30 Posts
September 7, 2022
Seafood is an important part of a cancer patient’s diet, but so is knowing where it came fromFish is an excellent source of low-fat protein, but patients struggling with digestive issues brought on by cancer treatment may find the texture and aroma unappetizing.
May 18, 2022
From the belly to the brain: How your gut plays a role in ‘chemo brain’ symptomsThe bacteria that swim in your colon may be altered in ways that impair your memory or thinking abilities, make you depressed or cause insomnia.
April 20, 2022
Patients have options to restore their voice after head and neck cancer treatmentFor patients with head and neck cancers, cancer symptoms and treatment side effects often complicate two innate tasks that are usually taken for granted—speaking and swallowing.
March 23, 2022
For prostate cancer patients, it’s always good to know the scoreThe Gleason score is a critical calculation designed to help determine the extent of the disease, the aggressiveness of the cancer cells and how it may be treated.
July 1, 2021
The beef with red meat: Potential for increased cancer riskConcern is mounting that too much red meat, especially beef, may contribute to poor health and increased cancer risk.
May 14, 2021
Colon cancer diet: Navigating nutritional challenges during treatmentColon cancer and its treatment affects your body's ability to digest and absorb nutrients. This article explains what to eat when you have colon cancer.
February 17, 2021
Nutrition for cancer patients: How to fuel your body for the fightWhat should you eat during cancer treatment? Are you at risk for malnutrition? This article answers your questions about nutrition for cancer patients.
May 22, 2020
Study says carcinogens in drinking water linked to thousands of cancersWhat’s in your water? A recent study by the nonprofit watchdog organization Environmental Working Group links thousands of cancers to carcinogens found in drinking water.
August 28, 2019
What’s the deal with grapefruit juice and certain medications?There’s at least one downside to drinking grapefruit juice: You can’t have grapefruit juice when taking some prescription medications. Why? Grapefruit juice can prevent specific medications from working as designed and/or create serious side effects.
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