*This post is part of San Diego Hospice’s series of healthy recipes for patients. This series will be updated monthly. Feel free to let us know if there is a type of recipe you’d like to see more of.
When caring for someone who is battling cancer, it is important to find recipes that are full of healthy ingredients. The plant Thyme has a long history of use in natural medicine in connection with chest and respiratory problems including coughs and chest congestion. Because of this, the use of Thyme as a culinary herb can provide nutritional value that can be especially beneficial to cancer patients.
According to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, a dash of thyme can add disease-fighting power to your cooking. In addition to its respiratory benefits, thyme (and other spices such as hot paprika, curry powder and Worcestershire sauce) contains salicylic acid. This acid is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties that may help protect against diseases such as colon cancer and hardening of the arteries. You’ll find the use of Thyme in the following delicious chicken recipe. Could be a great option for Labor Day weekend:
Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Chicken Breasts
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in chicken breasts, trimmed, skin removed
- Salt and pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup red currant jelly
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400º. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil or coat with nonstick spray. Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper, then rub with 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme. Place chicken bone-side up in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes. Meanwhile in a small saucepan, heat jelly, vinegar and remaining thyme over medium low heat until jelly is melted. Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat. Turn chicken meat-side up. Brush liberally with jelly glaze. Continue to roast, brushing twice with the remaining glaze, until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
Source: Cancer Treatment Centers of America
for more information about thyme,it is a good source of iron and is widely used in cooking. The herb is a basic ingredient.it is often used to flavour meats, soups and stews. It has a particular affinity to and is often used as a primary flavour with lamb, tomatoes and eggs.
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Sugar is so bad for cancer patient. You should offer recipes without sugar added. Pure maple syrup is a much healthier option.