2015 National Nutrition Month®
National Nutrition Month®, sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, is an annual nutrition education and information campaign in March that allows for the public to gain and spread awareness about the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy lifestyle habits.
Physical Activity and the Cancer Patient—Pull Up a Chair For Your Health
Each month throughout 2015, we will feature a different physical activity on our blog. We hope to highlight a variety of activities in this series so that you can find your favorite ways to move your body! This activity post is for anyone who is… – limited in mobility or unable to stand due to […]
The Oral and Dental Conditions Associated with Solid Organ and Stem Cell Transplants: A Closer Look
Indubitably, solid organ transplants and hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) are lifesaving and have transformed the field of medicine. Hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) may involve either the transfer of stem cells from one individual to another, known as an allogeneic HSCT, or the return of the harvested cells to the same person known as an […]
Heart Healthy Triple-Citrus Salmon
[buymeapie-recipe id=’16’] Reprinted with permission from One Bite at a Time. Copyright © 2009 by Rebecca Katz with Mat Edelson, Ten Speed Press, a division of the Crown Publishing Group, Berkeley, CA. Rebecca Katz is a nationally-recognized culinary translator and expert on the role of food in supporting optimal health, Rebecca has a Masters of […]
How To Enrich Your Rainbow
Starting with a plate full of color is the first step in eating well. Roasting, steaming and sauteeing are preparation methods that highlight the natural colors and flavors of food. But all too often, we rely on salt, fat and sugary ingredients for additional taste. In fact, many of us are addicted to these common […]
February is Cancer Prevention Month
The American Institute of Cancer Research (AICR) estimates that about one third of the cases of most common cancers in the US could be prevented by eating healthy, being active, and maintaining a healthy weight. This translates to 374,000 cases of cancer that could have been prevented just in the last year. So how can […]
World Cancer Day: “Not Beyond Us”
February 4 is designated as 2015’s World Cancer Day, which is organized by the Union for International Cancer Control. This day is dedicated to spreading awareness and encouraging actions to effectively prevent, treat, and control the many forms of cancer. This year’s theme, ‘Not beyond us’, is to emphasize that solutions do exist and that […]
How Does Chemotherapy Affect Oral and Dental Health?
How does chemotherapy affect oral and dental health? In a variety of ways; however, it is important to note that the side effects typically resolve when patients end their treatment. There are several oral side effects associated with chemotherapy. To oversimplify chemotherapy, chemotherapy interferes with the metabolism and reproduction of tumor cells, also known as […]
Our Top 15 GMO FAQs
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) or genetically engineered foods (GE) are currently a hot topic, especially as the fight to label GMO foods intensifies. Although a confusing topic, GMOs are not completely understood by many people. Check out our GMO Q&A to learn all about GMOs, the current research and policy regulations and why this issue […]
Dental Management and Cancer Therapy: Some Important Information to Know Before Undergoing Invasive Procedures
Trained in dental oncology, Lauren Levi, D.M.D., is a general dentist who provides care to cancer patients and is committed to delivering comprehensive oral care. She has extensive experience treating patients who are receiving chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplants and who face individualized dental needs because of these treatment programs. Dr. Levi will […]