Mindful self-care for men goes beyond merely adding it to your schedule or to-do list – it includes recognizing perceptions about self-care and masculinity then challenging an antiquated point-of-view conditioning. By Stephen Lottenberg, MD, PsyD, weSPARK’s Men’s Support Group Facilitator: “Our men’s group really emphasizes how we as men can change old conditioning which is […]
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In the past, cancer treatment meant destroying the cancer, but also potentially negatively affecting other parts of the patient’s health. Thankfully, with advances in modern medicine, treating cancer today means far less aggressive options for some cancers. Options now include precision-focused treatments, like targeted therapies or immunotherapy drugs. “We are learning that we can be […]
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Making the best choices for our health can be hard. We sometimes make lifestyle choices that may put us at a higher risk for some cancers, such as smoking or a poor diet. Safeguarding our health includes monitoring our bodies for possible symptoms of illness. There are 10 important cancer signs that are often overlooked. […]
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Intention – by Wendi Eckstein C.Ht, Hypnotherapist and Reiki Master/Teacher There is an old Vedic text that says, you are what your deepest desire is. As your desire is, so is your intention. Intention is getting clear on what you really want. The best time to get clear on what you really want is when […]
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“The goal is to alter the prognosis. Additional studies are needed to determine if increasing muscle mass in patients could improve outcomes,” according to Cynthia Lynch, MD – Medical Director of the Breast Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix. Oncologists stress the importance of a healthy diet and exercise for […]
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Thank you to Megan Sewards, our Oncology Nutritionist, for this beautiful recipe. This flavorful Brussels sprout skillet pairs well with meats/fish or can be eaten alone as a veggie dish. Brussels sprouts include healthy phytonutrients and are part of the cruciferous veggie clan. They pack a cancer-fighting punch! Can be served without Parmesan for those that […]
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In the past, tumor growth for patients on immunotherapy meant treatment should be stopped. But research now shows it may not mean a patient’s cancer has worsened. As Ashish Sangal, MD, Medical Director of the Lung Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix explains, “Immunotherapy drugs cause the tumor to […]
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According to a study by the American Cancer Society, 50 to 90 percent of patients report feeling fatigued. What once may have been a simple task, may now seem exhausting to cancer patients. Unfortunately, resting may not be enough to relieve that fatigue. But the good news is, there are other things that can be […]
cancer, cancer treatment centers of america, fatigue, los angeles, patientThank you to Erica Rey, our Ayurvedic counselor, for this recipe for vata tea. Vata calming tea This is a great simple recipe for for calming the mind body and spirit and offering some heat to keep digestive fire and musculoskeletal system strong during this cooler season 1/4 teaspoon ginger (fresh grated)mu 1/4 teaspoon cardamon […]
Recipe by Megan Sewards RD, MS Thanksgiving is around the corner and you know that means…SO MUCH FOOD. Stay on track with this super healthy farro dish from our nutritionist that is sure to please. What You’ll Need 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small fennel bulb, finely chopped 1 small onion, […]
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