June 2, 2016
Ask the Lynch Syndrome Expert Q&A Now Available
By megm 
CancerConnect Presents: Ask the Expert with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Dr. Perez* CancerConnect recently collaborated with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to provide you with the opportunity to engage with a hereditary cancers expert, Kimberly Perez, MD. On May 26th, 2016, Dr. Perez guest-moderated on CancerConnect for a question-and-answer session in the Hereditary Cancer Community on Lynch […]
Tags: Colon Cancer, dana farber, genetic counselor, genetic testing, hereditary cancer, lynch syndrome, News Tips and Features, News Tips and Features Other
March 3, 2016
Nutritional Needs during Cancer Treatment
Expert insight into eating well during cancer treatment By Cara Anselmo, MS, RDN, CDN Although a given diet cannot prevent or cure cancer, good nutrition can reduce disease risk as well as improve quality of life, immune function, healing, and even survival. That’s good news. Practically speaking, this begs the questions: What is good nutrition? […]
Tags: Colon Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Liver Cancer, News Tips and Features, News Tips and Features Other, nutrition, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer
June 3, 2015
Fat and Fiction Conflicting Reports About Dietary Fats and Cancer Explained By Daniella Chace, MS, CN Summer 2006 Our diets comprise three macro-nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and dietary fats. Most dietary fats come from animal sources such as meats, dairy, and eggs, but they may also be found in plant sources, including nuts, seeds, avocados, and […]
June 3, 2015
Comfort Food Life lessons for one cancer survivor and her family. By Mia James Fall 2006 As warm, savory platters of lasagna, rigatoni, and risotto brought the unmistakable aroma of home-cooked Italian fare to Rebecca Goniwich’s kitchen, the 46-year-old mother of three from Sudbury, Massachusetts, was transported to the Sunday mornings of her childhood, when […]
June 3, 2015
Recipes: Weight Gain Fall 2006 The following recipes are from More Smoothies for Life by Daniella Chace (Random House, 2007). For best results, combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and purée until smooth. Served chilled. Peanut Butter Cup 1 cup organic milk 1 cup ice ¼ cup nonfat dry milk or protein […]
June 3, 2015
Recipes: Weight Loss Fall 2006 Quinoa Tabouli Salad Fresh parsley, mint, and lemon juice are the bright flavors that make this Lebanese dish so popular. Quinoa cooks quickly; it is easy to digest, high in fiber, and fairly high in protein. It’s also delicious! 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 green onion, minced 1¼ cup minced […]
June 3, 2015
Nourish Yourself Eating Well for Recovery: Phytochemicals and the Immune System By Daniella Chace , MS , CN, Nutritionist Winter 2005 The next time you sit down to enjoy a steaming cup of fragrant green tea, top your taco with avocado slices or add a handful of dried cranberries to your granola, you will be […]
June 3, 2015
Carbs and Cancer By Daniella Chace, MS, CN The debate over whether carbohydrates are a positive or a negative part of a healthy diet has been heated in recent years. It’s helpful to know that the primary role of “carbs” is to provide energy. Understanding the role of carbohydrates in a healthy diet is particularly […]
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