Our bodies are made up of a lot of things, and a lot of the essential nutrients we need to live can be found in our bodies. However there are also several nutrients that are not naturally produced by our bodies. Either way, we need to consume an adequate amount of them to stay healthy, and even to ...

Title: Cured: The Power of Our Immune System and the Mind-Body Connection Author: Dr. Jeff Rediger Year: July, 2021 Publisher: Penguin Books Review: As an Oncology Nurse, I’ve seen death and loss many times, and on a regular basis. There have been a few instances, however, where I have ...

There are certain ways of preparing food such as pan frying, cooking and boiling but few can beat the benefits of boiling. Boiled food is something many steer away from because of the lack of taste. After all, a happy stomach makes a happy person, right? But a healthy body will make you feel even ...

The diagnosis of cancer is a life-changing event, accompanied by much stress. But, unmanaged emotions can worsen an oncology patient’s prognosis. So, what should one do to manage the stress that occurs with cancer? Follow on for Cancer: 5 of the Best Techniques to Manage Stress Levels. 1. Maintain ...

Growing up in everyday USA, it was pre-determined that I would take in a number of carcinogens often, and not be aware of it. I had soda at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, for example. Smoking in restaurants and hotels was allowed for most of my childhood. Nitrites were a common occurrence in my ...

Kale, also called collard greens, borecole, or sprouts in the US, is a vegetable of the cruciferous family, like broccoli, and cabbage and is native to Asia. They fairly recently became very popular in the United States and are now found distributed in many parts of the world. Kale is crisp, and ...

One of the best ways to prevent and minimize the appearance of varicose veins is through regular rhythmic – physical activity. These are less strenuous and more simple exercises that you can do every day without exerting too much effort or putting too much pressure on your body. If you have ...

Cancer is a life-changing diagnosis. Not only are patients suddenly faced with the fragility of their life, but they’re also faced with huge life changes, often abruptly. Regrets are a tough subject to deal with at the best of times, but we all have them, and cancer patients are no exception. ...

Eating healthy and sticking to a diet plan are parts of becoming fit. Similarly, exercises play an integral role in this journey and help you achieve your desired results. However, this is a bumpy road and many lose interest midway. The majority of times, it’s because people don’t get results as ...

The 'Big C', or cancer is a topic many people try to avoid in conversation. Yet, it’s been a subject of my everyday lingo for the past 5 years at the no.2-ranked cancer hospital in the USA, Memorial Sloan Kettering, New York City. It’s hard to sum up 5 years of experience, since I gained so much ...