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Hydrate this Summer with Refreshing and Nourishing Fruits and Vegetables

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 …

Buzz About the Latest Nutrition Trends

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 …

A Special Announcement from our Executive Director

Executive Director Retirement and Search for new Director Nancy Bulzoni, our long-time Executive Director, has announced her intention to transition to a part-time consulting role in 2025. She will continue to remain in her current position during …

Nutrition for a Happy, Healthy Gut

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 …

Panel Discussion: Psychedelics and Cancer

Written by Dr. Gabrielle Wolk, PsyD, Clinical Associate On April 25th the Cancer Wellness Center featured a panel discussion on Psychedelics and Cancer, which I had the immense honor of moderating. The panel included Dr. Mendoza -Temple, the …

How to Start A Wellness Routine

Written by Serena Jain, Mindfulness Specialist A wellness routine is a holistic approach to taking care your physical, emotional and spiritual health. Wellness routines are the implementation of a daily routine that integrate areas such as sleep, …

Spring Clean your Cancer Nutrition Routine

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 …

Donor Spotlight: Ryan Carey

My dollar goes a long way at the Center Written by Dymond Redd, Marketing & Communication Associate at the Cancer Wellness Center Ryan Carey first heard of the Cancer Wellness Center after his dad, who had been diagnosed with stomach cancer, …

Exploring Mental Health Outdoors

Written by Mark Livshots, MA, LPC, Clinical Associate, Men’s Programming Specialist When asked where they find the most peace and relaxation, many people may say “the outdoors”. Whether it be a forest preserve, mountains, bodies of water, …

Eat Beyond the Table in March and All Year Long

Written by Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Eat Beyond the Table in March and All Year Long All the food we eat affects not only our health, but also the environment. Did you know that many of the food choices that are …

Cancer-Fighting Foods: Nutritional Guide

Get more more of our Oncology Dietitian approved recipes, cooking videos, nutrition advice and more, straight to your inbox! Sign up for our Nutrition Newsletter here. Walnuts Walnuts were first cultivated almost 7000 years ago …

Self-Compassion During Difficult Times

Written by Kim Matthews, MA, LPC, Support Programs Coordinator There is always an argument for the benefit of being kind to oneself, but it can be an especially beneficial practice when experiencing a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one …