“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…
There are likely thousands of books on running. Some are absolutely wonderful and tremendously useful, while others are real duds. So, how do you sort the good ones from the bad ones? You ask someone who has read many, many books for runners. That is me, Patricia Prince, runner, coach and writer. Let me tell…
Eating healthy foods and exercising are necessary for good health. But relieving chronic stress is also important for a healthy mind and body. And there is no denying that life is full of worries, troubles, and tension. Let’s look at how to relax and rejuvenate in a stressful world. Sometimes you may not be able…
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…
Comfort foods soothe the soul and quiet the mind. We grab our favorite foods when we are stressed, bored, or tired. But most often favorite foods are high in calories, sugar, salt and fat. This is what makes them comforting. But that is what also throws us off our diet wagon. So, how do…
Winter fat biking is a fantastic way to stay fit when the snow blankets the ground. Cycling is a fun cross-training activity for running and other sports. The cardio workout and leg strength you gain from biking will help to keep you healthy and strong. In this interview with fat biker, Juanita Dempsey, we explore…
Feeling hungry when trying to lose weight can make it tough to stick to a nutritional plan. But there are some things you can do to help suppress your appetite and control hunger when dieting. Here are 15 healthy tips to control hunger that I used to lose 90 pounds. When I set out to…
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…
Cross country skiing is a great full-body fat-burning workout. Getting outside in the crisp fresh air and sun of winter is necessary for both mental and physical health. Gliding and sliding along the white snow makes for some peaceful and pretty times in life. And skiing can help you destress after a long day at…
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,…
Running with a heart rate monitor is an effective and safer way to train. If you are just learning to run, want to run faster, run further or perform to your personal best, monitoring your heart rate is a great tool to use in training. But before you get started, there are some things you…
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. …
A quality winter running hat is important to stay warm and comfortable on your run. Your head can lose a lot of heat in cold weather. A great hat can make the difference between an enjoyable run or a miserable, cold run. So, let’s explore what proper headgear is and why you need it. What…
Ultra Running is a sport that involves running very long distances. The standard definition is anything more than 26.2 miles (a marathon). However, the shortest distance for most ultramarathons is 50 kilometers, which is a little over 31 miles. And there are distances of 100 km, 100 miles and much further. When I first learned…
Running can sometimes be a struggle, especially when you are tired and sore towards the end of a long run or race. It is during these hard times that many runners fall back on their favorite quotes and mantras to push forward. Words can inspire us to keep going, persevere and make it to the…
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…
Quotes are short excerpts that can pack an inspirational punch. Some literary gems can even spark and motivate positive changes in our lives. Let these 40 remarkable quotes inspire you to live your healthiest life. Do You Love Quotes too? If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you know that I love quotes. I…