World Cancer Day 2015 Tagline: Not Beyond Us

 World Cancer Day 2015

 Tagline: Not Beyond Us

Taking place under the tagline Cancer – Not beyond us, World Cancer Day 2015 will take a positive and proactive approach to the fight against cancer, highlighting that solutions do exist across the continuum of cancer care, and that they are within our reach.

 

The campaign will explore how we can implement what we already know in the areas of prevention, early detection, treatment and care, and in turn, open up to the exciting prospect that we can impact the global cancer burden – for the better.

 

By moving forward together we have the potential to prove: Cancer. It is not beyond us.

The 2015 campaign will be articulated around four key areas of focus:

• Choosing healthy lives - Empowering people to make healthy choices and reducing the social and environmental risk factors for cancer.Global tobacco consumption, overweight
  and obesity, unhealthy diet, alcohol intake, and levels of physical inactivity.
• Delivering early detection - Ensuring the availability of, and access to, early detection programmes for cancer can significantly reduce the cancer burden in all countries.Raise awareness about cancer.
• Achieving treatment for all - All people have the right to access quality, effective cancer treatment and services on equal terms, regardless of geography and without suffering economic hardship as a consequence.mprove access to essential cancer medicines and technologies.
• Maximising quality of life-Understanding and responding to the full impact of cancer on emotional, mental and physical wellbeing will maximise the quality of life for patients, their families and carers.

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Exercise and a good diet are the key factors in cancer prevention

 Exercise and a good diet are the key factors in cancer prevention

50% of cancer cases preventable, report suggests.

The World Health Organisation has released its 2014 World Cancer Report which emphasises the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing the disease, which affected more than 14 million people in 2012.

Smoking, alcohol, sugar intake and obesity are all linked to a substantially increased risk of developing cancer. “Despite exciting advances, the report shows that we cannot treat our way out of the cancer problem. More commitment to prevention and early detection is desperately needed in order to complement improved treatments and address the alarming rise in the cancer burden globally,” said co-author Dr Christopher Wild in his preface to the report.

The authors emphasise the importance of a healthy diet, regular physical activity and avoid cigarettes and alcohol in prevention of alcohol. They believe that up to half of cancer cases globally could be avoided through reasonable lifestyle changes.

source:-http://www.health24.com/News/50-of-cancer-cases-preventable-suggests-new-report-20140204

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Water Melon white Rind Sabji

Water Melon white Rind Sabji

Do you know that the rind of water melon is edible? The term rind usually refers to the skin or peel of a fruit. 

In watermelon, the rind consists of two parts - the outer green skin and the inner white pulp.The outer green skin of the rind is hard and inedible, so it is discarded. The inner whitish part of the rind is edible, although it has a bland taste when raw and is not as soft as the central red part.

About water melon white rind it is said that is very helpful in relaxing blood vessels and lowering blood  pressure as it has a high dose of cirulline amino acid .Finding a use for it also helps cut down on the amount of garbage you produce, so it’s good for the environment as well.So why to throw it, and try making its sabji. 

It is very simple, tasty and easy to make. It tastes very similar to loki(bottle gourd), cucumber, turai all water based vegetable group.

My Mom use to make it, i remember enjoying it  a lot, hope my version is nearest to hers

Ingredients

1 cup water melon white rind peeled and cut

1medium sized chopped onion

1medium sized chopped tomato

1tbsp finely chopped garlic        

1tsp ginger grated                                   

1 finely chopped green chilli                                     

Salt to taste

½ tsp turmeric powder

½ tsp red chili powder                                                  

1 red chili cut into big pieces

1 tsp. Mango powder

1 tsp cumin seeds

A pinch of asafoetida 

1 tbsp oil

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

        

                                                                  

Method

Heat the oil in pan on medium high heat.  Add asafetida, cumin seeds and dry red chili, let it splutter till it stops.

Add the grated ginger,garlic chopped onions and saute until it turns transparent. 

Add the chopped tomatoes, peeled and chopped water melon white rind, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, mango powder and green chillies.Mix well.

Do not add water because water melon rind is cooked in its own water.

Cover the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, on low flame for 10-12 minutes or till the vegetable is almost done i.e it should be easily pierced with a fork and most of the water  is almost absorbed.

Now remove the cover from the pan and lemon juice.

Water melon white rind sabji is ready.  Garnish with  coriander leaves.

This side dish goes well with the roti, parantha and poori.

Enjoy!

Watermelon the super duper cooler

Watermelon the super duper cooler

It is the season of watermelons. They are best during the summer as they are sweet and juicy.
As the name says it all watermelon is 92% water and only 8%sugar.

Research shows that watermelon cuts the risk of sun related skin damage by 40%. That's because watermelon is nature's richest source of lycopene, an antioxidant that scavenges the UV-induced free radicals that cause sunburn and wrinkling. Lycopene may also help reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases. 

Watermelon can help improve sleep. It is high in vitamin B6 which helps manufacture serotonin and dopamine (mood related chemical) in brain.When levels of serotonin increase at night, the brain is less sensitive to disruptive stimuli (like noise) during sleep.

It helps the body flush out toxins because it contains the organic compound citrulline, which is an amino acid that has been shown to help the liver and kidneys filter and get rid of ammonia. Ammonia comes in external forms, but is also a by-product of the proteins our bodies are burning up constantly for energy, and it’s quite damaging to our cells.Watermelon may also just give the liver an overall boost. 



Watermelons are rich in electrolytes, sodium and potassium which are lost through perspiration. Also its high potassium content helps to control BP.

They are rich in Vitamin A, B and C. What's more, they are low in calories and very nutritious.

Choose the right watermelon. Always choose one that is symmetrical and firm without any cuts and bruises. Turn it over and you will see a yellow colour on one side. The yellow area is a good sign as it shows that the watermelon was rested on the ground while ripening under the sun. It is also an indication that your melon is sweeter and juicer. Slap your melon and if it sounds hollow, then it is ripe.

So, next time you hit a fruit shop, don't forget to shop for a watermelon.

Nutritional Benefits of Onions

Nutritional Benefits of Onions

Never mind the tears they bring on—onions are a great companion in your fight against disease. A prized member of the lily family, they lavish you with health benefits while adding oodles of taste to your food.

A quick glimpse at their incredible health benefits:

Onions contain a high amount of polyphenols, a type of 
phytonutrient, which includes disease-protecting flavonoids 
and tannins. In fact, onions are one of the most polyphenol-
packed foods you can eat.

  
Onions due to its high sulphur content prevents body fevers 
that can be caused due to sun stroke.

   
Decrease high cholesterol and blood pressure levels.

Reduce the risk of developing colon and other cancers.

Reduce inflammation.

Quercetin, an antioxidant found in green onions, offers 
anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine benefits and  is known to 
play a significant role in preventing cancer. Green onions
are rich in vitamin C which not only boosts immunity, but 
offers protection from cardiovascular disease, eye disease, 
and skin wrinkling.

Onions are rich in chromium, an essential mineral used by 
the body to regulate glucose and for the metabolism and 
storage of macronutrients. Thus onion help to lower blood 
sugar.

Other nutrients found in onions include fiber, manganese, 
vitamin B6, potassium and copper.

It is mainly used as a traditional medicine for common cold.

It stimulates the respiratory tract and helps in expelling 
sputum (phlegm).

Do you enjoy sliced, chopped onions with your food? If yes, 
rejoice! Raw onion encourages the production of good 
cholesterol (HDL), thus keeping your heart healthy.

WORLD CANCER DAY - CANCER PREVENTION

World Cancer Day 4^th feb 2014

 

CANCER PREVENTION

CONCERNED about cancer prevention? Take charge by making small changes in your daily life, from eating a healthy diet to scheduling regular cancer screenings.

Here are some pointers to help you cut your cancer risk

Dairy products: drinking one cup of skimmed milk a day cuts your risk of ovarian cancer by 40 percent. Dairy products (especially when combined with vitamin D) are also linked to a lower risk of developing colorectal cancer.

Eggs: women consuming six eggs a week cut their risk of breast cancer by 40 percent.

Green Tea: two cups a day can cut your risk of digestive cancers by 32 percent, and can also reduce your risk of skin, lung, kidney and liver cancers.

Some other foods
Tomatoes- Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, which fight against prostate, ovarian, and cervical cancer. Lycopene, an anti-oxidant, shields our body cells from oxidants that have been related to cancer. 

Soybeans- Soybeans contain flavones which work against of breast and prostate cancer. 

Garlic- Garlic contains allixin, allicin,  allyl sulfides, quercetin and organosulfur compounds, garlic prevents the body from bladder, prostate and colon cancer.

Berries- Vitamin C present in berries cuts down your chance of cancer of the esophagus, while ellagic acid present in raspberries protects against skin, lung and bladder cancer. Berries such as strawberries and blueberries are also rich in cancer fighting compounds called phytochemicals.

Broccoli sprouts- Broccoli sprouts contain sulforaphan which makes them an anti cancer food. Sulforaphane is a plant chemical which lowers the chances of skin, breast and stomach cancer.

Spinach- Spinach contains lutein and vitamin E. These guard the body against liver, prostate and ovarian cancer.  

Walnuts- Walnuts contain the nutrient, gamma tocopherol. This nutrient is a form of vitamin E and protects the body from having prostate and lung cancer.

Turmeric (Curcumin)

Among the most currently researched of cancer fighting foods, turmeric has repeatedly been shown to be an effective cancer-fighter and even block cancer growth. Previously found to reduce tumors by an astounding 81%,  the naturally occurring compound found in turmeric, curcumin, exhibits numerous anti-cancer properties.

Exercise: working out 30 to 60 minutes per day protects against bowel and breast cancers.

And, breastfeeding for at least six months has been shown to reduce risk of both breast and ovarian cancer by about 7 per cent for every baby you feed.

 
                 Eat wisely and starve cancer cells in your body.

EAT HEALTHY STAY HEALTHY

World Cancer Day 2013 (4 February 2013)

World Cancer Day 2013 (4 Feb 2013)  

 

Every year, 7.6 million lives are lost to cancer worldwide – more than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined – according to the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), which organizes World Cancer Day.

This year the UICC will focus on dispelling damaging myths and misconceptions about cancer, under the tagline “Cancer - Did you know?” 

The organization will use World Cancer Day to improve knowledge about cancer and dismiss these 4 myths: 

Myth 1: Cancer is just a health issue. 

Truth: Cancer is not just a health issue. It has wide-reaching social, economic, development, and human rights implications.

    

    Myth 2: Cancer is a disease of the wealthy, elderly and developed countries. 

Truth: Cancer is a global epidemic. It affects all ages and socio-economic groups, with developing countries bearing a disproportionate burden.

 

    Myth 3: Cancer is a death sentence. 

Truth: Many cancers that were once considered a death sentence can now be cured and for many more people, their cancer can be treated effectively.

    Myth 4: Cancer is my fate. 

Truth: With the right strategies, a third of the most common cancers can be prevented.

Preventing cancer and raising quality of  life for cancer  patients is important.

  Source:-www.cancer.org/cancer/news/world-cancer-day-2013