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Do fermented foods cause cancer?

Do fermented foods cause cancer? Yes and no. But if you’re hesitant to try fermented vegetables, there are very good reasons to try them.

Ask the breast cancer dietitian: What can I eat?

I'm often asked as a breast cancer dietitian, I had a breast cancer diagnosis, what should I eat? Do I need to go vegetarian—or vegan— t

Why you need to consider genetic testing if you’ve had breast cancer

Knowledge can empower, enable women to take action, and make informed decisions. BRCA testing saves lives, and free genetic tests are now av

Avocado fat just got a whole lot better for you

Avocado and other oils just got much healthier for your heart, given the new FDA designation last month for oils high in oleic acid.

Does eating flaxseed prevent or raise cancer risk?

One group of astounding anticancer compounds are a type of phytochemical called lignan. And flaxseed just happens to be the richest source o

Take a plant-based step to lower your breast cancer risk

The evidence is very strong that eating a spectrum of fruits and vegetables protects your heart and brain. But do these plant foods also low

The 5 surprising foods to eat to reduce cancer risk

In the spirit of National Cancer Prevention Month, I invite you to download your free copy of the "5 Surprising Foods to Eat to Reduce

Is soy helpful or harmful for cancer survivors?

For years, cancer survivors were told to be cautious about eating soy foods, but current data shows foods such as tofu, tempeh, soymilk, and

Tamar Rothenberg, MS, RDN