Nutrition

Sugar and Cancer Myth

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian We know that the food we eat plays a vital role in our health. Eating a diet that includes whole grains, fruit, vegetables, beans while low in sugar is recommended. Does eating any …

Plant Based Inspired 4th of July Celebration

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Cancer nutrition experts agree that plant-based based adds crucial phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and fibers that may be difficult to consume in adequate amounts if you eat the …

Hydration, Mindful Eating, Tempting Tempeh, and Personalizing Your Plate: A Recap of National Nutrition Month

Written by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Every year during the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics invites everyone to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. This …

Longevity Kitchen: Okinawa, Japan

There are regions of the world where people live well into their 90’s and even into the 100’s: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Loma Linda, California; Ikaria, Greece and Nicoya, Costa Rica. When studied, theses people share common habits like …

Phyto-What?

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Have you heard that you should “Eat the Rainbow”? The colorful natural pigments in plant foods are called Phytochemicals. These “plant chemicals” that organically exist in foods like …

Pantry Meals

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian What are the best foods to buy when are under a self-quarantine, and is it possible to consume a nutritious diet? The good news is that nutrition can still be your priority if …

The Cancer Wellness Center Sets the Record Straight on Healthy Eating

By: Lori Bumbaco With the start of the new year, the inevitable New Year’s resolution to lose weight strikes again. This time of year marks high levels of motivation to embark on a journey towards good health. Yet seemingly as quickly as the …

The WL4W Experience

Written by Lori Bumbaco RD, a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition and Deborah Kronenberger MA, LCPC, a Licensed Clinical Counselor with a specialty in mindfulness Just another TuesdayOn Tuesdays two groups of survivors meet to learn, …