Kimberly Mathai MS RD CDE - The Cancer Wellness Cookbook: Smart Nutrition and Delicious Recipes for People Living with Cancer

Fighting cancer with good nutrition need not be boring or unappetizing. The new edition of the Cancer Lifeline cookbook combines sound, research-based nutritional advice with delicious recipes and practical meal planning and preparation tips. Unlike many other cookbooks, it includes per serving nutritional breakdowns that are helpful to those who are watching their protein, fat, and carbohydrate intake. This book is a wonderful resource for anyone who wants to eat well and stay healthy.

Patricia L. Dawson, MD, PhD, FACS; Medical Director, Swedish Cancer Institute Breast Program, Seattle, WA; Medical Director, True Family Womens Cancer Center, Seattle, WA

The Cancer Wellness Cookbook is a helpful resource for patients and their caregivers. More than a cookbook, it gathers information about biological interactions that been shown to affect cancer cells, and how certain foods may increase the bodys ability to fight disease and handle side effects from treatment. The recipes are designed to help encourage cancer patients to eat, with intriguing tastes and textures that can keep patients interested in food. The healthy focus is good for the entire family, and is a great direction for the after cancer lifestyle.

Rick Clarfeld, MD; Breast Surgeon, Overlake Medical Clinics Breast Surgery, Bellevue, WA

The Cancer Wellness Cookbook is an excellent resource that is current, concise, and informative. The tips to help minimize acute problems are relevant and the basic principles of healthy eating will aid in successful cancer survivorship. I applaud Cancer Lifeline, the authors, and many collaborators for creating a book that not only will help patients and families, but will serve as an excellent primer for health care professionals.

Eric Taylor, MD; Radiation Oncology, Evergreen Health, Kirkland, WA

Copyright 2004, 2014 by Cancer Lifeline

All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form, or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

A previous edition of this book was published as The Cancer Lifeline Cookbook.

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Trade Paperback Project editor: Nancy W. Cortelyou
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DISCLAIMER: Cancer Lifeline makes no warranty of any nature, expressed or implied, concerning the effectiveness of the recipes or diet suggestions included in this publication as a means to prevent or cure any form of cancer.

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Cancer Lifeline and the author would like to thank all the cancer survivorsas well as their caregivers, family members, and friendswhose desire to make healthy nutritional choices, improve their sense of well-being, and take more control over their lives provided the inspiration for The Cancer Wellness Cookbook .

CONTENTS

RECIPE LIST

INTRODUCTION

N EW SCIENCE CONTINUES TO EMERGE THAT LINKS CANCER SURVIVAL , risk of cancer recurrence, and cancer prevention with diet and physical activity. This scientific evidence is so compelling that the American Cancer Society estimates that nearly one-third of all cancer deaths are related to these two factors.

Nutrition can have a significant impact on preventing cancer and may also have a role in fighting cancer once it has developed. Whats more, nutrition and other lifestyle factors may help lower cancer survivors chances of developing secondary cancers and having recurrences.

Because good nutrition is so important before, during, and after treatment, The Cancer Wellness Cookbook is primarily for people living with cancer and for cancer survivors. However, this book is also intended for anyone interested in a health-conscious diet. It sets the stage for a healthier lifestyle from which we all can benefit.

The first edition of the cookbook, which was published in 1996, was created because clients of Cancer Lifeline kept asking, So what do I eat now? Cancer patients are often confused about nutrition because they are encouraged to maintain their weighteven if that means eating a high-fat, high-sugar, low-fiber, low-nutrient diet.

While this may be necessary in some cases, current thinking tells us that its often possible to maintain weight on a diet that emphasizes healthy fats; quality, protein-rich foods; and high-fiber, nutrient-dense foods. These foods also help boost the bodys ability to fight disease.

In developing this latest edition of The Cancer Wellness Cookbook , we have updated the scientific information on the link between food and cancer and added a variety of delicious and healthy new recipes. Some of the nations top chefs have shared their favorite recipes with us to include in the book. Weve also added recipes from people in the community, cancer patients, cancer survivors, and people working in the cancer field.

What You Can Expect from The Cancer Wellness Cookbook

Easy-to-understand descriptions of the key components of good nutrition, including the Top 10 Super Foods, which may protect and fight against cancer.

Practical, easy-to-implement suggestions for incorporating healthy eating into your lifestyle.

A variety of recipes for great-tasting, nutritious dishes that are quick and simple to make, even if youre a novice in the kitchen.

A helpful resource for caregivers who are trying to make meals that are healthy and appetizing for a cancer patient. Many of these caregivers are spouses who have limited cooking experience.

Suggestions for reducing the side effects of cancer treatment.

Help in improving your quality of life and your sense of well-being and control.

It is important to remember that diet alone is not the sole cause of any cancer, nor is a nutritious diet alone an effective treatment for cancer. It can be a valuable and powerful tool, however, to maintain the highest degree of wellness before, during, and after treatment. Moreover, nutrition and healthy eating may promote survivorship and help prevent cancer recurrence.

We hope this book assists you in making choices that feel right for you. Happy reading and healthy eating!

T HE WARMTH OF A SMILE THE COMFORT OF A HUG THE ABSENCE of judgment the support of a listening ear the healing of laughter

Thats the essence and the power of Cancer Lifeline. For forty years we have been enriching the lives of those impacted by cancer. Were a nonprofit organization providing cancer patients and their family members, caregivers, friends, and coworkers with the education, resources, and emotional support to live with cancer.