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Why You Should Stop Saying “Sugar Feeds Cancer”

August 12, 2015 By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN

This is one of the most common questions I get! I've written on it 6 times so far (I guess this makes 7!). And it's not just me. It's oncology dietitians and treatment center employees everywhere! Here's the bottom line: Every cell in the body requires glucose for fuel, including cancer cells. So sugar does feed cancer. BUT, sugar also feeds the rest of your body and you cannot pick and choose which cells get what nutrients/fuel. For those who are going through treatment, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cancer Diets, Does Sugar Feed Cancer?, Hot Topics, Myth Busting Tagged With: anti-cancer, breast cancer, cancer, Cancer Fighting, cancer nutrition, cancer prevention, diet, foods, health, myths, sugar

Breast Cancer Prevention Diet Checklist

October 18, 2012 By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN

I promised you in the last post that I would share the practical list that I like to give survivors and the community on what to include in your diet to reduce risk of breast cancer. Remember that healthy eating is only one part of your cancer prevention strategy, along with daily physical activity, breastfeeding and drinking alcohol in moderation, or not at all. Here's your checklist! Breast Cancer Prevention Diet Checklist I found this great list for breast cancer prevention … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cancer Diets, Cancer Prevention, Recipes Tagged With: breast, breast cancer, cancer, diet, nutrition

Nutrition and Breast Cancer Risk Update for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

October 15, 2012 By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN

I can't believe that it's been a month since my last article. Time flies when it's GYN Cancer Awareness Month (September) and Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October)! At least in my world, these months seem to keep me very busy! I have been honored to host Cancer Services' celebrations of survivorship for both of these months. Such inspiring groups of women! Last time, I talked some about the new study out regarding organic foods. I was reading last night the current issue of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cancer Diets, Education Tagged With: breast cancer, cancer, diet, nutrition, pumpkin, recipe

The Mammogram Controversy – Follow Up With Comments From Readers

November 19, 2009 By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN

Thoughts from Readers I thought that readers might be interested in what other readers thought about the mammogram recommendations that came out this week. Remember, you can always feel free to comment (either by name, or anonymously) at the end of each of my posts. It's often great to hear -or more accurately, read -  what others are thinking! Below I have pasted many of the comments that I have received so far this week. For your protection, they remain anonymous … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cancer Prevention Tagged With: breast cancer, early detection, mammogram, position, prevention, recommendations, US Preventive Services Task Force, USPSTF

NEWS FLASH! Mammogram Recommendations

November 18, 2009 By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN

I'm sure by now you have all heard about the new report that came out suggesting that mammograms between the age of 40 and 50 may not be necessary. We've been having a lot of discussion among my co-workers at Cancer Services, and I know there's been a lot of opinions shared on the news as well as in social circles. I think there are a few important things to know about the most recent review process as well as the recommendations. And most importantly, STAY CALM! The decision … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cancer Prevention, Education Tagged With: breast cancer, mammogram, prevention, recommendations, US Preventive Services Task Force

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