"There's a lot of evidence that for someone who's overweight, losing even a small amount — five pounds, 10 pounds — can reduce the chances that they'll be diagnosed with cancer."
Healthy Living
Chemotherapy, radiation, surgery and other cancer treatments can be hard on your body. Fortunately, making healthy food choices can help cancer patients feel better before, during and after treatment.
Many of us struggle to maintain healthy eating habits while we’re constantly rushing around to meet the demands of our careers and busy family lives. Check out these quick tips to stay healthy on the move.
If you’re looking for fun ways to lead a healthier lifestyle, the BNMC is a good place to start.
Grilling meats at high temperatures results in the formation of heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), chemicals that form when meat — including beef, pork, fish or poultry — is cooked at high temperatures.
The key is to choose more of the healthy fats and less of the unhealthy fats through moderation.
From the low-fat diet trends of the '90s to the high-fat ketogenic diet, there has been a lot of conflicting information out there about how much fat to include in your diet.
Is there a connection between certain types of cancer and diabetes? There could be, although the relationship is a complex one, according to Rajeev Sharma, MBBS, MD, FACE.
Whether you’re trying to maintain your strength during treatment or follow good nutrition guidelines afterward, eating healthy can be a challenge.
Making healthier food choices can be overwhelming, but it does not have to be complicated. Small shifts in food choices over the course of a week, a day or even a meal can make a big difference.
Many cancer survivors report that they don't sleep well, even years after diagnosis. Getting a good night's sleep is important, because it boosts your immune system. Plan ahead to avoid sleep disruptions after Daylight Saving Time kicks in.
Cancer treatment can affect appetite and digestion making it difficult to enjoy the foods you love. While you might not always feel like eating, it's important to do what you can to maintain your intake of calories, protein and fluids. Think of good nutrition as an essential part of your recovery and do what you can to make it a priority.