6 simple ways to boost your immune system
Your immune system is constantly working to detect and fight off infections. These could be caused by bacteria, such as Salmonella, or by a virus, such as the flu.
Like all your body’s systems, the immune system functions best when you take proper care of it. But how do you do that? Are there any simple ways to keep your body at peak readiness to fend off disease?
We went to Roy Chemaly, M.D., our department...
Sulforaphane benefits: How broccoli and Brussels sprouts may help reduce your cancer risk
You may not have heard of sulforaphane, but you’ll definitely want its benefits.
This tiny, sulfur-based nutrient is one of the...
What’s the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
If you’re interested in staying safe in the sun, you’ll hear a lot about ultraviolet radiation. That’s because UV rays are the part of sunlight...
Vibration plates: Are there health benefits?
Plenty of fitness devices get buzz online. But it’s not often that you come across a fitness device that is, well, actually buzzy.
Enter vibration plates. These slightly elevated platforms shake rapidly as you stand or workout on them. Imagine balancing your entire body on an XL massage gun, and you get the picture.
So, how do these devices work? And, perhaps more to the point, do they work? Here, MD Anderson experts share...
How much protein do I need? A dietitian answers
Protein is perhaps best known for its role in supporting your muscles, but there are many reasons you need it in your diet.
Dietary...
Exercise during cancer treatment: 5 things to know
For years, doctors have recommended exercise to reduce people’s risk of developing cancer and to help cancer survivors thrive after treatment...
How to get genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk
Between 5% and 10% of cancers are hereditary. This means that the cancer is caused by a change in your genes called a genetic mutation.
Is smelly urine ever a symptom of cancer?
If you’ve ever eaten asparagus, you know it can make your urine smell very unpleasant.
But does anything else cause urine...
Food scanner apps: What to know
Choosing healthy foods and drinks can help you feel your best, maintain a healthy weight and even manage your cancer risk. This knowledge...
8 ways to say, ‘Don’t smoke around me’
Trying to take better control of your health? Steer clear of secondhand smoke.
Here’s the surprising reason: The amount of many...