Lung Cancer & Stress- Mitigating This Underappreciated Risk Factor
Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and, in 2017 alone, a total of 221,121 new cases were reported in the U.S.1 November is lung […]
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Exercising for Breast Cancer Patients
Exercise can boost your mood, give your immune system a kick, and help relieve some cancer-related aches and pains. Certified personal trainer Annie Pipkin has a quick interval workout that can be adjusted to any fitness level and done in the comfort of your home.
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Breast Cancer and the Sunshine Vitamin- Why You Should Add Vitamin D to Your Toolbox for Beating Breast Cancer
Vitamin D helps our immune function, strengthens our bones, and can even boost our mood. For women undergoing breast cancer treatment, it could play an even bigger role in enhancing the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation. Dr. Todd Robinson, a naturopathic doctor who partners with Ackerman Cancer Center as a part of our wellness program and whole-patient care.
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Apricots for Your Immune System and Sweet Tooth
Apricots are in season a little while longer. Karen has some wonderful ideas on ways to use apricots, including a Basmati Pilaf recipe. She explains the health benefits and dispels some myths about this sweet fruit as well.
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What’s the Fig Idea
When was the last time you ate a fig? Well, put them on your shopping list (our blog tells you how to pick the best ones), because Karen has a recipe that will add some delicious sophistication to your next pizza and movie night!
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