CancerGut HealthRecipes

Greek Yogurt Parfait with Nuts

(Quick, no-cook energy hit)

Why it helps: Probiotics aid gut health (often disrupted in cachexia); nuts for calorie density and heart protection. Gut Microbiome For Better Health
Nutrition (per serving): 420 kcal, 25g protein, 22g fat, 30g carbs.
Tip: From pancreatic cancer resources—works with any soft fruit for variety.

Serving Size:
1 or 2
Time:
5 mins
Difficulty:
Very Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mixed nuts/seeds (walnuts, pumpkin seeds)
  • 1/2 cup soft fruit (e.g., peaches or blueberries, mashed
  • 1 tsp honey

Directions

  1. Layer yogurt, fruit, nuts in a glass.
  2. Drizzle honey.

Understanding Cachexia and Nutrition’s Role

Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS

Dr. Patrick Quillin is a globally recognized expert in nutrition and cancer, with over 40 years of experience as a clinical nutritionist. He spent a decade as Vice President of Nutrition for Cancer Treatment Centers of America, working directly with thousands of cancer patients in hospital settings. Dr. Quillin holds a PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, and is a registered and licensed dietitian (RD & LD), Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition (FACN). A prolific author, Dr. Quillin has written 19 books, selling over 2 million copies worldwide, including bestsellers Beating Cancer with Nutrition. His work has been featured on over 40 television programs and 250 radio shows, and he is a sought-after speaker at medical and trade conventions. He developed ImmunoPower, a nutritional supplement designed to support cancer patients, and continues to innovate in the field of nutritional oncology. His mission is to empower individuals to harness nutrition for healing and disease prevention.

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