Evaluating Nutrition Information
There is so much information available online regarding health. Yet dependable, science-based advice can be hard to find. When looking for information, beware of easy answers and quick fixes. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Media reports and companies pushing products can be sources of misleading information. Remember that science moves slowly carefully, so be skeptical of “breakthrough” or “miracle” discoveries. Always read carefully and make sure you know the whole story and all of the important details beyond a headline. Rely in scientific consensus rather than on “testimonials”.
Below are some reputable sources of information.
Nutrition in Cancer Prevention, Treatment, and Survivorship
American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) NCI Nutrition in Cancer Care Nutrition & Cancer
Links to multiple government resources including Food Safety for Cancer Patients and Eating Hints: Before, During, and After Cancer Treatment
American Cancer Society (ACS) Nutrition for People with Cancer
Cancer Information
National Cancer Institute (NCI) National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Healthy Eating Information
USDA Healthy Eating nutrition.gov United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) – Eat Healthy Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Nutrition