"Curry Special Rice"

-whole grain brown rice (cooked per directions)
-curry powder (don't be stingy!)
-small amount (maybe a tablespoon) of brown sugar
-touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to taste
-add raisins (and/or fresh frozen peas)
*cook rice with spices, then add raisins (and peas) with about 5 minutes left to simmer
*delicious both hot or cold

Special Note re: Fruits/Vegetables

We take a natural, whole foods supplement of concentrated fruits & vegetables, which is the equivalent of 5 servings of organically grown and harvested fruits & vegetables in every serving. The farms where the supplement is produced and processed are certified a level above "organic" and use NO herbicides or pesticides anywhere in the growing, harvesting, or bottling process. (Crazy enough, they actually fly in special bugs and plants from all over the world and enlist the aide of organically-fed sheep in the pest control/fertilizing processes!)

When undergoing chemotherapy treatment, we're learning the greatest concern regarding "herbs" and "natural supplements" is the potential for biological contamination, especially from the herbicides and pesticides used in the growing/harvesting of most fruits & vegetables. Please be sure to always find a REPUTABLE supplement manufacturer/provider and/or ALWAYS remove skins from any raw fruits or vegetables given to individual being treated.

"Pancakes Pancakes Pancakes"

-whole grain pancake mix (follow preparation directions on box)
-add 3 to 4 additional egg whites
-add protein powder if desired
-add splash of real vanilla extract
*after pouring batter into skillet, sprinkle pancake batter with cinnamon, brown sugar, and dry oats (or granola)
*flip pancake when bubbles begin to appear
*top with real butter and/or maple syrup

Delicious variations:
*try adding a sprinkle of cranberries | fresh frozen blueberries | chocolate chips | apples | bananas | almond pieces | or any creative yummy thing you can think of!

[For those hard-to-get-em-to-eat days, "PANCAKE COOKIES" are the latest, greatest hit @our house! Just make pancakes per the above, pour batter into small "cookie-sized" cakes, and add M&M's! No syrup needed, just grab a handful and eat up!]

Valuable Info from CureSearch.Org re: Nutrition

"Why nutrition is important"

"World's Best Protein Shake"

-ice in blender
-chocolate or vanilla protein powder
-water to cover ice
-two large dollops of peanut butter
-one banana
*blend everything on high (except banana) until almost completely blended; 
*add banana towards the end to perfect smooth consistency, and DRINK UP!
*can add pinch of cinnamon to taste

(fortunately, makes enough to share)

"Classic Italian Pasta e Fajioli done easy"

-any variety of pasta noodles, cooked al dente
-variety of white beans
-olive oil
-touch of paprika, crushed black pepper, good salt
*throw it all together in a pot and serve it up with some grated parmessan + romano on top...mmm

"Aunt Zara's White Bean Spread"

-pureed white beans
-cinnamon + nutmeg to taste
-touch of olive oil
*enjoy as a spread for bread or toast