Friday, April 30, 2010

Asparagus -- Who knew?


Mom had been taking the full-stalk canned style asparagus that she pureed and she took 4 tablespoons in the morning and 4 tablespoons later in the day. She did this for over a month. She is on chemo pills for Stage 3 lung cancer in the pleural area and her cancer cell count went from 386 down to 125 as of this past week. Her oncologist said she does not need to see him for 3 months.


THE ARTICLE:

Several years ago, I had a man seeking asparagus for a friend who had cancer. He gave me a photocopied copy of an article, entitled, Asparagus for Cancer printed in Cancer News Journal, December 1979. I will share it here, just as it was shared with me:

I am a biochemist, and have specialized in the relation of diet to health or over 50 years. Several years ago, I learned of the discovery of Richard R. Vensal, D.D.S. that asparagus might cure cancer. Since then, I have worked with him on his project We have accumulated a number of favorable case histories. Here are a few examples:

Case No. 1, A man with an almost hopeless case of Hodgkin's disease (cancer of the lymph glands) who was completely incapacitated. Within 1 year of starting the asparagus therapy, his doctors were unable to detect any signs of cancer, and he was back on a schedule of strenuous exercise.

Case No. 2, a successful businessman 68 years old who suffered from cancer of the bladder for 16 years. After years of medical treatments, including radiation without improvement, he went on asparagus. Within 3 months, examinations revealed that his bladder tumor had disappeared and that his kidneys were normal.

Case No. 3, a man who had lung cancer. On March 5th 1971, he was put on the operating table where they found lung cancer so widely spread that it was inoperable. The surgeon sewed him up and declared his case hopeless. On April 5th he heard about the Asparagus therapy and immediately started taking it By August, x-ray pictures revealed that all signs of the cancer had disappeared. He is back at his regular business routine.

Case No. 4, a woman who was troubled for a number of years with skin cancer. She finally developed different skin cancers which were diagnosed by the acting specialist as advanced. Within 3 months after starting on asparagus, her skin specialist said that her skin looked fine and no more skin lesions. This woman reported that the asparagus therapy also cured her kidney disease, which started in 1949. She had over 10 operations for kidney stones, and was receiving government disability payments for an inoperable, terminal, kidney condition. She attributes the cure of this kidney trouble entirely to the asparagus.

I was not surprised at these results, as `The elements of materia medica', edited in 1854 by a Professor at the University of Pennsylvania , stated that asparagus was used as a popular remedy for kidney stones. He even referred to experiments, in 1739, on the power of asparagus in dissolving stones. Note the dates! We would have other case histories but the medical establishment has interfered with our obtaining some of the records. I am therefore appealing to readers to spread this good news and help us to gather a large number of case histories that will overwhelm the medical skeptics about this unbelievably simple and natural remedy.

For the treatment, asparagus should be cooked before using, and therefore canned asparagus is just as good as fresh. I have corresponded with the two leading canners of asparagus, Giant and Stokely, and I am satisfied that these brands contain no pesticides or preservatives.

Place the cooked asparagus in a blender and liquefy to make a puree, and store in the refrigerator. Give the patient 4 full tablespoons twice daily, morning and evening. Patients usually show some improvement in 2-4 weeks. It can be diluted with water and used as a cold or hot drink.

This suggested dosage is based on present experience, but certainly larger amounts can do no harm and may be needed in some cases. As a biochemist I am convinced of the old saying that `what cures can prevent.' Based on this theory, my wife and I have been using asparagus puree as a beverage with our meals. We take 2 tablespoons diluted in water to suit our taste with breakfast and with dinner. I take mine hot and my wife prefers hers cold. For years we have made it a practice to have blood surveys taken as part of our regular checkups. The last blood survey, taken by a medical doctor who specializes in the nutritional approach to health, showed substantial improvements in all categories over the last one, and we can attribute these improvements to nothing but the asparagus drink.

As a biochemist, I have made an extensive study of all aspects of cancer, and all of the proposed cures. As a result, I am convinced that asparagus fits in better with the latest theories about cancer. Asparagus contains a good supply of protein called histones, which are believed to be active in controlling cell growth.. For that reason, I believe asparagus can be said to contain a substance that I call cell growth normalizer. That accounts for its action on cancer and in acting as a general body tonic. In any event, regardless of theory, asparagus used as we suggest, is a harmless substance. The FDA cannot prevent you from using it and it may do you much good. It has been reported by the US National Cancer Institute, that asparagus is the highest tested food containing glutathione, which is considered one of the body's most potent anticarcinogens and antioxidants.

This was sent to me by a friend and I am not attesting to its validity. Could be worth the effort to see what results you might experience. I will do it for my precancerous skin changes.

Shabat at Nicole's


Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Garlic Juice
2 over easy Eggs for brunch
green salad
Roasted Veggies for Shabat
Quiche
Green Salad
Potato Soup
Challah

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Recovering from a potluck


Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Garlic Juice
Honey Yogurt
Lemon Scone
Pinto Beans
Cod
Black Raspberry Jelly
Roasted Veggies

Wednesday, April 28, 2010


Carrot and Green Apple Juice
Lemon Poppyseed Scone
Broccoli and Salmon Frittata
Potluck at the Lady Anne B & B

A Spiritual Point of View of


We are what we eat and the juicing of organic veggies is a great way to detoxify and purify our bodies. My energy level has improved and I've lost more than 10 percent of my body weight since starting the juicing process. Skin tone, hair and general appearance have also been affected. My food budget has also been affected. YAY for juice.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Fasting Today


Carrot, Celery, Garlic, Romaine
Pulp Broth
Lemon Water
Mushroom Broth
Fast broken with:
Steamed Brown and Wild Rice
Salmon and Vegetable Frittata

Monday, April 26, 2010


Carrot, Celery, Green Apple, Garlic, Romaine
Pulp Broth
Chili Cheese Omelet
Thin Bagel
Fish Tacos

Carrot, Celery, Cucumber Juice
Chicken Caesar
Pulp Broth
Pineapple

Saturday Night


Veggie Juice
Eggs
Peanut Butter Toast
Fish
Zucchini

Friday, April 23, 2010


Carrot, Cucumber, Celery, Garlic, Ginger and Romaine! Juice
2 boiled eggs
Baked Mac n Cheese

Thursday, April 22, 2010


Carrot, Celery, Garlic, Ginger, Cucumber Juice
Pulp Broth
2 sunny side up Eggs in Smart Balance spread
Romaine Salad with Parmesan and Kalamata olives
Poached Cod Teriyaki
Quinoa
Broccoli

Wednesday


Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Chard, Ginger and Garlic Juice
Pulp Broth
Ham Sandwich
Cod
Mango Pico de Gallo
TJs Brown Rice Medley
Broccoli Stems with Sesame Oil and Soy Sauce

Tuesday, April 20, 2010


Carrot, Cucumber, Chard, Ginger and Garlic Juice
Pulp Broth
Egg on a Thin Bagel
Green Cabbage with Onion
Ham

Monday and I Blew It


Carrot, Celery, Ginger, Garlic and Chard juice
Pulp Broth
Thin Bagel with Broiled Cheddar
Pan broiled tri tip sandwich
Pizza
Green Salad
Coffee Cake
Red Wine

Sunday, April 18, 2010

the Day of the Fast


Carrot, Celery, Garlic, Cucumber Juice
Pulp Broth
Lemon in hot water
Bread and Butter
Pureed Beans

Saturday, April 17, 2010


Carrot, Celery, Green Apple Juice
Boiled Egg
Pinto Beans
Beer Battered Fish
Roasted Red Potatoes
Rib Eye Steak

Friday, April 16, 2010


Carrot, Celery, Garlic, Cucumber Juice
Fiber broth with carrots from the morning juice
Toast with boiled eggs
Beer Battered Cod
Shoestring Potatoes
Caesar Salad
Sourdough toast with Earth Balance

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Bright and Sunny Thursday Morning


Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Green Apple Juice
Roast Turkey Sandwich
Broiled Cod
Caesar Salad

How Did I Miss the Wednesday Post?


Green Juice - Celery, Cucumber, Green Apple
Grilled Cheese on Sourdough
Beer Battered Halibut
Asian Supreme Salad

Tuesday, April 13, 2010


Pineapple Spears
Poached Egg
Pico de Gallo
Yoplait Banana Cream Pie
Rolo
Ruffles
Roast Turkey Breast
Spring Greens with nuts and raisins

Monday, April 12, 2010


Italian Sausage on Sourdough Toast
Black Beans
Avocado
Salsa Verde
Flax Chips
Popcorn
Green Apple

Sunday, April 11, 2010


Juice
buttered sourdough toast
Broiled Parmesan Toast
Italian Sausage Burger

Saturday, April 10, 2010


Carrot, Celery, Green Apple, Garlic Juice
Turkish Style Raw Almonds
Pinto Bean Soup
Cod

Friday, April 9, 2010


juice
battered fried cod
mixed greens with olives and nuts

portabello mushroom cap stuffed with
Mild Italian Sausage

Thursday, April 8, 2010


fresh juice
scrambled egg
toasted thin bagel
Cod
Spring Greens, Pico de Gallo, Chopped nuts and Parmesan with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Steamed Potato and Carrot

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Breakfast flopped when I dropped the plate upside down on the kitchen floor. Oh well, there will be another breakfast.

Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Green Apple, Fennel, Chard and Garlic juice
True cod oven fried with Cajun Seasoning

Stir fried swiss chard.

Monday, April 5, 2010


Green Apple, Celery and Swiss Chard for a Green Juice
Biscuit with Egg Gravy
Corned Beef with Cabbage
Red Potatoes, Carrots, Celery, Onion
1 slice double fiber bread

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Easter Brunch:


Green Juice - Swiss Chard, Cucumber, Fennel, Garlic
Creamed Eggs Goldenrod on Fresh baked Biscuits

a Blalock Family Tradition
Steelhead
an Italian Sausage Burger to finish off the day


Saturday, April 3, 2010


Last Day of Lent
Juice
toasted buttered bagel
leftovers from catering: steelhead fillet, stuffed fingerling potato, beet salad

Friday, April 2, 2010


Peanut Butter Bagel
Carrot, Cucumber, Celery, Garlic Juice
Triscuits
Honey Yogurt with mixed nuts
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Garlic Chili Sauce
Grilled Cheese and Bacon Burger

Thursday, April 1, 2010


Green Apple Fennel juice
Avocado on Thin Bagel with Jalapeno
Red Potato Salad
Salted Peanuts in the Shell
Eggplant Parmesan

4/10/2011


Green Apple Fennel Juice
Avocado on Thin Bagel with Jalapeno Slices
Red Potato Salad