Why is Nutrition Important? [Podcast]
…office can book you a one-on-one visit with a nutritionist. Otherwise, you can search the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics’ website to find a licensed nutrition provider in your area….
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Understanding The Nutrition Label: A Nutritionist Q&A
…at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Austin Fontanella: Why is it important to read the nutritional facts label on a package? Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, CSO: The nutritional facts panel, and importantly,…
What Role Does Nutrition Play During Cancer Treatment: A Twitter Chat Recap
…cancer nutrition chat and tips on how you can start a healthy eating routine. For more information on cancer nutrition, including healthy recipes, visit the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Nutrition Services…
Nutrition Tips for Childhood Cancer Patients
…treatment. Learn more about nutrition therapy during cancer treatment from the Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about your child’s nutrition….
How to Manage Side Effects of Cancer Treatment Through Nutrition
…adjustments can also help. In this podcast, Dana-Farber nutrition specialist Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD/LDN, CSO, shares tips for patients. AUSTIN FONTANELLA: Can you give us a little more information as…
Nutrition Tips for Cancer Caregivers
…Dana-Farber senior nutritionist Stacy Kennedy MPH, RD/LDN, CSO, who offers suggestions for caregivers. Transcript AUSTIN FONTANELLA: Now, it’s easy to say it’s important to practice good nutrition, but in a…
Five Nutrition Tips for Cancer Patients [Infographic]
…tips for cancer patients and caregivers, including how to properly balance your plate and boost immune function. Learn more about nutrition from Nutrition Services at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center….
Debunking Common Nutrition Myths
…Frozen yogurt is a perfectly healthy alternative to ice cream. Fact: The nutrition value of frozen yogurt depends on its ingredients and how much you eat. With trendy toppings full…
The Best Foods and Diet for Cancer Treatment and Survivorship
Regardless of diagnosis, nutrition is an important part of cancer treatment. Foods and diet can help maintain overall health, control side effects, and sometimes prevent future medical problems. “Good nutrition…
What Do Nutritionists Eat on Thanksgiving?
…still stay on a healthy track while enjoying your favorite foods. Dana-Farber nutritionists share what they cook at Thanksgiving to put a healthy spin on holiday classics. Curried butternut squash…
Tuukka Rask, Nutrition Tips, Brokaw on Cancer, and More Video Highlights from 2014
…risk for developing certain cancers. Dana-Farber nutritionist Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, shared more in our Eating Well During Cancer series. http://youtu.be/kNBtu-uqPtY Live Webchat: The Latest in Ovarian Cancer Treatment and…
How to grill safely this weekend
…also Board Certified as a Specialist in Oncology Nutrition through the American Dietetic Association. She conducts educational seminars and workshops on nutrition, exercise, weight management, and wellness in Boston and…
Apricot Seeds: Do They Fight Cancer?
…fruits per day and look for products without added sugars or preservatives, she says. Learn more about nutrition and cancer from the nutrition experts at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center….
Four Simple Tips for Eating Healthy
…to consult with a nutritionist and your doctor before adding supplements to your diet. Visit Dana-Farber’s Nutrition Services website for more information on nutrition resources, meal planning and healthy recipes….
Maximizing Mobility During and After Cancer
…especially with exercise, quality sleep, and good nutrition. Damage to nerves, called peripheral neuropathy, can cause numbness or tingling in the hands and feet and a persistent feeling of walking…
Colon Cancer Patient Helps Others Improve Quality of Life
…III diagnosis, he started meeting regularly with Dana-Farber’s nutrition team, making simple diet changes to help him better tolerate treatment and reduce his long-term risk of recurrence. “These conversations opened…
What Is the Best Diet for Someone with Oral Cancer?
Side effects from oral cancer and its treatment can make it challenging to eat essential nutrients that can maintain strength and support recovery. Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, CSO, a senior nutritionist…
Probiotics: Can They Help Cancer Patients?
…speak with a doctor or nutritionist before adding probiotics to your diet during or after cancer treatment. Learn more about nutrition from Nutrition Services at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center….
What Is the Link Between Diet and Melanoma?
…Nutrition Services website, or by watching our Eating Well During Cancer series. You can also find healthy recipes in Dana-Farber’s Health Library or by downloading our Ask the Nutritionist app….
Recipe: Apple Cider Sparkler
…for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber. The event was also sponsored by the Friends of Dana-Farber. Get more nutrition tips and information from Nutrition Services at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center….