ANTICANCER NUTRITION (MAIN)

INTEGRATIVE ONCOLOGY-ESSENTIALS

AN EVIDENCE-BASED, PERSONALIZED APPROACH IN CARING FOR THOSE LIVING WITH OR BEYOND CANCER

ANTI-CANCER DIET & NUTRITION

Read the latest news on anti-cancer nutrition on the blog

There are many descriptions of what constitutes the “Anti-Cancer” diet. i will outline some of the main points. If you want to read more about this important topic, I suggest the books on the Recommended Resources page.

American Cancer Society Guidelines on Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention (The ACS recommends that cancer survivors follow these same recommendations)

Diet & Nutrition: Education & Self-Assessment (A fantastic reference from the University of Minnesota, Center for Spirituality and Healing and the Life Science Foundation. Not directed specifically for cancer patients, but the information is useful for everyone.)

7 Important Anti-Cancer Diet and Lifestyle Tips (Seven recommendations that may help to reduce the risk of cancer growth and development)

Learn more about "Anti-Cancer" meals

Learn more about SUPPLEMENTS
**Right: Donald Abrams, M.D. (UCSF, Integrative Oncologist) reviewing a patients' supplements**

Is it safe to take ANTIOXIDANTS or other supplements during treatment for cancer?

**If you are actively undergoing treatment for cancer, I do not recommend taking any supplements without first discussing this with your oncologist**

Learn about Turmeric, Green & White Tea, & Other Phytonutrients

Learn more about the benefits of SOY

Learn why VITAMIN D is so important in cancer prevention

Learn About The Role of Sugar & Insulin in Cancer

Learn About Fats (Saturated, Unsaturated, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, etc.)

Learn Why Being Overweight or Obese Can Lead To Cancer Growth & Development

Core Integrative Oncology Topics

Anti-Cancer Nutrition, Dietary Tips, Supplements and Meals

Conventional Therapies

Complementary Therapies

Social Support & Stress Reduction

Physical Activity & Exercise

Cancer-Causing Toxins & Exposures

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