Friends - I have something I'm very excited to announce. I STARTED A PODCAST!! Please find me on your favorite podcast app and SUBSCRIBE and rate me (5 stars of course, hahaha!). When you subscribe and provide a review it helps my podcast become easier to find for others. Just search for 'Cancer Dietitian Podcast' and be sure to spell Dietitian with two T's! It should pull up an image that looks like this: It's been a lot of work and some great advice from others … [Read more...]
Soy Foods and Cancer
Soy Foods and Cancer: Soy foods and cancer is a hot topic. I got a lot of response from readers, listeners and clients on this topic! HERE'S A PRINTABLE HANDOUT ON SOY AND BREAST CANCER! The Facts About Soy and Hormones: Most of the controversy over soy and cancer has to do with the fact that soy is one of the best sources of isoflavones, phytochemicals classified as phytoestrogens. A phytoestrogen is a plant chemical with a similar shape to estrogen, therefore allowing it … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths
I had the privilege of speaking at the Living Beyond Breast Cancer conference at the end of September this year. They asked me to discuss "Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths", which is one of my favorite topics. Not only do I get to bust them myths, but more importantly, I get to share the evidence-based truths that survivors need to know! To listen to the recording, click here! Here is the quick and dirty busted myths! MYTH: Sugar Feeds Cancer. FACT: All our … [Read more...]
How to Read Nutrition News Without Losing Your Mind!
Let's face it. Our culture is full of all kinds of nutrition opinions. Some of them are reasonable and helpful. And most of them are wacky, not backed in science OR common sense. While the latest nutrition fad might not be harmful in itself, the constant bombardment of headlines on TV/online and opinions via our social media news feeds is wearing us down mentally and emotionally. How do I know? It happens to me too. I am weary of all the headlines and never ending opinions … [Read more...]
I’m Confused… Are Lectins Good or Bad? Do They Prevent Cancer or Cause Health Problems?
For my regular readers... let me give you the cliff notes version and see if you can answer this question yourself! Lectins are found in many fruits, vegetables and whole grains. If you eat foods in the ways that they have historically been prepared and consumed, there is no evidence of lectins contributing to health problems. There is some evidence showing lectins can promote health and immunity, and therefore reduce cancer risk. So go ahead... guess the answer! … [Read more...]
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