Swiss and Spinach Strata
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Swiss and Spinach Strata

This breakfast is perfect for a weekend morning and can also feed a crowd for brunch. It is high in protein and a good source of fiber, which can help keep you feeling full until lunch. It is also adaptable because you can substitute any vegetable or cheese you may have on hand. Enjoy with a side of fruit and a cup of your favorite herbal tea for a delightful and filling breakfast.
Potato Frittata
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Potato Frittata

Served as a hearty breakfast or lighter lunch or dinner with a side salad, this frittata is mild on the digestive system, yet full of flavor. The Potato Frittata is ideal for cancer patients experiencing diarrhea because it doesn’t contain any irritating roughage or gaseous vegetables, provides potassium which is an important electrolyte that can be lost with diarrhea (or vomiting), and includes a healthy amount of protein which is essential for healing. For the cancer survivor, this recipe is a blank canvas. To boost the antioxidant and fiber content , you can add other vegetables or herbs, such as carrots, zucchini, broccoli and basil.
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Polenta with Fruit Compote

This recipe is a smooth and flavorful breakfast for cancer patients. Sweet maple syrup is paired with tart berries for a flavorful fruit compote. This delicious treat is an ideal meal or snack for those experiencing taste changes, aversions to sour taste, and/or difficulty swallowing. Rich in antioxidants and fiber, this breakfast is an easy, nutritious and balanced meal for cancer patients and survivors.
Mixed Berry and Yogurt Crepes
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Mixed Berry and Yogurt Crepes

This is an easy and delicious breakfast recipe that is sure to please. The crepes are made with whole wheat flour for added fiber and yogurt as a good source of protein. If you have never made crepes from scratch, be patient. Your first crepe or two may not turn out the way you like, but it will get easier. You can also substitute store bought crepes to save time. Any seasonal fresh fruit can be used instead of berries in the crepes.
Baked Apple Yogurt Parfait
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Baked Apple Yogurt Parfait

Baked apple yogurt parfait may help add calories to your diet if you are a cancer patient in need of increasing your nutritional intake. This recipe was custom prepared for the Cancer Support Community by a registered dietician certified in oncology nutrition as part of our eating well with head and neck cancer series. See the full recipe.
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Perfect for a light breakfast or mid-morning snack, these muffins are a healthy way to start the day if you are undergoing cancer treatment.
Almond Banana Wheatberry Cereal
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Almond Banana Wheatberry Cereal

Almond banana wheatberry cereal may help head and neck cancer patients who are struggling with mouth pain, nausea or fatigue. This recipe was custom created for the Cancer Support Community by a registered dietician certified in oncology nutrition with cancer patients in mind. See the complete recipe.