I have been very lucky in my life to have had a strong interest and education in the sciences. That interest and education saved my life. Here is my story: In high school, I instinctively understood and comprehended the complexity of the double helix, the building block of our genetic makeup. I was intrigued by [...]
by Chef Colombe A frittata is a type of Italian omelet - you can add almost anything to the eggs. It is also delicious eaten cold and makes an ideal “Grab and Go” snack. Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups fresh spinach 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped ¾ cup ground turkey [...]
I am looking at scars that I have on my body, which have lived with me for years now. These scars remind me that my body has been healing, quietly, with conscious input from me, for years now. But it wasn’t always this simple... Having a bout with a chronic disease a few years [...]
It is essential to understand that food is the ultimate medicine. There are no drugs, vitamins, or man-made substances that will influence your health as profoundly as the whole unaltered foods you consume. Cutting edge research shows that no single diet works well for everyone. The vast majority of diets out there on the market [...]
by Chef Colombe Do you ever get a craving for just a little bit of chocolate? Yes? Well, these little guys are just the ticket to tickle your taste buds. Loaded with protein, they will satisfy your hunger and keep you going steady until your next meal. Yield: 30 Ingredients: 1 cup organic, gluten-free rolled [...]
Betty: 55 y/o female, Stage III Cancer of the Larynx Treatment: Active Chemotherapy combined with Radiation Symptom: Nausea/Vomiting – with the use of Cisplatin, but not limited to. Strategies: Hydration: If you are feeling nauseated or actually vomiting, it is so important that you get adequately hydrated. The more dehydrated you get, the worse your [...]
by Chef Colombe As sophisticated as this recipe sounds, it is really very simple to make. I like to top off my salad greens with a spoonful, as well as serve it as an accompaniment with fish. Yield: about 2 cups Ingredients: 1 to 1½ pounds eggplant 2–4 garlic cloves, minced 3 shallots, minced 1 [...]
There are many causes of fatigue in patients who have cancer and they stem from multiple things. One that often occurs is “Reduced Energy Intake,” or simply the patient is just not eating. This is also known as “Increased Resting Energy.” Just as you are sitting here, you are burning a certain number of calories, but [...]
by Chef Colombe Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4 large zucchini or yellow squash, washed 1 Tbsp. coconut oil Sea salt Instructions: On a mandolin, or with a food processor, julienne the zucchini or squash and place in a colander. You can also use a "curly fry" attachment for creating spirals for more interest. Add a few [...]
You have made the decision to get healthier. You decide on a cleanse and are mentally prepared to take the herbs, consume the potions, use the essential oils, drink all that water, and whatever else comes with it. What most are not prepared for is suddenly feeling under the weather out of the blue. It [...]