Food for Thought

Half Empty, Half Full

BY LENA HUANG

A drink a day won’t necessarily keep the oncologist away. 

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The Healing Yoga Project

BY LIBBY LOWE, YOGA BEAR

About two and a half years ago, a close friend of mine was caring for her husband as he battled cancer. As much as she could, she still made time for yoga. And on numerous occasions - during his illness and after he passed away - she said that yoga saved her life.

 

New exercise guidelines for survivors

BY MELISSA WEBER, GUEST BLOGGER

Survivors may soon get their very own exercise prescription, following new guidelines presented today at the American Society of Clinical Oncology's annual meeting.

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Fitness and Nutrition

Nutrition

A Mouth Full

BY LACEY MEYER

Oral mucositis can make eating challenging but not impossible. 

Fitness

Welcomed Workout

BY LAURA BEIL

Finding an exercise routine you enjoy makes sticking to it easier.

Nutrition

Mixing It Up

BY DON VAUGHAN

Food-drug interactions can adversely affect cancer treatment.

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After Treatment: Exercise & Recovery

A regular exercise program is essential to aid in improved fitness, and early studies suggest physical activity may be important for reducing the risk of recurrence and extending survival in some survivors.

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