One Bite at a Time: Nourishing Recipes for Cancer
Survivors and Their Friends (2008)

By Rebecca Katz with Mat Edelson
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It’s incredibly hard to condense this recipe-rich book down, because everyword in its 160 pages has meaning. The author’s experience as a cancer caregiver—as well as her reliance on the “yum” factor—make it great. Godirectly to the chapter called “Anytime Foods” to dig in; during treatment when full meals might not appeal, these snacks and “appetite life rafts” willmore than tide you over until you’re ready for entrees again. Gorgeous photosand a fresh layout make you feel like you’re inside a trendy whole-foods market, with a personal nutritionist by your side.For more about Rebecca, see her article, “Food for Life,” on page 12.

Betty Crocker’s Living with Cancer Cookbook:
Easy Recipes and Tips Through Treatment and Beyond (2002)

by Elyse Cohen, Linda Carson, Kris Ghosh

The Betty Crocker Kitchens created this guidebook for the unique dietary needs of cancer survivors. Each recipe is flagged with the common cancer treatment symptom it addresses: nausea, mouth sores, diarrhea, or constipation. Some favorite dishes: Rise ‘n Shine Muffins with Creamy OrangeGlaze; Pasta with Chicken in Chili Sauce (a “20-minute Main Dish”); ChutneySalmon Salad; and Pumpkin Drop Cookies. The comprehensive book readslike a friendly conversation, but includes caloric information, easy menu plans, doctors’ advice, and much more.

In Great Taste:
Fresh, SimpleRecipes for Eating andLiving Well (2006)

by Evelyn H. Lauder

As Senior Corporate Vice President of The Estee Lauder Companies, Evelyn Lauder knows a thing or two about health and beauty. Her graceful invitation to the table says, “I like to think of sitting down for breakfast, lunch, or dinner as one of life’s great pleasures.” Practical items like Ms. Lauder’s secretrecipe for pancakes will comfort and bolster your system, while indulgent CrèmeFraiche, Moroccan Meatballs, and Signature Roast Duck tantalize the senses.Each recipe includes caloric information and uses fresh, healthful ingredients.Every purchase benefits The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF),founded in 1993 by the author.

Staying Alive!
Cookbook for Cancer Free Living (2004)

By Salley Errey

More than a cookbook, Staying Alive! is a compilation of several different stories of cancer survivors who found hope. “Real survivors, real recipes, real results,” it promises—and delivers. Nutritionist Salley Errey’s recommendation to embrace Wholism, that is, all the things that support our health and healing (nutrition, exercise, quality sleep, and positive attitude) is centralto the book’s message. Reform and re-stock your kitchen with her list of cancer conquering foods like Asian mushrooms and flax seeds. Then enjoy more than 100 great recipes, such as Potato Corn Chowder, “Pure Medicine” Salad, even homemade “power bars.” This book is an exercise in healing mind, body, and spirit.

Becoming Whole (2006)

By Meg Wolff

Meg Wolff’s self-published book takes readers through her compelling personal story from the heart break of bone and breast cancers to renewal and full recovery—a path that, for her, connected a plant-based diet, also known as macrobiotics, with absolute health. Althoughthe link between diet and breast cancer continues tocreate confusing headlines, Becoming Whole highlightsa success story that is hard to ignore. The cookbook teaches how to transition into the macrobiotic way of life, introducing beneficialingredients like sea vegetables, miso, kuzu and kale, and offers four full weeks ofmenu plans.
Wolff’s web site, www.megwolff.com, is a wealth of resources andincludes a blog which she updates frequently.