Does Sugar Feed Cancer?
December 30, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Does sugar feed cancer? Well, yes and no. Um, OK – yes. All cells use sugar – aka glucose – for their primary fuel source, so sugar does indeed feed all cells. But if you’ve ever had a PET scan, you know that before you get your scan, you get to drink a lovely shake of radioactive glucose or get an injection of a similar concoction. Cancer cells are very greedy; they like to gobble… Read More >
Integrative Cancer Care for the Whole Person
December 2, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Are you navigating cancer? What is your map toward wellness? Diagnostic tests, research, doctor’s appointments and evaluating cancer treatments are key components to optimize survival and quality of life. Anyone moving through a cancer journey needs the best conventional cancer care available, but that is only part of the equation. Providing Whole Body Care Research studies have shown for many years that cancer grows in “fertile soil” or a hospitable environment in the body that… Read More >
Punk Rock Cured My Cancer Blues
October 21, 2010
By Guest Blogger
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2008, it seemed like a pretty good joke. ‘Cuz I wanted to die. I was at the bitter end of a 2-year break-up, the kind that scrapes away at your self-esteem until you’re a shell, wishing only that your lover might finally pulverize you and (ideally) swallow you so you never have to part. Actually, I should give the dude some credit as he did find… Read More >
Love List: Integrative Doctors
October 20, 2010
My path to becoming an empowered patient has led me on a journey across the country visiting every kind of doctor you can think of! In my quest for crazy sexy health, I’ve discovered some MD jewels whom I’d like to introduce to you. You’ve probably heard about these folks because their knowledge is red hot, and I know my readers are serious health detectives, but just in case, here are some of my favorite… Read More >
What’s in that pink ribbon product?
October 18, 2010
By Stacy Malkan
It’s that time of year again, when we can’t walk five steps without finding some new opportunity to spend money for breast cancer. We can “Kiss for the Cause” with Revlon lipstick, dust our cheeks with Estee Lauder’s Pink Ribbon Shimmer Compact, or hydrate our feet with Foot Works for the “Avon Breast Cancer Crusade.” Before I rush out for a pink-ribbon makeover, I have some questions for these companies: How much money are they… Read More >
Love List: Hot & Healthy Beauty Products
October 13, 2010
Hello Gorgeous! You are what you eat, but you’re also what you put on your skin. Everything we lather on our pores is absorbed into our bloodstream! So if you wouldn’t gobble it up, think twice about rubbing it on your beautiful bod. Have you ever looked at the ingredients in your beauty products? Can you even pronounce half the words in the ingredient list? My pal, Stacy Malkan at the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics,… Read More >
Love List: Kindness Rocks
October 6, 2010
Hi spiritual superstar! I just got back from an amazing weekend in Ohio speaking at the JD Breast Cancer Foundation’s Young Survivors Symposium and I gotta tell ya, I just love that event! I met so many beautiful survivors and was reminded just how far a simple act of kindness goes. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, go out of your way to help a lovely lady this month. Whether it’s an ole gal… Read More >
Six-Time Cancer Survivor Discovers Wellness
October 4, 2010
By Guest Blogger
What would you do if your doctor told you that you had cancer? What would you do if he or she told you that you had cancer for the sixth time? Not many people can answer that question. In fact, my oncologist once told me that he couldn’t even give me a prognosis because there are perhaps only 12 people on the entire planet who have gone through what I had gone through and survived.… Read More >
When is the Right Time to Tell Your Children About Your Diagnosis?
September 23, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Your children are playing with medieval characters – horses and knights, dragons and ladies-in-waiting. You watch them from the doorway of the room. The room needs dusting, you think. I should return those library books, you think. I have cancer, you think. Your children, absorbed in their make-believe, are laughing. It is the most perfect moment, sunlight sinking through the window, the softness of being in your home with your family and its smells and… Read More >
Love List: Crazy Sexy CAT scans tips
August 11, 2010
Hi Spiritual Marathon Runner! This week’s Love List is all about the simple things that help me make a shitty day (canSer check-ups) a little easier. I bet lots of you know exactly what I mean. On Friday, I’ll be vlogging about the best tool I’ve found to cope with the fear. Until then I hope you enjoy my list! Share your tips/tricks if you’re moved to do so… 1. The flowers that Brian picked… Read More >
Living Pain-Free through Chinese Medicine
August 10, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Many people are surprised to hear that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are keys to improving health and quality of life for cancer patients. Acupuncture is great for treating and preventing pain, and it will help put an end to daily doses of ibuprofen and other pain medications. An added bonus is that there are no negative side effects. Chinese medicine, herbal medicine, acupuncture, and proper nutrition can help other cancer-related symptoms, as well as… Read More >
R & R: Rest & My Scan Results
August 6, 2010
Hiya Soul Pals, So this week I’m practicing what I preach. I’m on vacation and I’m not taking work with me, so no vlog-a-lish today. But oh-boy-oh-boy stay tuned for next week’s vlog, the most revealingly personal check-in from me in ages. Hint, hint…I just had my 7 year canSer scan 2 days ago and I can’t wait to share my technique for overcoming fear and staying in your body (when you want to escape… Read More >
My Son’s Journey with Down Syndrome: How Nutrition Improved His Health
July 20, 2010
By Guest Blogger
I live in paradise. Yes, the kind on the postcards: palm trees, coconuts, sunshine, blue sky, all that. Costa Rica has been my home for 12 years. I came in search of paradise, and in the end I got it. The funny thing is that it didn’t look anything like the postcard I’d imagined. In 2005, my second child was born with Down Syndrome. Addison’s journey into this world would become a trip into healing… Read More >
Access to Cancer Testing and Treatment
July 8, 2010
By Guest Blogger
By Jennifer Carter, M.D., M.P.H., founder and president of N-of-One Cancer is a word that doesn’t often evoke hopefulness, but people like Kris Carr, founder of Crazy Sexy Life, have shown that cancer patients can and do lead rich and vital lives. In addition to the diet and lifestyle principles discussed on this blog, readers should know that cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the last few years. I learned this first hand from watching… Read More >
Airport Radiation and Your Health
May 14, 2010
By Gabriel Cousens MD
A new threat, using another level of security scare, is being used to expose the flying population to either excessive ionizing radiation or ultra high frequency radiation. Thanks to the attempted airliner bombing on Christmas 2009, TSA Security Laboratory Director Susan Hallowell recently announced the agency’s intent to use back-scatter X-ray machines for passenger surveillance. Obviously we need to refine our screening techniques to provide maximum safety for our air travel. However, these X-ray machines… Read More >
Power of Positive Thinking and a Healthy Diet
February 25, 2010
By Guest Blogger
By Meg Wolff It’s been two months since I had reconstructive surgery on my leg, and I believe it was successful. I’m flying to New York City today to be evaluated for a new prosthetic leg, and I’ll soon be walking on two legs again. Woo-hoo! While healing, I experienced the power of positive energy. My mother-in-law, Alice, came to stay with me the week after the surgery. It sure helps to have a positive… Read More >
Anti-Cancer Effects of Green Vegetables
February 8, 2010
By Joel Fuhrman MD
Check out today’s blog to learn about the powerful anti-cancer effects of certain green veggies that might be on your plate this Meatless Monday. Don’t miss Dr. Fuhrman’s delicious recipe at the end of the blog! Nutrition scientists have shown over and over that people who eat more natural plant foods—vegetables, fruits, legumes—are less likely to be diagnosed with cancer. But are all vegetables equally protective? If we wanted to design an anti-cancer diet, we… Read More >
Cellphones: The New Cigarette?
December 11, 2009
By Sophie Uliano
The other day, my eight-year old daughter asked me when she could have a cell phone. Irritated at the mere thought of my precious one joining the masses of teenage texting/twittering junkies, I gave her my stock answer: “When you’re sixteen”. She was horrified, “but all my friends have them, at which my husband butted in with his usual, “and if all your friends jumped off a cliff, would you do the same?” She stomped… Read More >
How My Horse Beat Cancer
November 17, 2009
By Guest Blogger
By Bonnie Wishney The picture below (left side) was taken eight months ago of our sweet 21-year-old horse, Duquessa. In July of 2008, we began to notice that she was losing weight, becoming very lethargic, and had no appetite. A large tumor had developed in her mammary glands. Three weeks later, she was still deteriorating and the tumor had grown much larger. We called our veterinarian who came out two days later. After the examination,… Read More >
Before you Kiss for the Cause: What’s in that pink ribbon product?
November 5, 2009
By Stacy Malkan
It’s that time of year again, when you can’t walk five steps without finding some new opportunity to spend money for breast cancer. We can “Kiss for the Cause” with Revlon lipstick, “shower for the cure” with Philosophy Pink Ribbon Gel, dust our cheeks with “Hint of a Cure” blush by Ramy, and “Kiss Goodbye to Breast Cancer” with Avon products. Before I rush out for a pink-ribbon makeover, I have some questions for these… Read More >
