Dear friends, followers and guests,

I have a continuing commitment to cancer, cancer awareness, cancer research, healing cancer and cancer patients and supporting cancer patients in all stages of their disease process and recovery.  As such. I will always work to bring you new and informative information about health and nutrition support for cancer patients, their families and their care givers.

Please enjoy this guest article by:

Kelsey Servi

Public Outreach

Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com

What are the Best Fruits and Veggies for Mesothelioma Patients?

Hi, Nature and Nurture Nutrition readers! My name is Faith Franz, and I’m a health and nutrition writer 

for The Mesothelioma Center. Like Claudia, we’re firm believes in the power of a healthy diet – so much 

so that we truly believe nutrition can play a powerful role in cancer treatment. 

Fruits and vegetables are packed with essential nutrients that prevent many diseases. But sometimes, 

other factors can cause cancer, no matter how healthy a person’s diet is. (For instance, mesothelioma 

develops after a person inhales or ingests asbestos.) In these cases, a healthy diet isn’t for naught – it’s 

still an amazing tool in recovery. 

Powerful Foods

Below, we list the five most powerful foods in mesothelioma treatment:

• Berries – While many fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants, berries are some of the most 

concentrated sources. Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries are all powerful 

sources of vitamins and polyphenols. Many oncology nutritionists suggest their patients 

consume several servings of various berries each week. 

• Reishi mushrooms – The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center identifies Reishi mushrooms 

as a powerful immune stimulant for their ability to enhance the body’s natural cancer-fighting 

abilities. The mushrooms can help control the side effects of mesothelioma treatment, including 

nausea and toxicity. They can also help enhance patients’ response to radiation therapy.

• Broccoli – Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage also contain anti-cancer compounds. 

They help protect cells from the DNA damage that occurs during cancer development, and 

they may inhibit blood vessel formation in existing cancer cells. (Cancer cells must produce 

new blood vessels to spread.) These benefits are especially pronounced in patients who have a 

specific metabolic enzyme known as glutathione S-transferase.  

• Tart cherries – Tart cherries contain substances called anthocyanins, which help with pain and 

inflammation. Preliminary studies also suggest that they may deprive cancer cells of the proteins 

necessary for growth, helping slow the development of new tumors. Mesothelioma patient 

Wayne Neal credits them with his survival.

• Garlic – No list of cancer-fighting foods would be complete without this allium vegetable. Garlic

bulbs contain allicin, which produces several unique compounds when the bulbs are chopped or 

crushed. Researchers believe these compounds may block cancer-forming substances, and even 

induce cell death in tumors.

Whole Foods

Because all fruits and vegetables contain health-supporting nutrients, it’s important to eat a diet rich in 

all whole foods. Berries, cherries, broccoli, mushrooms and garlic do not make up a healthy diet on their 

own. However, when combined with other fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and other 

health-supporting foods, they can certainly be a powerful catalyst for healing.

Unfortunately, a few seemingly healthy foods – like grapefruit – can actually interfere with the effects 

of traditional cancer treatment. As a result, it’s important to develop a dietary plan with an expert. 

An oncology nutritionist can design a personalized nutrition program for your individualized health 

concerns, and you shouldn’t make any sudden changes without their approval.

Faith Franz is a researcher and writer for The Mesothelioma Center. She advocates for alternative medicine and encourages patients to explore all of their treatment options.

Dear Readers,

Please enjoy this article by a guest writer  Cole Millen who, like myself,  is  an avid Traveler and foodie. He has recently been experiencing how it is increasingly difficult to maintain a nutritious diet when indulging in cuisines across the world on his travels. As more folks begin trending towards a healthier travel experience, we thought it would be great for us to provide you with some tips and tricks from our own experiences to staying healthy while traveling
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Avoiding Weight Gain on Vacation



Whether you are going to a five star restaurant or a fast food drive thru window, have a good idea of what you are eating. Regardless of whether or not you are on vacation, you should always try to eat relatively lean and avoid overwhelming yourself with starches and sweets.  If you order a hamburger, eat it without the bun. Substitute french fries for a sweet potato, side salad, or a side of mixed vegetables. A well-seasoned steak with a side salad is better than munching on a plate of loaded potato skins, pizza, or breaded buffalo wings. Another good way to avoid eating badly at restaurants is to already map out restaurants that you would like to dine at while on vacation. Due your research on their menus and already have an idea of what you would like to eat. Leverage the power of online review sites to get an idea of the quality of the restaurants and more importantly, use these review sites to find more "healthy" options in the city you are visiting.

The number one concern for many people who are active gym goers is avoiding gaining a lot of weight while on vacation. Many people worry that they will splurge on restaurant food, alcoholic beverages and worse of all - not be able to keep up an exercise routine that will minimize weight gain. Nonetheless, if you plan on going on vacation pretty soon, here is a list of simple strategies to employ in order to avoid coming back home with "additional luggage".

Stay Hydrated

Many people, after returning from vacation often feel bloated and fat. One reason obviously is heavy food consumption, but another reason is water weight gain. A lot of individuals typically consume excessive amounts of carbohydrates and sugar while on vacation. This leads to the body storing extra glycogen in the liver and muscle fibers, which in turns forces the body the store more water weight. The easiest way to avoid this problem is to (1) Stay hydrated all the time by drinking plenty of glasses of water throughout the day, (2) Limit intake of starchy foods and sugary drinks such as sodas and alcohol. It is very common for people to mistake water weight gain with fat gain. The good news is water weight can easily be lost within a few days of healthy eating and exercise.

Find Hotels with Healthy Amenities

One of the most important aspects of a healthy vacation is staying in a hotel that allows you to maintain the same lifestyle as your home. It is important to research where you are staying to ensure that they have the appropriate offerings and amenities provided for you. What I have found valuable in my travels, are reviews from other travelers alike. Other travelers provide the most unbiased and honest opinions that you can be found, while also providing very informative and helpful tips. I recently traveled west and was able to find a great site that listed reviews for Las Vegas hotels where I was able to find a great one with a gluten free restaurant. Not only did the site provide reviews on the hotels but it also provided reviews for the restaurants in the area. This made it easier than ever to eat both nutritiously and deliciously in and out of the hotel. You should also research your options when it comes to finding out which hotels offer the best gym rooms to fit your workout routines. Many Hotel chains offer very great indoor gyms filled with just enough exercise equipment to help individuals maintain their physique while on vacation.

Eat Consciously At Restaurants

In the end, it’s also important to realize that you are on vacation. Sometimes, we need a break from our workout routines and diet. If you have been consistent year round with eating healthy and consistently working out, a few "bad" days won't do much harm.

Rare opportunity for Astronomers and Safari Travelers

P.O. Box 508 

Geneva, NY 14456

USA

Business Cell: 1-315-398-4137

Voice/Fax:      1-888-884-4847

E-Mail: drcoen@nature-and-nurture.net

ELEPHANT TRAILS SAFARI CO.

P.O. Box 989, Maun, Botswana

Tel: +267 6864 845

Fax: +267 6864 657

Email: reservations@elephanttrails.com

www.elephanttrails.com

VAT.CO8770601113

 COMET CAMP

Elephant Trails Safari Co, in conjunction with well known Botswana astronomer, Paul Sheller, is going to offer the opportunity to observe by telescope the Comet ISON in November and December 2013.

Nature and Nurture Enterprises will be coordinating arrangements with Elephant trails Safari Company in Botswana on behalf of  all US Clients interested in going on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

http://www.wptv.com/dpp/news/science_tech/comet-ison-2013

http://newswatch.nationalgeographic.com/2013/04/23/photo-hubble

We will be setting up a luxury mobile safari camp in the Baines Baobabs area for the period when the comet will be visible.

Paul will present  a “Star Show” in the evening, which will cover much more than just Comet ISON. His presentations are informative and fun and are delivered with great enthusiasm that really draws the observer into the fascinating universe that we live in. 

Paul’s knowledge is vast, and extends from tribal lore of the stars to the latest theories on Dark Matter and many other fascinating subjects of astronomy.

OPTIONS FOR CAMP COMET

ITINERARY 1

1 NIGHT COMET AND STARS.

Day 1. 

Arrive Comet Camp in the afternoon in time to enjoy the amazing landscape of the Baines Baobabs. You will have time to have a guided tour of the Baobabs and learn about their interesting history. We will end the day with sundowners on the Kudiakam Salt Pan while Paul sets up his telescopes to observe Comet Ison at the optimum time after sunset.

We then take a break to wash off the dust with  a shower and enjoy a 3 course supper. After supper we will continue with the star show before a night cap and bed.

Day 2. 

After a full breakfast in camp it is time to leave Comet Camp and continue with the rest your safari. END

ITINERARY 2

2 NIGHTS COMET, STARS AND WILDLIFE.

Day 1. 

Arrive Comet Camp in the afternoon in time to enjoy the amazing landscape of the Baines Baobabs. You will have time to have a guided tour of the Baobabs and learn about their interesting history. We will end the day with sundowners on the Kudiakam Salt Pan while Paul sets up his telescopes to observe Comet Ison at the optimum time after sunset.

We then take a break to wash off the dust with  a shower and enjoy a 3 course supper. After supper we will continue with the star show before a night cap and bed.

Day 2. 

We have an early start and a light breakfast before heading out to the Nxai Pan where we will spend most of the day game viewing. We will have a generous tea break and have a picnic lunch while at the pan. Nxai Pan has a wide variety of wildlife which includes Gemsbok, Springbok, Wildebeest, Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Cheetah and numerous birds. It is a great place for wildlife photography, and many of Botswana’s finest wildlife documentaries have been filmed here.

We return to Comet Camp in the afternoon, in time to have a rest before sundowners and another Star Show and supper.

Day 3. 

After a full breakfast in camp it is time to leave Comet Camp and continue with the rest your safari. END

PRICE ITINERARY 1 = US$ 320.00 per person.

PRICE ITINERARY 2 = US$ 620.00 per person.

GETTING THERE

FOR PEOPLE ALREADY IN BOTSWANA PRICES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

We are able to arrange transfers to and from the nearest  airstrip (Motopi or Gweta) or to and  from Maun in closed comfortable vehicles.

PRICE TO OR FROM NEAREST AIRSTRIP (one way)  US$ 50.00 p/p

PRICE TO OR FROM MAUN                         (one way)  US$ 100.00 p/

FOR PEOPLE TRAVELING FROM THE STATES OR EUROPE

Please watch this Blog, our twitter and our http://www.facebook.com/NatureandNurtureSafaris for all inclusive 8 and 10 day safari packages that will include Camp Comet.

Also if in the USA please contact Dr. Claudia Coen at 1-315-398-4137 or 

via e-mail at drcoen@nature-and-nurture.net

for more information, customized safaris and booking information.

This remarkable journey is filling quickly so make your bookings soon.