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Research Shows Benefits of Gardening for Cancer Patients

Researchers from Ohio State University and the University of Alabama recently presented data detailing how garden-based interventions can provide significant health benefits to cancer survivors. In Seeds of…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

Nov. 15, 2018

Mesothelioma patients need to know which diets, supplements and alternative treatments can help them in their fight against this asbestos cancer. We provide health and wellness tips tailored for mesothelioma patients in this section of the blog.

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New Way to Get Curcumin into Tumors

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Conventional mesothelioma treatments can improve quality and length of life, but they do not offer a cure for the disease. This leads some people to try complementary and alternative…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

Sept. 13, 2018

Air Quality Index: How It Affects People with Mesothelioma

Health & Wellness

Despite their “green” reputations, Portland and Seattle recently were named the dirtiest cities in the world. This was based solely on their exceptionally poor air quality at the…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

Sept. 4, 2018

Do Your Talc-Based Dietary Supplements Contain Asbestos?

Health & Wellness

Some mesothelioma patients turn to natural remedies to boost their health during and after cancer treatment. While some dietary supplements are proven safe and effective through well-designed research studies, the…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

Aug. 21, 2018

Can Gardening Be Dangerous to a Mesothelioma Patient?

Health & Wellness

Along with the usual stresses of determining next steps after a mesothelioma diagnosis, you may wonder if you can still participate in your favorite hobbies and activities. For most…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

May 31, 2018

Raising Awareness of Anxiety in Cancer Patients

Health & Wellness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is an opportunity to learn more about mental health issues in our society and to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. While many…

Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC

May 24, 2018

Nutrition for Your Loved One After Mesothelioma Treatment

Health & Wellness

Mesothelioma and its treatment may cause a variety of side effects. These symptoms can diminish ability to eat well and lead to unintentional weight loss. If you’re caring for…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

May 11, 2018

5 Fad Diets Bad for Mesothelioma Patients

Health & Wellness

When friends and family members learn of your mesothelioma diagnosis, they may offer well-intended nutrition advice, including suggestions to follow a fad diet. While fad diets have been around…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

May 3, 2018

Discover the Anti-Cancer Powers of Celery and Parsley

Health & Wellness

Unlike flashier “super foods” we hear about daily, parsley and celery get no respect. Parsley is tossed on a steak plate as garnish. Celery is dunked in Bloody Mary drinks…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

May 1, 2018

Managing Unintentional Weight Loss During Mesothelioma Treatment

Health & Wellness

Mesothelioma cancer and its treatment may cause a variety of side effects. These symptoms can diminish a patient’s ability to eat well and lead to unintentional weight loss —…

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN

April 26, 2018

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Health & Wellness Blogs

Research Shows Benefits of Gardening for Cancer Patients

New Way to Get Curcumin into Tumors

Air Quality Index: How It Affects People with Mesothelioma

Do Your Talc-Based Dietary Supplements Contain Asbestos?

Can Gardening Be Dangerous to a Mesothelioma Patient?

Raising Awareness of Anxiety in Cancer Patients

Nutrition for Your Loved One After Mesothelioma Treatment

5 Fad Diets Bad for Mesothelioma Patients

Discover the Anti-Cancer Powers of Celery and Parsley

Managing Unintentional Weight Loss During Mesothelioma Treatment