Nutrition

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Individuals who are living at least five years beyond a cancer diagnosis have significant increases in cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and have a 1.3 greater risk of dying …

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Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Self-care is defined as the action of making a conscious effort to create our own emotional, spiritual, mental, social, and physical health. How and what we eat is fundamental to each …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Many of us may feel the urge to hit the reset button after enjoying an abundance of food while celebrating the holidays. While it is always a great idea to embrace an opportunity to …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian The holidays might make it challenging for us to enjoy the recommended cancer-fighting foods experts recommend. It is important to remember that healthy eating does not need to be …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian October is a perfect time to embrace your favorite feel-good flavors and seasonal favorites of fall. We can enjoy an autumn-inspired plant-based choice if we are cozying up with a …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Are you someone who struggles to decide what to eat for dinner? Do you find yourself resorting to ordering take-out because you haven’t planned dinner? Meal prep may be a great …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian The fruits and vegetables options at the supermarket are not always in sync with the seasons. You might have noticed that we can enjoy produce like tomatoes, zucchini, or watermelon no …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Do you focus on hydration especially as the temperatures rise? Water in our body is essential for many important processes to take place. From our blood system carrying essential …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian From avoiding carbs to adding collagen to coffee, nutrition trends of all kinds gained traction over the years.  Intermittent Fasting  Our first nutrition trend is one of …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Individuals diagnosed with cancer often have questions about what to eat to help prepare and recover from treatments.  Often, food is used to nourish the body towards an optimal …

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Just like spring cleaning our home, now is the time for a reminder that we can also do the same with our food choices. As the days become longer and the weather becomes warmer, it is a …