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...]
Vegan Peanut Butter Pie Recipe to Try and Upcoming Programs
I hope everyone has had a good week. When it's summer I often find myself trying to balance the desire to be outside, with the necessity of getting work done. Occasionally I get lucky and can accomplish both at the same time. And sometimes, I get a double bonus and I get to work with another dietitian while outside. Woohoo! This picture is of the "office" that Debra Benfield, of Body in Mind Nutrition, and I shared as we planned out the Mindful Eating series that Cancer Services … [Read more...]
