—a powerful carcinogen—in many commonly eaten rice products, many of us are wondering whether we should still be eating the grain.

In light of the recent discovery of arsenic—a powerful carcinogen—in many commonly eaten rice products, many of us are wondering whether we should still be eating the grain.

Cross-Cultural Psychology
Universal Healthcare

Conner Middelmann on October 17, 2012

If every culture on this planet has its chicken soup, that's not by chance: it is quite possibly the most nourishing dish there is. This recipe—part of my Breast Cancer Awareness Month recipe give-away—contains a whole slew of anti-cancer ingredients.

If every culture on this planet has its chicken soup, that's not by chance: it is quite possibly the most nourishing dish there is. This recipe—part of my Breast Cancer Awareness Month recipe give-away—contains a whole slew of anti-cancer ingredients.

Diet
Ballroom Cooking, Mediterranean-Style

Conner Middelmann on October 16, 2012

At the Society for Integrative Oncology's annual conference we discovered that Mediterranean-style cooking can be done almost anywhere—even in a Marriott ballroom. Delicious ingredients, simple preparations and good cheer guaranteed!

At the Society for Integrative Oncology's annual conference we discovered that Mediterranean-style cooking can be done almost anywhere—even in a Marriott ballroom. Delicious ingredients, simple preparations and good cheer guaranteed!

Friends
A Breast Cancer Warrior's Soul Food

Conner Middelmann on October 8, 2012

Today's post features a recipe shared by Verity, a British metastatic breast cancer thriver: a nutrient-packed vegetarian "Cottage Pie" that will warm your belly on a cold winter's night.

Today's post features a recipe shared by Verity, a British metastatic breast cancer thriver: a nutrient-packed vegetarian "Cottage Pie" that will warm your belly on a cold winter's night.

Health
A Healthier Nutella

Conner Middelmann on October 7, 2012

Chocolate and hazelnuts are a match made in heaven, as I think most of us would agree. Here's a recipe for a healthy home-made spread containing hazelnuts and cocoa sweetened with prunes and honey and rounded off with a smidgen of vanilla. All the taste but none of the empty calories of the commercial brands. Enjoy!

Chocolate and hazelnuts are a match made in heaven, as I think most of us would agree. Here's a recipe for a healthy home-made spread containing hazelnuts and cocoa sweetened with prunes and honey and rounded off with a smidgen of vanilla. All the taste but none of the empty calories of the commercial brands. Enjoy!

Genetics
Keeping Warm

Conner Middelmann on October 6, 2012

With winter moving in, reach for warming herbs to keep chills at bay. Today I'm sharing the recipe for a hot ginger-lemon infusion that will warm you to the tips of your toes and kill a few bacteria, fungi and cancer cells on the way.

With winter moving in, reach for warming herbs to keep chills at bay. Today I'm sharing the recipe for a hot ginger-lemon infusion that will warm you to the tips of your toes and kill a few bacteria, fungi and cancer cells on the way.

Antioxidant
Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Egg-free and Delicious

Conner Middelmann on October 5, 2012

Now you can have your chocolate mousse and eat it too, for this seemingly decadent confection boasts a list of health virtues as long as my arm. If this sounds too good to be true, it gets even better: this healthy, tasty dessert only takes five minutes to prepare!

Now you can have your chocolate mousse and eat it too, for this seemingly decadent confection boasts a list of health virtues as long as my arm. If this sounds too good to be true, it gets even better: this healthy, tasty dessert only takes five minutes to prepare!

Diet
Eat Your Veggies

Conner Middelmann on October 4, 2012

Most of us know that eating broccoli lowers our risk of cancer, but steamed or boiled broccoli is so boring, isn't it? Rediscover the crunchy delight of broccoli with the help of this recipe.

Most of us know that eating broccoli lowers our risk of cancer, but steamed or boiled broccoli is so boring, isn't it? Rediscover the crunchy delight of broccoli with the help of this recipe.

Diet
A Seasonal Vegetable to Cut Cancer Risk

Conner Middelmann on October 3, 2012

Because of their high water content and bland flavor, many people think that eggplants don’t offer much in the way of nutrients. However, nothing could be further from the truth! Find out here how eggplants can cut our cancer risk.

Because of their high water content and bland flavor, many people think that eggplants don’t offer much in the way of nutrients. However, nothing could be further from the truth! Find out here how eggplants can cut our cancer risk.

Diet
Day Two: A Recipe A Day To Keep Cancer Away

Conner Middelmann on October 2, 2012

You don't have to start the day with sweet, starchy food: try this vegan apple-sweetened lentil stew that's packed with anti-cancer ingredients and will keep you sated for hours.

You don't have to start the day with sweet, starchy food: try this vegan apple-sweetened lentil stew that's packed with anti-cancer ingredients and will keep you sated for hours.

Diet
A Recipe A Day To Keep Cancer Away

Conner Middelmann on October 1, 2012

As my contribution to Breast Cancer Awareness Month I will publish an anti-cancer recipe here every day throughout the month of October.

As my contribution to Breast Cancer Awareness Month I will publish an anti-cancer recipe here every day throughout the month of October.

Diet
10 Ways To Eat Organic Without Breaking The Bank

Conner Middelmann on September 17, 2012

Most of us want to eat clean, uncontaminated foods, but not everybody can afford to go organic. For those of us seeking to boost our defenses against cancer, this dilemma can be a real headache. And yet, the cost of organic food doesn’t have to be prohibitive!

Most of us want to eat clean, uncontaminated foods, but not everybody can afford to go organic. For those of us seeking to boost our defenses against cancer, this dilemma can be a real headache. And yet, the cost of organic food doesn’t have to be prohibitive!

Health
Why It's Worth Eating Organic Food

Conner Middelmann on September 7, 2012

As the dust following the media storm over organic food settles, it’s time to draw some conclusions. Mine is: if you want to lower your cancer risk, you’re better off choosing organics. No matter what the latest study says.

As the dust following the media storm over organic food settles, it’s time to draw some conclusions. Mine is: if you want to lower your cancer risk, you’re better off choosing organics. No matter what the latest study says.

Diet
Let's Eat, Drink and Grow Old Together

Conner Middelmann on May 11, 2012

Three villages in Sicily's Sicani Mountains boast more than twice as many hundred-year-olds as the rest of Europe. The secret of their longevity? According to new research, they eat fresh, unprocessed food, lead active lives and never get lonely. Mediterranean diet and lifestyle at their best.

Three villages in Sicily's Sicani Mountains boast more than twice as many hundred-year-olds as the rest of Europe. The secret of their longevity? According to new research, they eat fresh, unprocessed food, lead active lives and never get lonely. Mediterranean diet and lifestyle at their best.

Health
For Healthy Green Tea, Brew Your Own

Conner Middelmann on April 24, 2012

Never shy about jumping on a health bandwagon, industrial beverage manufacturers have been cashing in on the benefits of green tea. (Ginseng and honey anyone? Nectarine white tea? Or, for the cancer-conscious, some green tea with pomegranate extract?)

Never shy about jumping on a health bandwagon, industrial beverage manufacturers have been cashing in on the benefits of green tea. (Ginseng and honey anyone? Nectarine white tea? Or, for the cancer-conscious, some green tea with pomegranate extract?)

Health
Are Glass Straws the Answer to BPA Risks?

Conner Middelmann on April 12, 2012

Glass drinking straws have become all the rage as health-conscious consumers seek to reduce their exposure to potentially cancer-causing plastic compounds in their food. But does this really solve the problem of BPA and plastic food containers? Unfortunately, no.

Glass drinking straws have become all the rage as health-conscious consumers seek to reduce their exposure to potentially cancer-causing plastic compounds in their food. But does this really solve the problem of BPA and plastic food containers? Unfortunately, no.