Daily Coffee May Boost Colon Cancer Survival

Check out this article in the NYTimes Well Blog, "Daily Coffee May Boost Colon Cancer Survival," by author Roni Caryn Rabin. In this article, the author discusses recent research for colon cancer patients on drinking coffee.

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Beet and Kale Salad

Get your daily dose of bright-colored vegatables with this delicious and filling salad that works as easily as a side dish as a main course.

Ingredients
4 large beets
1⁄4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
1 bunch kale
3 each scallions
1 medium carrot
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
3⁄4 tsp Dijon mustard
1⁄4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1 tsp finely diced garlic

Instructions

Wash beets and bring to a boil in a large pot. After boiling bring to a simmer, continue to simmer for one hour, until tender. Let cool, then peel beets and cut into 3/4-inch pieces.

In the meantime, lightly toast the pumpkin seeds by placing them in a dry skillet and cooking over medium heat. Constantly stir the seeds to ensure even cooking. When they begin to pop and give off a nutty aroma, they are ready. Set aside to cool.

Wash kale and place in a large pot of boiling water for 30 seconds. Place in strainer and cool with cold water, cut into bite-size pieces. Finely dice the green onions and peel the carrot. Slice into 1/8-inch rounds.

Place all dressing ingredients (starting with olive oil on down) in a bowl and mix well with a wire whisk. In a separate bowl place chopped beets, chopped kale, diced green onions, sliced carrots and pumpkin seeds. Add dressing and toss gently. Serve chilled.

This recipe is from Bastyr University.

Two Weeks Until Dirty Bingo! ... Don't Miss Out!

CSC's Dirty Bingo party & fundraiser is on Thursday, August 27th. VIP wine and beer tasting with a dinner buffet will begin at 5:30PM at Busby's East! It's an evening of brazen bingo and hilarity hosted by Legendary Bingo's Roxy Wood & Bingo Boy. Game starts at 7PM sharp!    Hurry and get your tickets -- we are nearly SOLD OUT! Thank you to Scripps Networks for their 9 generous years of sponsorship!! EVENT DETAILS: Date: Thursday, August 27, 2015 Time:  5:30PM VIP Entrance 6:30PM General Entrance Location: Busby's East, 5364 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 MAP Tickets: $100 VIP | $ 60 General   For more information on ticket purchases or the event, please contact Jen Cook at 310-314-2589 or jcook@cancersupportcommunitybenjamincenter.org WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY Make a monthly contribution Send a Card: Tribute or Memorial Planned Giving: The Benjamin Society                                            Contributors have a variety of giving opportunities. Please consider making a recurring monthly contribution to keep our Community strong! A gift of $60 per month will give one full year of support to one person! Any and all gifts are graciously accepted.     Make a contribution in celebration of a friend or family member! Tribute gifts can be sent in honor of any special occasion: to wish someone a speedy recovery, to celebrate survivorship or to celebrate a birthday. Memorial gifts provide a meaningful way to remember and celebrate the life of a friend or loved one who has passed away and express sympathy to their family.   Please consider donating to CSC through your will or other estate planning. This is an effective way to ensure that CSC services are provided to future generations. A planned gift allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime, while taking comfort in the knowledge that you have made a generous commitment to help all people impacted by cancer.   Thank you for your contribution: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSCPlannedGiving

CSC needs your help

Dear Friend: Cancer Support Community Benjamin Center (CSC) needs your help. More importantly, our members--the people with cancer and their loved ones need your contribution. A few weeks ago, one of our members, John Sheriff, stopped by CSC. John has had a recurrence of his brain cancer and he wanted to know when the next brain tumor support group would be held. As a father of two children (a 2-year-old and a 4-month-old) his family is foremost in his concerns. John said something that touched our hearts: "I'm not worried this time, because I know that CSC is here for me and my family." What an extraordinary statement! But that's what CSC is all about. Our members continually remind us that today more than ever, our services are essential. Practically everyone is impacted by cancer--1 of 2 men, 1 of 3 women, 3 of 4 families. It often comes without warning and few receive the support to navigate their treatment, manage the fear and anxiety that comes with a diagnosis, or even to simply get a good night's sleep with the reassurance that that they are not alone. CSC offers something entirely unique. Since 1982, we've provided support, counseling, classes and education to anyone impacted by cancer... completely FREE of charge. We want to continue to provide the essential help our members need at no cost because we believe our services are making a real difference. In Los Angeles County alone, there were 38,000 new cancer diagnoses in 2014-- in addition to the many survivors living with cancer. Consider also that thousands of loved ones care for these survivors. CSC is here at all times for patients, survivors, loved ones... anyone in need. John made another comment that took my breath away: "If there's anything I or my wife can do to help CSC, let us know." He and his wife have helped CSC with fundraising previously, but for them to think of us at this time reminded me that that the Sheriffs are an extraordinary family, living their lives with joy and courage. Every day, families impacted by cancer come to CSC for help. That's why I am asking you today to please make a tax-deductible donation in any amount to Cancer Support Community. Please give generously. Your gift will help CSC, John and his family, and all those who come to us who are facing cancer--sometimes for the second or third time--live their lives with hope, joy and courage. Thanks and warm regards, P.S. Won't you consider a monthly donation to help sustain CSC? Any amount is greatly appreciated! Even $10 per month would provide one healthy lifestyle class for one member and $60 per month provides comprehensive support services for one member.   WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY Make a monthly contribution Send a Card: Tribute or Memorial Planned Giving: The Benjamin Society                                            Contributors have a variety of giving opportunities. Please consider making a recurring monthly contribution to keep our Community strong! A gift of $60 per month will give one full year of support to one person! Any and all gifts are graciously accepted.     Make a contribution in celebration of a friend or family member! Tribute gifts can be sent in honor of any special occasion: to wish someone a speedy recovery, to celebrate survivorship or to celebrate a birthday. Memorial gifts provide a meaningful way to remember and celebrate the life of a friend or loved one who has passed away and express sympathy to their family.   Please consider donating to CSC through your will or other estate planning. This is an effective way to ensure that CSC services are provided to future generations. A planned gift allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime, while taking comfort in the knowledge that you have made a generous commitment to help all people impacted by cancer.   Thank you for your contribution: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSCPlannedGiving

Watch TIG - CSC Gilda Honoree, Tig Notaro's Documentary

2015 Gilda Award recipient, Tig Notaro's documentary available on Netflix!                       Cancer Support Community Benjamin Center's 2015 Gilda Award recipient, Tig Notaro, is the subject of her own Netflix original documentary, TIG, now available for streaming. This is a deeply personal and touching film which bravely chronicles this Grammy nominated comedian's life and cancer journey. Netflix describes the film as "an unflinching look at a woman determined to find humor, life and love in the places we fear the most." We hope you will watch and enjoy this inspiring film with special appearances by her close friends, Sarah Silverman, Ed Helms, and Zach Galifianakis! Watch TIG trailer More information on Tig Notaro: Tignation.com Videos of TIG Tig's Facebook page Twitter: @blastoffpodcast Coming to HBO on August 22, 2015: "Tig Notaro: Boyish Girl Interrupted" We congratulate Tig on her incredible documentary and wish her continued success!

Join Us At Our Next Fundraiser - Dirty Bingo on August 27th! CSC is hosting its annual Dirty Bingo, an evening of brazen bingo hosted by Legendary Bingo's Roxy Wood & Bingo Boy on Thursday, August 27th. VIP wine and beer tasting with a dinner buffet will begin at 5:30PM at Busby's East. Save the date and come join the fun for a good cause! EVENT DETAILS: Date: Thursday, August 27, 2015 Time:  5:30PM VIP Entrance (Wine/Beer Tasting & Dinner Buffet)            6:30PM General Entrance Location: Busby's East, 5364 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 MAP   With one out of two men and one out of three women facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, most, if not all, know someone affected or is affected by a cancer diagnosis. CSC offers invaluable emotional and psychological support... and our services are always 100% free. For more information on ticket purchases, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer opportunities, please contact Alejandra Paladino at 310-314-2565 or apaladino@cancersupportcommunitybenjamincenter.org Thank you for your continued support! WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY Make a monthly contribution Send a Card: Tribute or Memorial Planned Giving: The Benjamin Society                                            Contributors have a variety of giving opportunities. Please consider making a recurring monthly contribution to keep our Community strong! A gift of $60 per month will give one full year of support to one person! Any and all gifts are graciously accepted.     Make a contribution in celebration of a friend or family member! Tribute gifts can be sent in honor of any special occasion: to wish someone a speedy recovery, to celebrate survivorship or to celebrate a birthday. Memorial gifts provide a meaningful way to remember and celebrate the life of a friend or loved one who has passed away and express sympathy to their family.   Please consider donating to CSC through your will or other estate planning. This is an effective way to ensure that CSC services are provided to future generations. A planned gift allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime, while taking comfort in the knowledge that you have made a generous commitment to help all people impacted by cancer.   Thank you for your contribution: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSC_Give Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/CSCPlannedGiving

CSC's Dirty Bingo party & fundraiser - August 27th!

CSC's Dirty Bingo party & fundraiser is on Thursday, August 27th. VIP wine and beer tasting with a dinner buffet will begin at 5:30PM at Busby's East! It's an evening of brazen bingo and hilarity hosted by Legendary Bingo's Roxy Wood & Bingo Boy. Game starts at 7PM sharp! Save the date and come join the fun for a good cause! EVENT DETAILS: Date: Thursday, August 27, 2015 Time:  5:30PM VIP Entrance 6:30PM General Entrance Location: Busby's East, 5364 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 MAP Tickets: $100 VIP | $ 60 General     CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! Seeking volunteers to help set up the day of!  Please contact Alejandra Paladino at 310-314-2565 or apaladino@cancersupportcommunitybenjamincenter.org For more information on ticket purchases, sponsorship opportunities,volunteering, please contact Alejandra Paladino at 310-314-2565 or apaladino@cancersupportcommunitybenjamincenter.org   Thank you to Scripps Networks for their generous sponsorship!   With one out of two men and one out of three women facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, most, if not all, know someone affected or is affected by a cancer diagnosis. CSC offers invaluable emotional and psychological support... and our services are always 100% free. Thank you for your continued support! Stay In The Know:

Happy Fourth of July from CSC!

Dear Friends of CSC, Cancer Support Community Benjamin Center's annual newsletter has arrived! You can pick up a copy at CSC to read inspirational member and contributor stories and other CSC news! Read it online here. We invite you to make a contribution in celebration of July 4th! Cancer Support Community Benjamin Center's program and services offers its members a place to regain a sense of personal control and independence. We invite you to celebrate and honor our courageous members this Independence Day with a tax-deductible contribution! Any amount helps support CSC's free programs for those affected by cancer. From all of us at CSC, Happy Fourth of July and thank you for your continued support! In health and gratitude, CSC Staff Ways to Give: Give a Gift in Honor or in Memory of Someone Tribute gifts can be made in honor of a special occasion, to wish someone a speedy recovery, to celebrate survivorship or to say thank you for a kind deed. Memorial gifts provide a meaningful way to remember a loved one or friend who has passed away and express sympathy to their family. CSC will send a letter to the individual of your choice announcing the tribute or memorial gift. Donation amounts are not included in the letter, however, you have the opportunity to send a personalized message. Click here to make a tribute or memorial gift online. Attend One of Our Fundraising Events! *Dirty Bingo: August 27, 2015 (Buy tickets) *Spirit of Community Luncheon: October 29, 2015 Donate Online Donate By Mail Complete our simple giving form and mail it with your payment to: Cancer Support Community 1990 South Bundy Drive, Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90025 Shop & Give When shopping with AmazonSmile, Amazon donates 0.5% of your purchase price to Cancer Support Community Santa Monica (Benjamin Center)!  Bookmark this link and support CSC every time you shop! - http://smile.amazon.com/ch/33-0287070 Please visit the Cancer Support Community Benjamin Center's "GIVE" page to see other ways to support our organization! http://cancersupportcommunitybenjamincenter.org/give.html