Ninety percent of cancer has been linked to environmental factors, including the air we breathe, the chemicals to which we are exposed, and the damaged, low-nutrient foods that we eat. Cancer is considered an immune, as well as an inflammatory disease. 

 

An eating plan that includes primarily organic meats, sufficient vegetables and fruits and healthy fats such as olive oil and avocados, has been shown to support immune function and reduce inflammation.  Eating five to six times per day helps balance blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation and support energy and healing.

 

Although eating five to six times per day sounds simple, most people need support, direction and sometimes, assistance of family members to put new eating patterns into practice. Nutritional Weight & Wellness provides direction, menus and organic resources for people wanting to prevent cancer, or to support the treatment and healing of those with cancer.

 

Research has shown adults who have higher concentrations of antioxidants realize better outcomes with cancer. Recent studies of children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia found that children tolerated treatment better when they ate more vegetables and fruits, which helped maintain higher antioxidant levels in their bodies. (Pediatric Blood and Cancer, online December 27, 2004.)

 

Nutritional Weight & Wellness offers classes that provide a solid knowledge base in nutrition for those interested in cancer prevention and immune enhancement. If you would like this nutritional information, enroll in the Weight & Wellness series. However, if you have been diagnosed with cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, cancer cases are so individualized that we suggest that you schedule an individual consultation to obtain an eating plan and specific recommendations for your situation.