April 28, 2016
At Hope4Cancer, we take extreme pride in the location of our clinics. Our flagship site is located in Baja California, Mexico, just south of San Diego and nestled right across the road from an expansive boardwalk and beautiful beach. Cultural experiences abound: You can take in some music from a mariachi band, shop the...
April 14, 2016
In honor of National Garlic Day on April 19, I’m excited to share a recipe for one of my favorite garlic-laden entrees: mahi-mahi with garlic, rosemary and orange zest. (The recipe is adapted from one I found on Integrative Cancer Awareness.) But first, I want to share a little more information...
April 7, 2016
Ketchup is one of the most popular condiments in the United States. Surveys have shown that more than 90 percent of American households use it, and some 650 million bottles of Heinz-brand ketchup are sold each year. I enjoy ketchup (or is it catsup?) as much as the next person,...
April 4, 2016
When men are diagnosed with cancer, the women in their lives often find themselves thrust into a new role. No longer just a wife, mother, sister or daughter—now they’re also a caregiver. While many women are caring by nature, being a cancer caregiver might not come naturally. Hope4Cancer patient Carl Barrett...
March 31, 2016
Some holidays, like New Year’s Eve and Thanksgiving, are big. Others are small. But they’re all cause for celebration in my book. In that spirit, April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! And because the average American consumes some 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches by the age of...
March 24, 2016
Almond milk is a plant-based alternative to traditional cow’s milk, and it’s becoming increasingly popular. I personally love its creamy texture and nutty flavor, and find it delicious to enjoy on its own. I also love to cook with it; in fact, it’s a useful ingredient in many healthy recipes....
March 21, 2016
For many, cancer treatment is all-consuming. Day in and day out, patients are told what to do and when to do it. So, naturally, they’re often a little unsure about what comes next when they finally hear the words, “You’re cancer-free!” I always tell people there’s no singular solution. For...
March 17, 2016
From shamrocks and leprechauns to big parades and wearing green, St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday chock-full of traditions, the histories and explanations of which are quite interesting. My favorite tradition, however, has to be eating green. Before you roll your eyes and think your only options for healthy green...
March 15, 2016
In both news reports and now in TV ads, the concept of bio-immunotherapy has been a hot topic for several years. But as amazing as these products are portrayed, I’m often asked how these wonder drugs work and whether they have any lurking dangers. What is Bio-Immunotherapy? Any discussion about...
March 10, 2016
The cracker – that basic snacking staple – actually has quite the history, dating back centuries. Immigrants and explorers used to eat hardtack – the cracker’s predecessor – because it didn’t spoil for years. Troops in the Civil War then paired it with cheese to make an ad hoc breakfast or lunch....
March 3, 2016
Despite the numerous choices that appear in the salad dressing aisle at the supermarket, one classic seems to always be in demand: ranch. According to a Prepared Foods article, “the average American eats salad dressing about 38 times per year, with ranch the choice for nearly 40 percent of those consumption opportunities.” Moreover,...
February 25, 2016
The word “brunch” first appeared in print in the United States some 120 years ago, and the activity was originally viewed as an elaborate eating experience only for the wealthy. Of course, as we all know, it’s since made big gains in both popularity and accessibility. The New York Times called Sunday a “two-meal...
February 18, 2016
In addition to colder temperatures, most of us associate the month of February with Valentine’s Day. But did you know this cold winter month also houses another holiday of sorts? I’m talking about National Chili Day! It’s celebrated each year on the fourth Thursday in February, making Feb. 25 this year’s big day. The...
February 11, 2016
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, which means love is in the air! If you’re like millions of people around the world, you might be tempted to shower your loved one with candies and chocolates. In fact, it’s estimated that people spend $1.7 billion on Valentine’s Day candy each year and purchase 58 million pounds...
February 8, 2016
Cancer not only affects the cancer patients themselves, but also impacts their homes, families and relationships. Tens of thousands of women are diagnosed with cancer each year, causing the men in their lives to assume the role of caregiver. I first met Pam Pinney when she came to Hope4Cancer as a breast cancer patient to continue...
February 4, 2016
February was made for chocolate. Of course, Valentine’s Day is next week, and we all know by now the benefits of chocolate on heart health. And because February is American Heart Month, I’m sure you’ll hear a lot more about chocolate everywhere you turn in the coming weeks. The problem is most...
January 28, 2016
Super Bowl 50 is almost here! Basically a national holiday, the event is filled with food, friends, fun—and of course a little bit of football. While it’s easy to fall into the trap of eating junk food and drinking too much, it is possible to enjoy a Super Bowl party and still...
January 14, 2016
The holidays are now over, and you may be feeling a little lighter in the wallet and possibly a little sluggish from all of the holiday indulgences. The new year is a great time to gently reset your systems, to cleanse your body and get it back into its healthy state....
January 7, 2016
I don’t know about you, but I love food! I love the simplicity and pure perfection of a fresh banana, the juiciness of a ripe tomato, and the new and wonderful flavors you can create by combining whole foods and various spices. Food is also one of our most powerful allies in the...
December 31, 2015
Such a versatile and useful food, tortillas are great for wraps, desserts, snacks—unfortunately, most of the options you’ll find at the grocery store are not very healthy. It’s almost impossible to find a vegan, gluten-free and grain-free option on the shelves, and if you do find a grain-free tortilla, it usually contains a...
December 17, 2015
For our patients at Hope4Cancer – and those participating in our Home Program – I typically don’t recommend cookies or other types of sweets in their diet. Healing cancer and eating sugar just don’t go together! But we also know it’s the holiday season, and everyone deserves a little treat. The good news...