Nutrition and Cancer

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Dana-Farber's Cancer Podcasts

Dana-Farber's cancer podcasts cover a wide range of topics, including new research, the latest treatments, and survivorship.

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Listen to recordings of nutritionists and other experts discussing the relationship between diet and cancer. Each episode covers different nutritional topics such as foods to avoid and foods to explore, advice to help you lose weight, and tips on how to maintain weight during treatment. Nutritionists also discuss some of the latest myths and rumors about different foods and their relationship to cancer.

Acid vs. Alkaline Diet

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses the myth of acid vs. alkaline diets, what it means and if it can play a role in fighting cancer.

Listen to "Acid vs. Alkaline Diet"

Whole Grains

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses why whole grains are such an important part of your diet, and how to work different and tasty whole grains into what you eat on a daily basis.

Listen to "Whole Grains" 

Sugar and Cancer

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses the much debated relationship between sugar and cancer.

Listen to "Sugar and Cancer"

Organic Foods and Cancer

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses the organic versus conventional debate.

Listen to "Organic Foods and Cancer"

Phytonutrients and Antioxidants

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses antioxidants and phytonutrients, why they're important, and what foods are the best sources for them. Listen in for tips on cancer-fighting foods, and other diet and nutrition tips.

Listen to "Phytonutrients and Antioxidants"

Fruits, Vegetables, and Proteins

Dana-Farber nutrition expert Hillary Wright discusses how to balance your diet and make sure you're getting enough fruits and vegetables. Wright talks about cancer-fighting foods, diet, animal protein, weight loss and other nutrition topics.

Listen to "Fruits, Vegetables, and Proteins"

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More From Our Nutrition Staff

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Meet Our Nutritionists

Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center has one of the largest outpatient oncology nutrition departments in the United States. Our team is a diverse set of professionals, each with a specialized area of expertise.

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Nutrition Services

Our nutrition experts help patients follow a healthy diet during and after cancer treatment. Learn about our nutrition services, including meal planning.

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Eating Well During Cancer Video Series

This video series and resource toolkit features Dana-Farber nutrition specialist Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, CSO, LDN, and explores how diet can help support your health and well-being during and after cancer treatment.