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From Feeling Guilt To Feeling Good

April 17th 2018

By Kevin Berry

Lets try positive motivation to improve our diet and exercise habits!

Healthy Lifestyle Improves Survival Outcomes in Colon Cancer

April 15th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

If patients with colon cancer follow the previously-issued American Cancer Society guidelines on nutrition and physical activity, they can improve outcomes in to survivorship.

Losing Weight Without Losing Your Mind

March 19th 2018

By Heather Millar

If following a particular diet makes sense to you, and you can tolerate it, then by all means do so. But I beg you to remember that even unhealthy things won't kill you in moderation.

Exercise Keeps Me Moving Through Cancer's Ups and Downs

March 16th 2018

By Khevin Barnes

It's simple, nontoxic and free. This cancer survivor shows you how to add a little lift to your life.

A Cancer-Fighting Diet

March 8th 2018

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

Do you believe in embracing a cancer-fighting diet?

Cheers? Why This Cancer Survivor Sometimes Drinks, Even Though She Knows Better

March 7th 2018

By Barbara Tako

Two-time cancer survivor discusses why sometimes she still has wine or cocktails.

Barbells for Boobs

March 1st 2018

By Brielle Benyon

What happens when a 20-something finds a cancerous lump in her breast and is told to come back for a mammogram at the age of 40? For one group of CrossFit fanatics, it meant the launch of a nonprofit to raise money and spread awareness about breast cancer.

Ultra-Processed Foods May Increase Cancer Risk

February 23rd 2018

By Brielle Benyon

Ultra-processed foods include items such as packaged bread products, sweet and savory packaged snacks, industrialized desserts, highly processed and/or preserved meat products, instant noodles and soups and other shelf-stable items, which usually have a high sugar, oil and/or fat content.

Barbells for Boobs Strengthens the Fight Against Breast Cancer

February 12th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

The mission of Barbells for Boobs is to mobilize and empower people to take action against breast cancer. The organization will help people – of all ages, and regardless of insurance status or type – to get screened by connecting them with resources in their area.

I Really Should Lose Weight

January 5th 2018

By Bonnie Annis

Fat cells can harbor extra estrogen. With this in mind, doesn't it make sense for women affected by estrogen-fed cancer to become conscious of their weight?

Cancer and the Cocktail: Delicious or Deadly?

December 27th 2017

By Khevin Barnes

A breast cancer survivor ponders the dangers in a drink.

Give Yourself the Gift of Wellness

December 25th 2017

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

If you are into giving gifts possibly consider giving yourself the gift of wellness by seeing a nutritionist before the year is over or to begin 2018 in a good direction.

Ketogenic Diet Sparks Genetic Changes that May Help Cancer Treatment Responses

November 21st 2017

By Beth Fand Incollingo

Can a certain diet improve cancer outcomes?

10 Diet and Exercise Tips for People Who Say, 'I Can't'

November 10th 2017

By Barbara Tako

A two-time cancer survivor shares strategies that have helped her over the years with healthy eating habits and movement.

Resources for Lung Cancer Patients

November 6th 2017

Who Should Get Screened?

November 6th 2017

Patient Empowerment and Quality Care

November 6th 2017

Dispelling Myths Surrounding Lung Cancer

November 6th 2017

Changing the Face of Lung Cancer

November 6th 2017

Continuing the Fight for More Survivors

November 6th 2017

Reaching Out: More Than Just Prevention

November 6th 2017

The Importance of Support and Networking

November 6th 2017

A Diagnosis of Lung Cancer: Keasha's Story

November 6th 2017

Food Safety Smarts for Patients With Cancer

July 28th 2017

By Amanda Bontempo

How fresh is your food? Know what's behind those sell-by and best-by dates

"In With the Good" for Cancer Food Trends

July 21st 2017

By Amanda Bontempo

For people affected by cancer, the idea of starting fresh and with a clean slate is appealing. Here are a few of my favorite food trends.

Protein Power for Cancer Survivors

July 11th 2017

By Amanda Bontempo

Adequate protein is essential to meet the increased demands of the body, especially during anti-cancer treatment.

Fruits, Vegetables and Water are Key Components of a Healthy Diet During and After Ovarian Cancer

July 9th 2017

By Beth Fand Incollingo

Strategies from expert oncology dieticians can help patients to eat an appropriate diet and maintain a healthy weight during and after treatment for ovarian cancer.

Food vs. Cancer, or Cancer vs. Food?

July 5th 2017

By Jen Sotham

Cancer not only wages war on our bodies, but also our relationships with food. Are cancer-fighting diets really the answer?

Living Naturally With Cancer

June 27th 2017

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

A cancer survivor describes the use of diet, exercise and natural products to help boost her immune system.

Dr. Len Answers: What Is the Best Anti-Cancer Diet?

June 24th 2017

By Len Lichtenfeld, M.D.

Len Lichtenfeld, M.D., Deputy Chief Medical Officer at the American Cancer Society answers the question, “What is the best anti-cancer diet?”