Hemp and alfalfa sprouts are known as 'super foods' because of their high nutritional value but it can be hard to know just how to add them to your diet. Karen Collins of the American Institute for Cancer Research tells us that hemp seeds and oil...
Many studies are finding a link between fighting cancer and eating nutritious foods. According to Cancerproject.org, the foods that help deter cancer growth are the same foods that help prevent cancer. A plant-based diet of vegetables, fruits,...
If you have cancer, you've probably heard that eating lots of vegetables can fight the disease and give your body the nutritional support it needs to withstand chemotherapy. One vegetable in particular---garlic---contains substances that are...
Many people who go through cancer treatment will lose their hair. Losing hair is a common side effect of chemotherapy, a treatment for many types of cancers.
Agave nectar does not inherently help fight cancer. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, no individual food item does. However, a balanced, healthy diet high in vegetables and low in fat can help prevent cancer, particularly...
Participation in regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of certain cancers, including colon, breast, lung, kidney, endometrium and prostate. The American Cancer Society advises participating in at least 30 minutes of moderate to...
Beta glucan is a soluble fiber in oats that has been shown to be effective in helping to reduce cholesterol levels and may confer additional health benefits, including cancer prevention. Fiber is a material in food that cannot be readily digested...
Collard, mustard and turnip greens are vegetable royalty in the South---and for good reason. All three are in the cruciferous family of vegetables that the American Institute for Cancer Research reports might help defend against cancer. The three...
Colon cancer occurs when malignant cancer cells begin to grow and spread within the walls of the colon. Over time, these cells form a tumor. Treatment modalities include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. A healthy diet is essential during and...
It is a fact of life that humans are surrounded by cancer-causing agents. You might live in a polluted city, get exposed to secondhand smoke or excess sunlight, and consume char-broiled foods that contain cancer-causing nitrates. Avoiding these...
Breast cancer occurs when malignant cells invade breast cancer tissue. According to the cancer charity, Macmillan Cancer Support, a breast lump is the first symptom in nine out of 10 breast cancer cases. Although it is most common in women, it can...
Roasted red pepper makes a nutritious addition to a meal. Although roasting or otherwise cooking a red pepper lowers the vitamin C content of the pepper, it makes the vitamin A in the pepper easier to absorb, according to the American Institute...
No certain foods have been proven to cause breast cancer. However, some foods have been identified that might increase the risk for breast cancer. These foods should be limited and instead, a healthy diet and lifestyle should be adopted to overall...
Onions and garlic are both part of the allium family of vegetables that contain substances to possibly benefit your health in many ways, reports the American Institute for Cancer Research. While onions and garlic cloves do give off strong odors,...
According to the World Health Organization, as of 2005, there are 1.6 billion cell phone users throughout the world. Because of the proximity of the cell phone to the brain, it has been questioned whether cell phone use causes brain cancer. While...
The prostate is a walnut-sized gland found at the base of the bladder in men and is responsible for producing the liquid component of semen. Cancer of the prostate is characterized by the growth of a malignant tumor and is the most common form of...
Bacon is a popular breakfast food. Compared with the another popular breakfast meat, sausage, it contains less fat and fewer calories, although it is still high in both. Choosing turkey bacon instead of pork bacon can lower the fat and calories,...
According to the American Dietetic Association, proper nutrition has been proven to be critical in preventing, managing and surviving cancer. The American Institute for Cancer Research agrees on this notion and adds that eating healthy also...
Lymphomas are types of cancers that arise in the lymphatic system, which includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and bone marrow, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. The lymphatic system is responsible for producing, storing...
Estrogen is a female sex hormone that is responsible for many developmental, as well as other, functions in the body. It is balanced by the hormone progesterone during menstrual periods. However, the University of Maryland Medical Center notes...
Sulforaphane -- found in cruciferous vegetables -- is one of a well-studied group of anti-cancer chemicals called isothiocyanates. Cruciferous vegetables are all members of the Cruciferae, or cabbage, family. Several studies link a diet high in...
Brain tumors can be a horrifying experience, causing nausea, dizziness and pain. While conventional medicine offers many therapies such as radiation treatment, medication and chemotherapy, nutrition also holds an important key to your body's...
Freeze-dried foods are lightweight and easy to store in a handbag or backpack, making it convenient to eat healthy on the go. Freeze-drying involves removing 98 percent of the water and oxygen from foods to preserve them, according to the American...
According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 200,000 women developed breast cancer in 2010. Most women were diagnosed at the age of 61 with a median age of death of 68 years of age. Cancer of the breast affects all races, with greatest...
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, the network of tissues and organs that manufactures and transports disease-fighting white blood cells. Lymphoma is commonly treated with chemotherapy, radiation therapy and...
The American Institute for Cancer Research suggests eating quinoa as a whole grain substitute that is different from whole wheat, oats and brown rice but still contains important nutrients and the fiber necessary for good health. Studies show that...
Hippocrates proclaimed, "Let food be your medicine." Midlife -- when our bodies begin to show signs of aging -- is an ideal time to embrace that sentiment. Start by focusing on your diet by choosing foods that are excellent sources of...
Osteonecrosis is a serious, painful disease marked by loss of blood flow to the bones. According to the National Institutes of Health, loss of circulation leads to the death, decay and eventual collapse of bones. Pain, inflammation and limited...
People have used garlic for thousands of years to try to prevent many different types of maladies, from the plagues that swept across Europe to the gangrene that soldiers could contract during wars, reports the University of Maryland Medical...
