How to lose weight after cancer
Weight loss can feel overwhelming. Cancer survivorship may make it feel even more complex. Fortunately, finding support during weight loss doesn't have to be an added challenge.
That's where Your Health is Calling, a new telehealth program for cancer survivors, comes in. This free, evidence-based telehealth curriculum combines expertise...
Heavy metals in chocolate: 5 questions, answered
A lot of people crave sugar, and chocolate is usually pretty high on the list of preferred sweets....
Hydrogen water: Does it have health benefits?
If you think back to science class, you may remember that water’s molecular formula is H20: 2 hydrogen atoms and one oxygen...
How to make a healthier smoothie
Is your smoothie as healthy as you think it is? Smoothies can be a great source of nutrients. But they can also be a source of extra sugar and calories.
“If you’re not making them right, smoothies can be full of empty calories, leading to unwanted weight gain,” says Lindsey Wolhford, a wellness dietitian at MD Anderson.
Extra calories can lead to obesity, which increases your risk for cancer and other...
Which foods can reduce inflammation?
Inflammation is the body’s response to injury and infection. Without it, we would be defenseless against everything from bee stings and broken...
Eating well when you don't feel well
When you don’t feel well, eating may feel like less of a ‘woohoo!’ and more of a to-do. This is especially true when you don't have an appetite...
Red wine and your health: Facts and myths
Research has shown that drinking even a small amount of alcohol — as little as one glass of wine per day — can increase cancer risk.
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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...
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...
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...