Diet and Exercise | News

Cancer, Weight and 'The Blame Game'

July 9th 2019

By Martha Carlson

Breast cancer links to weight, diet and exercise are all over the news, but remember this: You are not to blame.

What to Know About Nutrition Therapy During Cancer Treatment

July 8th 2019

By Kristie L. Kahl

An oncology dietitian offered advice on how to improve appetite and eat healthy before, during and after treatment for gastrointestinal cancers.

How to Eat Well at Work During and After Cancer

June 25th 2019

By Katie Kosko

Experts offered tips on quick, healthy office meals and snacks while fighting cancer’s side effects.

Encouraging Fitness and Fellowship

June 23rd 2019

By Honora R. Miller

In this essay, Honora R. Miller nominates a special oncology nurse practitioner, Joanna M. Losito, Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation–Sunnyvale Center, Sunnyvale, California, for CURE®’s 2019 Extraordinary Healer® Award.

Cancer Treatment, Resilience and a Brother Made of Concrete

June 18th 2019

By Ryan Hamner

Can fitness make you physically prepared for a medical detour?

Cancer Destroyed My Figure so I Ate to Comfort Myself

May 30th 2019

By Laura Yeager

After I lost my real breasts, I gave up hope of ever having a "nice" body again.

Risk of Breast Cancer Death Could Be Reduced by Low-Fat Diet

May 23rd 2019

By Jessica Skarzynski

Two oncology dietitians weigh in on the results of a recent study that show a low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables and grains can reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer.

A Taste for Wellness: Meals in Under 45 Minutes

May 21st 2019

By Jessica Iannotta, M.S., RD, CSO, CDN

Breakfast, lunch and dinner options that require minimal prep work and time.

Taking Back Control: Exercise and Nutrition Boost Survivor Well-Being

May 10th 2019

By Robert Stern

Survivors find that physical activity and sound nutrition lower health risks and boost well-being.

Immune-Boosting Foods

March 4th 2019

By Robin McConnell, M.S., RD, CSO

An expert from John Theurer Cancer Center shares three recipes to help fight winter’s germs.