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...]
What is Teff? Info and Recipes for this Whole Grain!
While giving my "Fighting Cancer With Your Fork" seminars, I highlight the American Institute for Cancer Research's Foods that Fight Cancer list. Included on that list is Whole Grains. During this part of my talk, I encourage participants to branch out and try some new grains. There are so many different kinds that many have never tried! Teff is one of those that most people haven't tried. I first found Teff while walking the aisles of our local grocery store. I was looking for … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Prevention Diet
I'm sure you are all aware that it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. How can you miss the pink everything? From yogurt lids, to mixers, to t-shirts; At just about every store in town, Breast Cancer Awareness definitely gets coverage! You're probably aware that all women over 20 years old should do self breast exams and have annual clinical breast exams, and that all women over 40 should be getting mammograms every year. Breast exams and mammograms are effective for detecting … [Read more...]
