Recommended Books
The following books have been valuable resources for me:
Beating Cancer with Nutrition
This was one of the first books that a friend sent to me in 2004 when the cancer metastasized. It should be a “must read” for all Doctors, Physicians Assistants and Nurses! It doesn’t propose that cancer can be tackled with nutrition alone, but how it works with conventional treatments It can greatly improve the outcome and quality of life for the patient. It also provides hope...hope in the form of knowledge. With increased knowledge you become a more active participant in this battle against the disease. You feel like what you do makes a difference...and believe me...IT DOES!! Read this book. (Includes some wonderful recipes, too!)
Cancer Survivor’s Nutrition & Health Guide-Eating Well and Getting Better During and After Cancer Treatment by Gene Spiller, PH.D., and Connie Bruce, DR. P.H., R.D.
This book provides information about the role of nutrition in all stages of recovery. They have included menu plans for the days before and after treatment, comfort foods infused with added nutrients, and many ideas for incorporating protective foods into your regular diet.
One Bite at a Time - Nourishing Recipes for People with Cancer, Survivors, and their Caregivers by Rebecca Katz
Rebecca is a graduate of The Natural Gourmet Cookery School and the Institute of Food & Health and founder of the Inner Cook, a culinary business focused on teaching individuals and communities how to make healthy connections with food. She is the senior chef at the Commonweal Cancer Help Program and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. You can find out more about her at The Inner Cook.