Meat Free Monday
Sweet potato is an excellent source of vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), a very good source of vitamin C and manganese, and a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin B6 and potassium. This… Continue reading
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Meat Free Monday
Last week I posted on the latest research published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, which reports that higher alpha-carotene blood levels were associated with a lower risk of dying from cancer and cardiovascular disease.… Continue reading
For maximum health benefits, pick your veggies wisely
Research has shown that maintaining a healthy vegetable and fruit rich diet may decrease your chances of a cancer recurrence. The key is to pick vegetables and fruit abundant in alpha-carotene. Alpha-carotene belongs to the carotenoid… Continue reading
Meat Free Monday
I have vivid memories as a child of jars of beetroot swimming in dreadful vinegar, which almost put me off it forever. Luckily I discovered later in life how flavoursome and versatile this root vegetable can be. Beetroot… Continue reading
Meat Free Monday
I love a creamy risotto and this one makes good use of one of my favourite comfort foods- butternut squash. Butternut squash is a nutritious food option that is filling and sweet. It… Continue reading
Meat Free Monday
Today’s recipe is dedicated to my friend Luann who was telling me all about the veggies she is planting in her garden, including broccoli. It is a great choice for her garden as… Continue reading
Dangers of antioxidants during cancer treatment
When I underwent my treatment for breast cancer in 2004, I read many articles and books recommending this vitamin regimen, or that cleanse and detox programme, and like many others, ended up more… Continue reading
