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...]
New Cancer Dietitian Program!! Nutrition After Cancer: What to Eat, What to Avoid
I am VERY excited to announce that The Cancer Dietitian has a new program to offer! It's called Nutrition After Cancer: What to Eat, What to Avoid and it's a Survivor Diet educational series delivered to your email box! Thanks to the help of my dietetic intern, Jacqie Shoe, and her co-interns in the Virginia Tech dietetic internship program, it is now available for you to sign up! If you're tired of wondering what you should and should not be eating as a cancer survivor, … [Read more...]
Back to the Basics. The Cancer Dietitian Nutrition Philosophy!
It's been a little while since I blogged! I always get great ideas but then can't seem to pull together enough time to put something down. With all of my other "work hats," blogging seems to fall last on my list. But it is still one of my favorite things to do. Most of my blogging ideas actually come from you - my readers and those who come to my programs or have joined me on social media! Your questions, emails and comments are always helpful in guiding me to the latest … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Diet Resources
The Mediterranean Diet is one of the plant based eating patterns that I recommend to my clients as a healthy eating pattern for cancer survivors and those interested in risk reduction. On our oncology dietitian listserve a few weeks ago, someone asked for recommendations for helping clients to make more Mediterranean syle recipes. A lot of great recommendations came up and I wanted to have them all in one place for future reference so here we are! A note about 'Diets' First … [Read more...]
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