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Shiitake-Miso Soup Recipe To Boost Immune System During Cancer Treatment

May 23, 2016 by Breast Cancer Authority Staff Leave a Comment

Include this immune boosting Shiitake-Miso Soup recipe as part of a cancer treatment plant-based diet. This delicious soup is made with organic vegetables that are full of micronutrients and carotenoids which are noted to help prevent breast cancer or other cancers. For more information read: Maximum Nutrition:Transitioning Toward a Plant-Based Diet With Michael Greger, M.D.

Shiitake-Miso Soup

Ingredients:

2 c. Alkaline water
1 c. Shiitake mushrooms, dried (cheaper at Asian markets, good source of zinc, concentrated source of Vitamin D, decreases cholesterol and boosts immune system)
1 c. chopped spinach
Drop of sesame oil (optional)
4 tsp. unpasteurized miso paste (lighter color has sweeter, less salty, more mellow flavor)

Directions:

In medium saucepan, bring water, mushrooms, spinach and sesame oil to a boil over medium heat.
Remove from heat.
Skim off some hot water and put it in a separate bow.
Add miso (2 tsp. per cup of water in recipe), whisk, then add back to soup.
Serve immediately.

Other options:

Add cubed tofu with the mushrooms.

Add cooked barley with the miso.

Add vegan Parmesan cheese and/or Asian chili sauce for extra flavor with the miso.

This delicious Shiitake Miso Soup recipe can be a part of an anti-cancer lifestyle that includes a variety of exercise, organic foods and clean pure water and air. There are a few easy steps to keep the body safe and healthy. Cultivate awareness of what goes into your body; stop and take notice of habits. Ask yourself “Is this good or bad for me? “Will it make me feel better or worse?” We all want to feel alive and vital.

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About Dawn Bradford Lange: Co-founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Dawn is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yoga therapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.

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Vegan Delicious Risotto Recipe For A Breast Cancer Diet

March 28, 2016 by Breast Cancer Authority Staff 1 Comment

This is a mountain of deliciousness… if you love mushrooms and rice, this recipe will provide you with the best combination! Always use organic ingredients when available.

What you need:

2 cups white basmati rice
4 Shiitake mushrooms
6-7 sliced champignon mushrooms
salt to taste
2-3 spoons olive oil
1 tbs cumin seeds
3 cups water

What to do:

First, soak the Shiitake mushrooms in 1 cup of boiled water for 5 minutes. Keep the water.
In a wide pot, saute the champignon mushrooms in the olive oil on a low heat for about 10 minutes.
Slice the Shiitake mushrooms and add them to the pot.
Add the salt, cumin seeds, mix well and add the rice. Mix again and add 2 cups of water plus the water of the Shiitake mushrooms.
I suggest here to taste the water to see if you have enough salt.
Let boil and then lower the heat and cook partly covered for about 15-20 minutes, or simply until there are no more water.
Close the cover and let sit for another 5 minutes.

Enjoy!

About Neeva Kedem: Couple of years ago my life took a nice turn when I became vegan. It happened after my 40th birthday; I kind of realized that my health and energy are not as they used to be, and that change is needed. After reading lots of researches and studies, I understood that eating healthier food that is based on plants and natural ingredients will be the best for me, and so I did. It didn’t happen overnight; first, I gave up red meat. Then chicken, which was very hard for me. And only about a year later – cheese and eggs. Today I can say that being vegan improved my health and energy levels, and that I love being vegan!

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How To Make A Medicinal Mushroom Extract

January 10, 2016 by Breast Cancer Authority Staff Leave a Comment

Modern research has confirmed the healing power within medicinal mushrooms is so extraordinary, it truly is magical. Taking a supplemental mushroom formula is an important aspect to maintaining good health. Whether you are currently in cancer treatment, or are simply interested in prevention, medicinal mushrooms can offer tremendous benefits.

Are you ready to start working with medicinal mushrooms in your home? Making a double extraction is actually very similar to making a tincture with plant material. The process is simple, and this easy step-by-step guide from Mountain Rose Herbs will help you create a mushroom double extraction of your own.

Double Extraction Method for Medicinal Mushrooms

Ingredients

80 proof or higher alcohol (I use vodka)
organic dried mushrooms such as Reishi, Maitake, Chaga, or Shiitake
spring water

Equipment

quart-size mason jars
stock pot
straining equipment: funnel and cheesecloth

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Instructions

Make an alcohol extract by filling a mason jar halfway full of dried mushrooms. Fill jar with the alcohol, making sure that it completely covers the mushrooms, but leave about a ½ inch of space at the top of the jar. Let it sit for a month. Shake daily.
After a month, strain mushroom-infused alcohol into another mason jar and set aside.
Next, make a water extract by bringing a half gallon of water to a simmer in a stock pot. Add the mushrooms from the alcohol extract to the simmering water.
Simmer the mushrooms for about 2 hours, until the water has reduced to approximately 8-16 ounces. Make sure to keep an eye on the water level, as you don’t want it to completely evaporate. You may need to add water to the stock pot throughout the process.
Let it cool. Strain and compost the mushrooms, reserving the mushroom-infused water.
Combine the water extract with the alcohol extract.
The final product is your mushroom double extract! The alcohol percentage should be somewhere between 25-35%, making it shelf-stable.

More Mushroom Recipes:
Red Reishi and Turkey Tail mushroom extracts (Featured Image)

DISCLAIMER: Please consult your physician before using any medicinal mushroom products for health purposes.

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Medicinal Mushroom Soup Recipe With Anit-Cancer Properties

January 4, 2016 by Breast Cancer Authority Staff 1 Comment

This recipe includes cancer fighting, immune boosting mushrooms, specifically Maitake and Shiitake mushrooms. It is easy to include nutritious and delicious mushrooms into your diet so you can benefit from their extraordinary properties. Whether you are fighting cancer, trying to prevent cancer or simply looking for delicious ways to stay healthy, you will enjoy this soup recipe. Always use organic ingredients when possible.

Ingredients

4 ounces maitake (hen of the woods) mushrooms, chopped
1/2 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in 1 cup hot water
1/2 pound assorted fresh mushrooms, (White Button, Creminis, Portabello) mixed with at least 6 ounces shiitakes
3 tablespoons olive oil (oil substitutions HERE)
2 large shallots, chopped
1 small leek, chopped
1 small white onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 medium Red Creamer potato, peeled and chopped
4 cups vegetable stock (Salt Free HERE)
2 tablespoons tamari
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Pink Himalayan Salt (optional)

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Directions

Drain the shiitake mushrooms and reserve the liquid. Chop all the mushrooms. Heat oil over medium flame in a soup pot.
Add mushrooms to pot along with shallot, leek, onion, celery, carrot, and potato. Increase heat to medium high, and cook vegetables, stirring often, until they begin to soften, about ten minutes.
Add soaking liquid from mushrooms, stock, tamari, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
Add thyme and rosemary, and puree with vertical hand blender until smooth.
Season to taste and simmer an additional 5 minutes.
Serves 4-6

A healthy diet is only one of several factors that can affect the immune system; exercise and stress management are just as important in improving your overall health and well being.