Common Cancer Nutrition Myths
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"An alkaline diet can cure cancer."
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An alkalizing diet is based on the observation that cancer cells thrive in an acidic environment (low pH) and low oxygen conditions (hypoxic).
This diet encourages eating highly alkaline foods, to raise blood pH levels and discourage cancer cells from forming.Ā
Why this isn't effective:
Blood pH is tightly regulated by the lungs and kidneys, and food choi...
Resources for Cancer Caregivers
Hello lovely,
Caring for someone with cancer can be a deeply loving act, but it can also be exhausting, emotional, and isolating. Some days may feel manageable, while others feel like too much. Both can be true. Whatever you're feeling, you do not have to carry it all alone.
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Here are some resources that may help:
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CancerCareĀ -Ā free counseling, support groups, e...
Questions for your Oncologist
Hi there,
When youāre first diagnosed, it's overwhelming. There's a lot you need to know, but it can be hard to navigate those first appointments, and get the clarity you need. Also, the visit often goes by quickly.
Having a few questions ready can help you better understand the plan, advocate for yourself, and make decisions that match your needs and values.
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Here are some helpful questions t...

