What to expect when you have a mole removed
Moles are common growths on the skin. Moles are benign, which means they’re not cancerous. But when melanocytes, the cells that make up moles, turn cancerous, we call that melanoma.
Melanomas can develop within a mole you’ve had for a long time or show up as a new mole. In both cases, the mole can look unusual; it doesn’t look like your other moles or is changing and/or growing in an unusual way.
Your dermatologist may find...
Does sugar cause cancer?
Does sugar cause cancer?
As a senior research dietitian at MD Anderson, I hear this question a lot. So, let’s look at the evidence...
Is seed oil healthy?
There have been mixed messages about whether seed oils are healthy or unhealthy. On one hand, seed oils are unsaturated, or “healthy” fats...
Invasive ductal carcinoma: 6 things to know about this common breast cancer
Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) is breast cancer that starts in the breast ducts and spreads to surrounding tissue. It is the most common type of breast cancer, making up about 80% of breast cancer diagnoses.
If caught and treated early, invasive ductal carcinoma can potentially be cured.
As a breast medical oncologist, I specialize in treating all types of breast cancer. Here, I’ll answer some common questions I hear about...
Diet soda and cancer risk: What you should know
Diet soda has few, if any, calories. So, you may think it’s a healthier, waist-shrinking alternative to regular soda. But that’s not the case...
How to get your heart rate up
Exercise is an important part of disease prevention – and that includes cancer prevention. But not all exercise is created equal. It’s essential...
What happens when you overeat?
Sometimes it’s because something tastes good. Other times, it’s due to stress or anxiety. Occasionally, it’s just a mindless habit. But chances...
How to make colonoscopy prep better
Clear liquid diets, giant containers of prep solution, heightened nerves, and spending the majority of an evening tied to your toilet—it’s...
Negative effects of vaping on teens
When e-cigarettes were first sold, many claimed users would be adult smokers who wanted to stop smoking regular cigarettes.
But youth...
Artificial sweeteners vs. natural sweeteners: Which one is better?
The baking aisle at the grocery store can be a little overwhelming. There are so many different ingredients — especially sweeteners. There...