Goodness: : Mushrooms are classified as vegetables in the food world, but they are not technically plants. They belong to the fungi kingdom. Mushrooms are high in antioxidants, which help get rid of free radicals, a type of chemical that can harm a person’s body cells, potentially leading to cancer. They are also high in selenium a mineral that is not present in most other fruits and vegetables. Selenium plays a role in liver enzyme function and helps detoxify some cancer-causing compounds in the body. Additionally, selenium helps prevent inflammation
CANutrition Tip: Cancer nutrition guidelines suggest a total red meat intake of around 400-500g a week. Red meat can make an important contribution during the treatment stage as it is high in protein, iron and zinc. The fresh flavours incorporated into this beef salad can help those who are struggling with taste and low blood counts
CANutrition Tip: Lean pork is nutrient-rich meat. Pork cuts are now up to 16% leaner than they were 20 years ago. Pork is very high in protein, It also packs in lots of potassium, riboflavin and zinc, and is an excellent source of vitamin B6, thiamin, phosphorus and niacin. Pork is naturally low in sodium, too. This recipe combines lean pork with lots of colourful and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
600g pork fillet, finely sliced
1/2 cup of oyster sauce
2 pinches Chinese five spice powder
1 large brown onion finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
150g fresh ginger
CANutrition Tip: This recipe includes the super cruciferous vegetable cauliflower. Cauliflower adds crunch and the bite of lots of benefits due to the combination of phytochemicals called carotenoids, tocopherols and ascorbic acid. All working together as potent antioxidants they combine with the spice tastes, red lentils and peas to make a delicious curry dahl. Dahl is a good recipe if you have a sore or dry mouth or if it hurts to swallow.
Ingredients
2 tbsp rice bran or canola oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tbsp medium-hot Indian