Do you find yourself saying, "I know I should eat, but I just don’t want to"? If eating has become another exhausting task on your to-do list, you aren't alone. This episode explores the science behind low appetite (cancer-related anorexia) and practical strategies to stay nourished when food feels like a chore.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why cancer and cancer treatment turn down your appetite.
• Practical Strategies and Tips and tips to boost intake
• Appetite Stimulants
• And how caregivers can support their loved one without mealtime pressure

Learn why "something is better than nothing" and how to keep yourself fueled even when your body isn't sending the right signals.

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I break down a new large clinical trial that examined weight loss outcomes in women with stage II–III breast cancer after treatment. We explore what the year-long lifestyle intervention included, how much weight participants lost, and why average numbers don’t tell the full story. I discuss differences in weight loss by menopausal status and race, common frustrations survivors experience, and where GLP-1 medications may fit into weight management after breast cancer.

Ligibel JA, Ballman KV, McCall L, et al. Impact of a Weight Loss Intervention on 1-Year Weight Change in Women With Stage II/III Breast Cancer: Secondary Analysis of the Breast Cancer Weight Loss (BWEL) Trial. JAMA Oncol. 2025;11(10):1194-1203. doi:10.1001/jamaoncol.2025.2738

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This episode covers the release of the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. I walk through how the Dietary Guidelines are traditionally developed, including the role of scientific experts, public comment, and the translation of evidence into policy. I then share my concerns about changes in transparency and scientific rigor in this edition, highlight specific contradictions within the guidelines, and explain why these recommendations will not be changing how I practice or communicate nutrition.

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2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans - Jan 2026

The Scientific Foundation For The Dietary Guidelines For Americans - Jan 2026 (the report from the new administration's selected panel)

Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisor Committee - December 2024 (The original committee's report)

World Cancer Research Fund Cancer Prevention Recommendations

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Alcohol's connection to cancer is often misunderstood. This episode takes a look at how alcohol affects the body, why even moderate drinking can matter, and addresses common questions and misconceptions. It ends with practical ways to reflect on your habits and make choices that support your health.

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Additional Resources

2025 U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory Alcohol and Cancer Risk

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Before you set your New Year’s resolutions, listen to this episode.

This episode walks you step-by-step through how to set realistic, habit-based health goals that fit into real life, especially for cancer survivors navigating side effects.

You’ll learn why motivation isn’t a reliable strategy, how outcome-focused goals can actually undermine progress, and what cancer prevention research shows about the power of practicing health-supportive habits, even when they’re not done perfectly.

If you’re setting health goals for the new year, this episode will help you build a strategy that actually lasts.

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In this episode, we explain how the immune system works, why survivors may be immunocompromised, and whether "immune-boosting" supplements actually help. Learn the important role nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin A, and protein play in supporting immune cells. There are also several practical tips for how to support immune function without falling for marketing hype.

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"Remember to eat your fruits and veggies” is how I end almost every episode, but there’s a reason I keep coming back to this message.

In this episode, I break down why fruits and vegetables matter for both cancer prevention and survivorship. I talk about phytochemicals, why variety matters, and why supplements can’t replace whole foods. I also discuss a recent study in that found meaningful survival benefits of fruit and vegetable intake for cancer survivors. Tips for how to get more fruits and veggies in the diet are also provided.

Research References

WCRF Cancer Prevention Recommendation

Jiang M, Zhang C. Higher dietary vegetable and fruit intake along with their biomarkers is inversely associated with all-cause mortality among cancer survivors. Nutr Res. 2025;135:141-157.

Kaur H, et al. How Healthy Are the Diets of Cancer Survivors? Characteristics of Those Most at Risk and Opportunities for Improvement. J Natl Compr Canc Netw. 2025 May 13;23(6):e257012.

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Worried about whether certain foods or supplements can interfere with your endocrine therapy? You’re not alone. This episode breaks down how tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors work, how the liver metabolizes them, and which foods or supplements you actually need to avoid. (Hint: It’s a short list!) This episode can help you feel more confident and informed as you navigate endocrine therapy.

Episode 4 - The Truth About Soy and Breast Cancer

Hussaarts KGAM, et al. Impact of Curcumin (with or without Piperine) on the Pharmacokinetics of Tamoxifen. Cancers (Basel). 2019 Mar 22;11(3):403. doi: 10.3390/cancers11030403.

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