by Sara Gates | Jan 23, 2013
Once again, medical researchers are proving your mother right: you really should eat your vegetables. A study published in the December issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute shows, quite clearly, that consuming fruits and vegetables high in carotenoids...
by April Zubko | Nov 21, 2012
Thanksgiving is often a time for indulgence and excess, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to navigate the festivities without falling back on your breast cancer prevention plan. 1. Make exercise part of the new family tradition Football players...
by April Zubko | Sep 19, 2012
Packing your children’s lunches is a great way to make sure they get the nutrition they need to help reduce their risk of cancer. Here’s some healthy and easy-to-pack ideas: Veggies and hummus Fresh or dried fruit Yogurt and granola Veggie-based sandwiches or wraps...
by April Zubko | Aug 30, 2012
On August 26, Besse Cooper celebrated her 116th birthday. The Georgia resident is one of only 8 people, 4 of which are Americans, who have reached the age of 116. She is the last living verifiable person born in 1896 and currently holds the title of...
by April Zubko | Jul 6, 2012
Summer is officially here, and anyone who makes a trip to their local farmer’s market will know what that means: it’s time to start looking for sour cherries! With an extremely short season (sour cherries are at their peak in June and July), cherries have a number of...
by April Zubko | Jun 27, 2012
Lycopene, one of the many types of antioxidants, is a great addition to a diet that reduces breast cancer risk. Lycopene is the compound that gives certain fruits and vegetables their orange, red, or yellow color. Like other antioxidants, lycopene is said to protect...
