Nutrition

Recipes and Holistic Remedies for Cancer Prevention

The big "C" word has really been on my mind lately. As a parent, we worry constantly about our children, who doesn’t, but when you have to take your child in to check for cancer every 6 weeks, it is both mentally and emotionally exhausting.

We do a blood draw every 6 weeks, meet with his oncologist, and then we hold our breath and wait for the results. Every other 6 week appointment, they also do an abdomen ultrasound to check for tumors in his organs. It seems every time we get past the big “C” scare, with clear test results, we are headed right back to the hospital for the next round of appointments. It is a constant battle to stay positive and an emotional rollercoaster of ups and downs. Some days are easier than others, and some days I break down in tears and ask God, “Why?”. I may never know the answer or see His greater work in all this, but the only way I’ve been able to come to terms with the fact that he has a high risk for cancer is to try to do what I can at home to help lessen that risk. It is the only way I’ve been able to stay somewhat sane, and the key word is somewhat. I don’t think the fear will ever go away, but at least I feel a little more empowered over his health and the rest I have to just leave in God’s hands.

In this blog you will find all sorts of holistic remedies that I’ve found through my research, which MAY help with cancer prevention. I do not claim that any of these resources are in fact cancer preventing, but it can’t hurt to eat a healthy balanced diet and to incorporate food, herbs, and essential oils in our daily routine. I hope you discover recipes and holistic remedies that will give you strength when facing cancer.

Disclaimer: I do not claim that any of these recipes and holistic remedies are in fact cancer preventing or cancer healing. Please check with your child’s pediatrician before trying any new treatment or diet.

A delicious and healthy lactation cookie proven to help promote your milk supply. I waited 9 months to eat cookie dough and couldn't wait to curb the craving once baby boy Jacob was born. After Jacob had several medical issues and difficulties with feeding, I was forced to continue pumping, which did not help promote an adequate milk supply. If you know me, you realize how much of a cookie fanatic I am, and not just a fanatic, a picky-fanatic-cookie-eater! So when it came to finding the perfect lactation cookie, I had to combine several recipes to create the best!

Mama's Best Lactation Cookies

by Jennifer Wesselink author of mybwsbaby.com

photo courtesy of MuchAdoAboutBaking

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

1 3/4 cup oats

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1 tsp cinnamon

2/4 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup butter softened

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 eggs

1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

3 tblsp flax seed ground

5 tblsp water

3 tblsp brewer's yeast (must be brewer's yeast and can be found at most health food stores in the vitamin & supplement section)

12 oz dark chocolate chips

Directions

In a medium bowl combine flour, oats, baking soda, salt, cinnamon.

In a large mixing bowl, mix together peanut butter, butter, sugar, vanilla, brewer's yeast.

Stir together flax seed with water, and add to mixture.

Add eggs.

Add dry flour mixture to the mixing bowl.

Fold in coconut and chocolate chips.

Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto cookie sheet

Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.

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Mama's Best Lactation Cookies

Mama's Best Lactation Cookies

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