Here's my super simple and totally delicious way of making "chia pudding", which is actually what I like to eat for breakfast, or snack. Believe it or not, my 8 year old loves it too! I think i was one of the first bloggers on the face of the planet to blog about chia. Long before you could buy it at Costco! Want the evidence? Here's my 2012 post on it: https://www.cancerdietitian.com/wordpress/2012/02/is-chia-a-superfood-can-it-prevent-cancer-or-diabetes.html Chia is … [Read more...]
Make Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches
I don't know about you, but I love an egg and cheese sandwich in the morning. However, the time to cook the egg and clean the pan often prevent me from having it. I have a solution for you! Enter the "make ahead" breakfast sandwich! There are a few options for making the eggs/cheese. I have been making them on a muffin top pan. I realize this was invented in the Seinfeld days, so they probably don't exist anymore! You can make them in a regular muffin tin, although they … [Read more...]
Energy Bites Recipe with Julie’s Tips!
I'm taking some time to type up this recipe today because I have literally made energy bites probably 20 times in the last few weeks for groups and classes. They are delicious and so easy because they are NO BAKE. Omega-3 fats, fiber, as well as protein and carbs all combine perfectly to give you an energy boost! FYI I took two versions (one from Holly Clegg’s Eating Well Through Cancer Cookbook and the other from this website) as inspiration. My recipe is a combination of the … [Read more...]
Savory Collards with Mushrooms Recipe, as Promised!
Collards are in the cruciferous vegetable family along with: kale broccoli cauliflower brussels sprouts arugula cabbage This family of vegetables are known to have many important nutrients and are also thought to play a role in assisting our bodies in reducing cancer risk. I typically recommend to my clients to attempt to get a cruciferous veggie on as many days as possible. There are so many ways to enjoy them, including raw, roasted or sauteed. For 15 … [Read more...]
The Best Smoothie EVER! Peanut Butter Chocolate Smoothie Recipe. YUM!
I make this this recipe with my groups all the time. So if it's a repeat, I apologize. I don't think I have actually posted the recipe though! This week I did a recipe demonstration for the Patient Power Facebook page. I am a regular contributor to their page, and website. They are a great place for science based information to help you make decisions regarding treatments and also about ways to improve well being after diagnosis. Anyway, for those who want some inspiration … [Read more...]
5 – The Science on GMOs and Health
Do you wonder what the deal is with GMOs and genetic engineering? Do you wish someone could explain the basics with a level head and without trying to convince you of their perspective? GMOs are a HEATED topic these days. But it doesn't have to be! Grab a coffee, or a beer, and have a listen as Julie does her best to explain what GMOs are and what the current evidence is regarding their effects on our health and the environment. All in 25 minutes, of course! In typical … [Read more...]
Recipes from Yesterdays Cooking Class!
Yesterday I had the privilege of speaking to the Breast Cancer Wellness Group at Cancer Services, the non-profit that I work for. It was a lot of fun and in just 1.5 hours, we pretty much had a full meal. The meal consisted of roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli, BBQ chicken, 7 superfood salad, and chocolate hummus with sliced apples. Outside of the hummus, all the other recipes were ones that I use ALL THE TIME! In fact, the 7 superfood salad isn't even a recipe. It's … [Read more...]
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