Nutrition & Cancer

The use of dietary supplements, which include vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other natural medicines, is increasing in the United States and is especially popular among patients with cancer. I

In her book Before and After Cancer Treatment: Heal Faster, Better, Stronger, Dr. Julie Silver addresses the common questions that people have about eating well.

Starting with a modest weight-loss goal can still provide health benefits, and will help keep you from getting discouraged.

Ashley Harris, MS, RD, CSO, founder and CEO of Fresh Food Fresh Perspective, LLC offers valuable advice regarding the difficult of eating during cancer treatment.

More than 60% of all American adults take dietary supplements in an effort to improve their health. However, recent research shows that taking excess amounts of vitamin supplements may increase the risk for cancer in some people.

Millions of Americans rely on a morning “cup of Joe” to start their day, but can coffee help fight cancer, too?

Did you know that what you drink may be as powerful as what you eat in the fight against cancer? Both tea and coffee contain compounds that are currently being studied for their cancer-fighting properties.

As tempting as it is to believe that a single fruit could cure your cancer, or that eliminating a food group will keep cancer at bay, the truth is often more complex.