Coping with Depression and Cancer
Anxiety and Depression Affecting anywhere from 15-25% of cancer patients, including caregivers, depression can be a challenge for many. This equates to up to 4 times higher than the general population. While emotional stress is common, depression is something different. Depression for cancer patients can be caused by the disease itself, including imbalances in brain […]
Simple Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts
This month’s “Savor Cooks” recipe features Brussels sprouts. Try our recipe for Simple Skillet-Roasted Brussels Sprouts. They’re both tender and crispy and take less than 10 minutes to cook. Brussels sprouts are very versatile. Enjoy them raw and thinly sliced in salads, or halved and roasted (check out our recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts […]
Brussel Sprouts
The modern day version of this cruciferous vegetable was developed in Brussels, Belgium, of which it’s name was derived [i]. A winter stock vegetable, it’s best known for its bitter taste and resemblance to cabbage, both in look and flavor. However, when prepared correctly, the brussel sprout can supply a wonderful nutty, savory flavor. Sprouts […]
Holly’s Healthy Hints: Reducing Risk for Cancer
We know that a healthy diet and lifestyle is advantageous for health. Did you know it can help to reduce the risk for cancer? According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), up to 34% of cancers can be prevented with a healthy diet to maintain an optimum weight, and through regular exercise. This […]
World Cancer Day 2018: We Can. I Can.
Each February 4th, Savor Health unites proudly with the rest of the world in the fight against Cancer, for World Cancer Day. Each and every day, we make it our duty to help to positively drive effective progress in Cancer through the work that we do for our patients and those for whom we work. […]
The Science Nook on Prevention
The mounting body of cancer research is compelling as it relates to prevention. Research is showing that proactively following healthy daily behaviors will significantly work to reduce the risk of cancer. The American Institute of Cancer Research (AICR) estimates that approximately 1/3 of the most common cancers in the US are preventable through a healthy diet, […]
Savor Cooks: Grapefruit Substitutes
This month’s “Savor Health Cooks” recipe features citrus related to the grapefruit, for instances when grapefruit is not recommended within your diet. Find out why this may be in the supplemental article on grapefruit for the month. Try our recipe (below) for Citrus and Greek Yogurt Tart with Oat Flour Crust, or pair citrus in […]
The Grapefruit: A Deeper Look
Grapefruits are the beauties of the winter season. The fruit bins, at some of our favorite produce markets, are stacked with the bright white, yellow, pink and deep red colors of grapefruits. Being of different colors and having different tastes ranging from acidic to sweet, grapefruits have a variety of health benefits (and risks!). […]
Holly’s Healthy Hints: Simplifying Home Cooking
Tips to Simplify Don’t be overwhelmed by a home-cooked meals. We know that cooking at home is often much better for you than ordering out, but it can be difficult to overcome barriers to get that meal on the table. 50 years ago, people spent 40 hours a week in the kitchen – boy have […]
The Science Nook on Exercising with Cancer
by Jenna Koroly, MS, RD, CSOWM, CDN Exercise, from diagnosis into survivorship, can have numerous benefits. Just as treatment regimens are consistent, an exercise routine should also be just as frequent. Moving the muscles and building strength can have a profound and beneficial impact throughout the cancer care continuum. Exercise is associated with a multitude […]