Living Beyond Cancer
A Virtual 7-Part Program for Optimizing Life After Cancer for Survivors & their Loved Ones - Join Dr. Robert Ellis, DO, Ashley Boudet, ND and Chef Mark Reinfeld as they demystify the lifestyle modification protocols known to increase survivorship during cancer remission. From how to set up your kitchen for success, to simple plant-based recipes you can feed to your family and the basics of plant-based nutrition, this series is built upon evidence-based consensus from the American Society of Clinical Oncology, National Institutes of Health, and National Comprehensive Cancer Network as well as the recommended lifestyle modifications of MD Anderson on Survivorship. The focus will be on three pillars: plant-based nutrition, mindfulness and exercise.
Price: $150/family including recipes and course materials
Course Overview:
Week 1: Introduction to the program. The three pillars. Current compelling research on the importance of these for health maintenance.
Week 2: How to set up your kitchen for success, overview on how plants are medicine and how nature provides. Easy recipes and meal planning.
Week 3: Nutrition 101 ultra simplified part 1: macronutrients, super simple recipes. Getting your protein.
Mid course check in with Dr. Bob
Week 4: Nutrition 101 ultra simplified part 2: micronutrients, superfoods, nutrient-density, healthy aging, bountiful breakfasts. Extra session with Dr. Ellis. Check in- how are you integrating this info so far? How can we best support you?
Week 5: Digestion, fermented foods, food intolerances, quick and easy lunches. Importance of daily movement. Pick one way you can move your body every day.
Week 6: Flavors, aromas, colors, and kitchen remedies, teas & other medicinal beverages. Mind body connection. Doable and delicious dinners. Introduction to the power of conscious breathing.
Week 7: History of diet trends, focus on food not single nutrients. Batch cooking. Shopping tips and tricks, reading labels. Healthy snacks and desserts. What comes next?