Mushrooms
Mushrooms don’t always get the attention they deserve. Although typically treated as one, mushrooms aren’t vegetables. They’re the edible fleshy fruit of a fungus. As a result, they contain a completely different nutritional profile from their plant counterparts. Nutrition of Mushrooms It may come as a surprise, but mushrooms contain many beneficial nutrients and […]
Finding Choice in Caregiving
Caregiving often compromises our ability to think, act and speak our truth. This reality is a difficult pill to swallow but one we gladly sacrifice in the face of caring for someone we love. But as time passes, our couched feelings, the strain of sleepless nights and busy days add up and we’re left wondering […]
Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
September is the Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month and we would like to take a moment to discuss about thyroid cancer since it is the most rapidly increasing cancer by incidence in the United States. Thyroid cancer affects all people of all ages, from young children to seniors. Thankfully, due to the successful treatment of early-detected […]
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
September is the National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, so we would like to share with you some general information about the disease. Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men. It is estimated that about 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with this cancer during their lifetime. Prostate […]
Treatment Beyond Medicine
“I’m not really sure why I am calling.” “My friend told me to call you.” “I have no idea what to do.” These are some common opening lines from phone calls with my patients. As the Patient Services Manager for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, I received distressed calls from patients, family members, and concerned […]
August Food of the Month: Peaches
Peaches have become a summertime staple in my house. They are perfect as a snack and can be easily eaten on the go. The best part, one large peach comes in at only 68 calories and 3 grams of filling fiber. They contain many beneficial nutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidants. Peaches are rich in vitamins A, […]
Just Peachy!
August is National Peach Month, which is something worth celebrating! Not only are peaches sweet, juicy, and my personal favorite fruit, but they also boast several health benefits. They are low in calories (only about 50-60 calories) and are a great source of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent inflammation. Peaches […]
Beat the August Heat with this New Soothing Frozen Treat
Ah, behold the dog days of summer… August has snuck up on us again and brings with it those high temps, that humid air — and a constant need for something refreshing, soothing, hydrating and, ideally, nourishing. Well, thankfully, LifeIce is here to offer a perfectly bite-sized icy solution.
Preventing Food Borne Illness
Preparing meals for a cancer patients is a stressful process: making healthy, appetizing foods that appeal to their changing tastes can be difficult. Caregivers also have practice safe food handling in order to prevent food-borne illness. Believe it or not, it does not have to be overwhelming – there is an easy place to start! […]
What You Should Know About the Ketogenic Diet
Traditionally, the ketogenic diet has been used as an adjunct treatment to control seizures. However, as more oncology patients, researchers, and professionals question the relationship between cancer and sugar, the potential therapeutic benefit of the ketogenetic diet in oncology has become the topic of increasing research and debate. The scientific community is now learning about […]