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We want to know what questions you have on health and wellness. Share your questions here and Arlene Sanoy, registered dietician at Kraft Kitchens, will stop by monthly to select two questions to be answered in our new upcoming KRAFT Live Healthy & Happy newsletter. The answers will also be posted here for everyone to see on the message boards.
Please keep in mind that other members may claim medical or nutrition expertise or status that they may, or may not, possess. Please use good judgment and discretion in following their advice. Always check with your doctor or nutritionist before modifying your diet.
Moderator_Sky
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 17, 2009 9:59 PM
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That's wonderful! I'm so happy for you and your friend!
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Moderator_Deanne
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 16, 2009 2:35 PM
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> Thank you everyone for your kind words of
> encouragement and suggestions!
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> I am happy to announce that the doctors concluded
> that the lump in my friend's breast was NOT
> cancerous. Praise God! She is recovering from surgery
> and still weak but is doing well.
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> I ended up making a Shepherd's pie and a vegetable
> side. Hopefully they liked it. 
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> Thanks to you all for the quick responses it is MUCH
> appreciated!
That's great news! Thanks for keeping us updated, and I'm glad for all involved she's doing well.
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Moderator_Jane
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 15, 2009 6:53 AM
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> Thank you everyone for your kind words of
> encouragement and suggestions!
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> I am happy to announce that the doctors concluded
> that the lump in my friend's breast was NOT
> cancerous. Praise God! She is recovering from surgery
> and still weak but is doing well.
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> I ended up making a Shepherd's pie and a vegetable
> side. Hopefully they liked it.
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> Thanks to you all for the quick responses it is MUCH
> appreciated!
I'm sure your friend is very relieved. Having any kind of surgery is hard on the system, but knowing the kind of support you and your friends have given makes recovery much easier.
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 14, 2009 1:10 PM
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Thank you everyone for your kind words of encouragement and suggestions!
I am happy to announce that the doctors concluded that the lump in my friend's breast was NOT cancerous. Praise God! She is recovering from surgery and still weak but is doing well.
I ended up making a Shepherd's pie and a vegetable side. Hopefully they liked it.
Thanks to you all for the quick responses it is MUCH appreciated!
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Moderator_Sky
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 11, 2009 4:51 PM
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> This is NOT a dating site!
It's not? And seeing as how I spent over a year here.... *sigh*
lol 
Back on topic, my grandmother had cancer and she was only able to eat pretty bland food. So broth, crackers, even pork chops or chicken if they weren't spiced or seasoned.So it's possible to make her meals or have her make meals where she waits to season the foods when they are actually served, so she can leave hers unseasoned.
But I think a lot of palates when going through chemo are different, so if she does have cancer and the chemo really does a number to her taste buds, you may just have to experiment and see what she can keep down and what she enjoys. Just try to keep it healthy to help her immune system and maybe have her see a dietician if she's diagnosed so they can give her great tips on a good diet to keep her strong through treatments.
And anything to keep her strong and healthy would be great for her family to eat too!
Good luck to you and especially to her.
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 11, 2009 1:27 PM
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> Thanks you. I am saeed pl tell me yourself
This is NOT a dating site!
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 11, 2009 5:15 AM
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Thanks you. I am saeed pl tell me yourself
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 9, 2009 11:05 AM
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Home made freezable meals are great but don't forget about maybe dropping off some essentials like some bread, butter, eggs, etc so she can make quick meals for her family without expending a ton of energy going to the store. Gift cards to favorite restraunts are a good idea too. Best wishes to your friend and props to you and your friends!
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 8, 2009 2:40 PM
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im so sorry to hear this. however, i am glad to hear that she has such a good friend who is looking out for her.
it sounds like she is still strong at this point, so the foods already suggested would be fine. however, she may become weaker as time passes. then it would be best to serve lighter meals that are easy to chew and digest as her stomach may not be up to heavier foods. think stews and soft veggies.
me deepest condolences.
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 8, 2009 7:13 AM
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I'd like to add my commendations as well. Doc has an excellent list to get you started. If your friend has a slow cooker, another idea would be to assemble all the ingredients she would need for a meal in her slow cooker so all she, or her children, has to do is put everything in and turn it on.
I don't know how old her children are, but they will be feeling the stress as well, and getting them involved will help them feel they are contributing.
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Moderator_Deanne
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 7, 2009 8:49 PM
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I second Doc's commending you and offer my best wishes for your friend.
To add to his list:
Shepherds pie freezes well if you're cooking ahead. Macaroni and cheese is a nice comfort food.
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Re: Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 7, 2009 1:24 PM
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My dearest Caitlin Rice:
I commend you for being such a good friend in time of need.
Here are some things that come to mind:
Lasagna
Stuffed shells
Hearty home made soup
Turkey chili
Shredded chicken enchiladas
Risotto
Roast chicken
Lean pork, like pork tenderloin
Pair with green vegetables and or leafy green salad
Good Luck
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Cooking for friend that possibly has breast cancer.
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May 7, 2009 12:48 PM
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I have a friend from my church who recently discovered a lump in her breast and has been in and out of the hospital for a couple of weeks. She has 4 children: 3 nine-year-olds and 1 sixteen-year-old. Her husband is leaving to go out of town on business in a few days and some members of our church, including myself, are going to be providing dinner for her and her family.
She used to be a personal trainer, so I know she is already health conscious, but especially now with her health I want to make sure I am providing a nutritiously sound meal for her and her children.
So...with that being said, I am looking for some ideas for healthy meals that we can cook for her that can also be stored in the fridge or freezer until she is ready to use them.
Thank you!!!!
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