Breast Cancer Risk and an Estrogen Related Dietary Pattern
Part of our job as registered dietitians (RDs) is to be detectives. Whether it is in the grocery store, analyzing food labels, or being weary of what we read in the media, we always have to be on our A-game. A, of course, stands for ANALYZING… We must stay on top of research studies and […]
Food First: A Savor Health Series
Take one step into your local drug store looking for a nutritional supplement and it is easy to get a rush of anxiety. It’s hard to miss the massive aisle dedicated to vitamin and mineral supplements, and all too commonly, these supplements are relied upon instead of food. In today’s hectic lifestyle, Americans search voraciously […]
The Science Nook on Head and Neck Cancer
Since April was the Head and Neck Awareness cancer month, we are acknowledging the cancers of the head and neck, which account for 4 % of all cancers diagnosed in the United States with a 5 year survival rate [i]. Concomitant chemo-radiotherapy (CCRT) with/without surgery is the most common form of treatment for head and […]
Savor Spices it up with Chives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This month’s “Savor Cooks” recipe features chives. When snipped or chopped, chives add a beautiful and fancy-feeling finish to a variety of dishes. Here are some fun ways to include chives in your everyday cooking or entertaining: Spreads and Dips Mix a few big pinches of chives into soft goat or ricotta cheese or […]
Springtime is Chive Time
The green herbs of spring are here: chives! As part of the allium family, chives are closely related to garlic, scallions and shallots [i]. These green thin stalks are hollow inside and have an onion-y taste and aroma. They can be used either fresh or dried and are wonderful in salads, vegetable side dishes or as […]
Sleeping Well with Cancer
Science proves that sleep is an important part of a healthy life. During cancer treatment, getting the appropriate quality and quantity of sleep can be challenging, but it is essential for recovery and to build strength [i]. Sleep and Health Currently in the United States, sleep disorders affect around 50-70 million adults [ii]. Scientific […]
National Nutrition Month 2018
Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) shines a spotlight on the importance of nutrition for Americans. At Savor Health we appreciate this importance, and work to do our part by improving the lives of cancer patients and their caregivers through personalized nutrition and exercise solutions. 1 Go Further with Food For […]
Silky Ginger Hummus
This month’s “Savor Cooks” recipe features ginger. Try our recipe for Supersmooth Ginger Hummus, taken from page 223 of The Meals to Heal Cookbook. Ginger, a gnarly looking root, is a great staple to keep in your kitchen for use in homemade teas, soups, smoothies, dressings and dips. Ginger’s main bioactive component is ginerol, […]
Zesty Ginger
A versatile culinary root Originally from Southeast Asia, ginger journeyed far and wide, reaching China, India, and eventually Rome before making its way to America. This yellowish, pungent and spicy rhizome comes in a variety of forms, including: Fresh or dried Extract Oil Pickled Crystallized Candied Capsular form as a supplement [i] Common foods and drinks […]
The Science Nook on Colorectal Cancer
As March approaches, we acknowledge Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer diagnosis worldwide. The majority of colorectal tumors start as benign polyps and evolve into cancerous tumors, sometimes taking twenty years or more to develop [i]. Strongly influential in the development of CRC are nutrition and lifestyle habits, […]