Cancer is a long and difficult journey for most patients. Treatments are daunting and wrought with side effects, such as impaired memory, depression, loneliness, anxiety, and neuropathy. But something as simple as a tiny square of colored paper with low-residue glue can be a bright light in the dark days of cancer. How is that…
This is a must-read article for every adult person. It is tremendously important for people to reduce their cancer risk. Statistically, almost one in two people will get cancer in their lifetime. Cancer is the second most leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart disease. While there are many major lifestyle changes…
Nightshade vegetables are in the doghouse yet again. Every now and then, the internet makes us gasp in shock and horror with claims that nightshade vegetables cause inflammation and cancer. But how can it be true? Aren’t these vegetables and fruits nutritious? And don’t they help fight cancer? Well, as you will soon discover, the…
According to the World Health Organization, lifestyle-related factors are estimated to be responsible for one in four chronic illnesses, including cancer, globally. Chronic diseases are responsible for about 60% of all deaths worldwide. But research also suggests that we can improve those statistics through healthy living. We can reduce the risk of death from chronic…
A New Year brings about a wonderous, fresh start. It is the time to forgive the past and move onto a new and exciting future. Hence, New Year’s resolutions are on most of our minds right now. And, besides weight loss and financial goals, healthy living is one of the top resolutions every single year. …
Cancer does not discriminate. It can hit anyone, anytime during career or life. We hear about the celebrities who are diagnosed with cancer in magazines. More often news articles are about famous people who have died from cancer. But there have been many stars who have survived cancer, thrive and live quality lives after cancer…
Good health begins early in life. Cancer should no longer be considered an age-related disease. Young adults do get cancer. While current statistics suggest that as we age our risk for cancer increases, that is not a hard fact. Evidence shows that early changes in behavior and lifestyle could prevent future cancers. Read on for…
If someone in your life wants to live a healthier life after cancer treatments, then this gift guide can help you find the perfect gift. Finding a special, meaningful present can be difficult, but these ideas might inspire you. I have been through cancer. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, I went through two mastectomy…
Who knew eating chickpeas when you have cancer was so controversial? I certainly didn’t. But ultimately that is what I discovered after publishing two of my most popular articles; What To Eat While on Tamoxifen and What To Eat During Radiation Therapy. I, then, promised to do a deep dive into the science of chickpeas…
We know that some foods increase our risk for cancer. But is the opposite true? If certain foods can lead to cancer, can other foods help prevent cancer? The short answer to this question is yes. There are some foods that should be included in a cancer-fighting diet. Let’s explore this further and look at…
Almost 95% of Americans do not eat enough dietary fiber. And it seems that we aren’t all that interested in learning about fiber, either. I have written about dietary fiber before. Unfortunately, that article didn’t get much attention. I get it, fiber is boring. We don’t like to read about it and we certainly don’t…
“Does sugar feed cancer?” is likely the number one asked nutrition question by those diagnosed with the disease. Limiting sugar consumption is also likely the biggest dietary advice given. High protein and low carbohydrate diets, such as Ketogenic (Keto), are all the rage. But does eating carbohydrates really cause cancer? And can we starve out…
Meal planning is a healthier, cheaper and easier way to eat. Cancer patients can use this efficient tool to help schedule weekly meals around their treatments. Chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery can render meal making a difficult chore. This article explains how menu planning and meal preparation can make the life of a cancer patient easier…
Living a healthier life is easier when you develop healthy habits. Take the Pink Ribbon Runner 31 Day Healthy Habits Challenge and start on a path towards a healthier and happier you. The time for change is now! What is a Healthy Habit? The Cambridge Dictionary defines a habit as something that you do often…
Self-kindness is an important component of being healthy. Acceptance and compassion towards yourself is necessary for both mental and physical health. But letting go of worry, self judgement and criticisms can be a difficult thing to do. Guest blogger and joy-expert, Louise Pistole shows us how. I have been following Louise’s blog, Discovery Your Joy,…
A thoughtful gift can brighten a cancer patient’s day. During a time of emotional turmoil and uncertainty, showing you care about a friend or family member is so important. But what do you gift to someone with cancer? Here are 15 of the best gift ideas for cancer patients, as told by cancer survivors. Updated…
Chemotherapy is difficult to go through, to say the least. I’ve been there. Don’t make cancer treatment side effects worse with the foods you eat. Avoid these 12 foods during chemotherapy and be a bit kinder to yourself. Foods and Chemotherapy I have written different articles on foods with tamoxifen and eating during radiation therapy. …
Most of us know that eating good food is important to stay healthy and prevent disease. But do you know why wholesome food is so important? Scientific researchers have recently uncovered some fascinating connections between digestion and our health. And now that connection may extend to preventing and treating cancers with prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics. …
Listening to your body is an important part of a healthy mindset. It is advice given by many health care professionals. And it sounds like great advice. But what does it mean to listen to your body? And how do you do this? Let’s explore the mind-body connection and learn 12 tips for listening to…
Don’t just live with cancer. Live healthy with cancer. No matter where you are with your health, there are 3 things you can do to help you live your healthiest and happiest life possible. I have been blogging about healthy living and cancer for a little over a year and a half now. And it…
Drinking enough water is vital to health and life. It is very important that cancer patients drink enough water during cancer treatments. This can be a difficult task because some cancer treatments can make drinking water troublesome. Let’s talk about some of the myths and issues we face as cancer patients. Questions about drinking water…
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