Cancer

Spotlight on Supplements: Vitamin B12

Sep 25, 2023 · · Cancer
Overview. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in metabolism and energy production within our cells. So, in a way, vitamin B12 does give us energy by enabling us to create energy in the cell, while also supporting other vital functions. Special … Read More

Onions—Worth the Cry!

Sep 25, 2023 · · Cancer
The Folklore. No pantry is complete without onions. Eaten and cultivated since prehistoric times, onions are integral to most every cuisine in the world. In addition to its tear-jerking effect on the eyes and pungency to the palate, onions have a many layered history. The Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks believed … Read More

Eat Edamame!

Aug 25, 2023 · · Cancer
The Folklore. Soybeans originated in Southeast Asia and were first cultivated by the Chinese as early as 1100 BC. It didn’t take long for the world to catch on to this versatile crop used for everything from animal feed, automobile production and, of course, culinary ingredient. Soy sauce, tofu and … Read More

What is Selenium?

Aug 25, 2023 · · Cancer
Selenium is a trace mineral found naturally in the soil, water, and in certain (mostly whole) foods, including Brazil nuts, tuna, and eggs. An essential mineral, our bodies need selenium to properly function. Because our bodies do not make selenium, we must get it through diet. Though we only need … Read More

Health Benefits of Pumpkin

Aug 25, 2023 · · Cancer
Pumpkins mark the upcoming fall season with decorative flair on front porches and tabletops as well as in our favorite fall flavors—pumpkin spice has quite a following! It’s boosted pumpkin’s pizazz beyond pies and lattes to hummus, pasta, and even facial scrubs. The most popular winter squash—pumpkin and pumpkin seeds—has … Read More

Good News About Colon Screenings

Aug 25, 2023 · · Cancer
Most people don’t give their colon a second thought until it’s time for a colonoscopy. If you’ve been  procrastinating, there’s some good news for you. “If you have a normal colonoscopy at age 65, meaning that they found no polyps, no cancers, you don’t need another colonoscopy until you are … Read More

Defeating Melanoma

Jul 25, 2023 · · Cancer
Although melanoma is a life-threatening disease, the encouraging news is that the number of fatal cases has been declining. Melanoma forms from uncontrolled growth of melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin, which gives skin its color. Early detection and treatment are key because the deeper a lesion penetrates, the deadlier … Read More

Hereditary Cancer Syndromes: Should You Be Tested?

Jul 21, 2023 · · Cancer
Thanks to advances in medicine, we now know much more about the factors that raise our risks of various diseases. For example, cancer researchers have identified many genetic mutations that increase cancer risk, including those that are hereditary. Hereditary cancer syndrome (HCS) is inherited from one or both parents. For … Read More

Be Alert for Signs of Gynecological Cancer

May 25, 2023 · · Cancer
For all of types of cancer, an early diagnosis means earlier treatment and a higher survival rate. However, of the three most common types of gynecological cancers—cervical, ovarian, and endometrial—only cervical cancer has a routine screening test. This means it’s important to know the symptoms associated with these cancers, and … Read More

Cervical Cancer Screening in Older Women

May 23, 2023 · · Cancer
According to American Cancer Society (ACS) and U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines for cervical cancer screening in older age, most women can stop getting screened for cervical cancer after they turn 65. However, a recent study suggests that 17 percent of cervical cancer diagnoses are in women older … Read More

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