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Guidelines for Exercising During Cancer Treatment

By Nicole Radziszewski

Experts offer guidance on staying active and exercising safely during cancer treatment.

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A Guide to Exercising During Cancer Treatment

By Nicole Radziszewski

Physical activity is a powerful complement to traditional cancer treatment. Learn how to manage your strength, energy, and mindset.

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A Closer Look at Skin Cancer

By Craig Cox

That lump on your shoulder that seems to be growing? The scaly lesion on your cheek that never seems to heal? Those minor blemishes may not be as benign as you think.

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What to Do If You Get a Cancer Diagnosis

By Laine Bergeson

Integrative cancer experts offer advice to help you prepare for the journey.

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How Are High-Dose Vitamin C Infusions Being Used for Cancer?

By Laine Bergeson

Learn more about this treatment and how it works to support radiation and chemotherapy.

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Exercise May Reduce Prostate-Cancer Risk

By Craig Cox

Here’s the takeaway from a recent study.

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What’s the Best Anti-Cancer Diet?

By Laine Bergeson

It depends on the type of cancer you have as well as the health of your internal ecosystem. Here’s why.

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What Is the Terrain Theory of Cancer?

By Laine Bergeson

The health of the body’s internal ecosystem can determine how well the body resists cancer, both before and after a diagnosis. While each of us needs unique support, our diet and lifestyle choices can help us build a healthier terrain right now.

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Can Fish Oil Supplements Help Moderate the Inflammation Response?

By Elise Wiegele

The role of omega-3s in managing chronic inflammation and promoting long-term health.

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Why Is Colon Cancer on the Rise Among Younger Adults?

By Craig Cox

Cases of colorectal cancer are declining among those over 50, but the disease is becoming more prevalent among younger Americans. Prominent functional-medicine physician Gregory Plotnikoff discusses the trend — and offers preventive measures we can all take.

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How to Share a Difficult Diagnosis

By Jessie Sholl

The decision to disclose an illness to others is often a complicated one. This guidance can help you share the news your way.

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Aspartame and Cancer Risk

By Jemima Cooke

Controversy continues to surround this artificial sweetener, which is sold under brand names like Equal and NutraSweet, and its possible link to liver cancer. Learn more.

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PUMPING IRONY: The Hazards of Healing

By Craig Cox

A much-delayed visit with a dermatologist offers some painful lessons about the danger of ignoring “benign” skin cancers — as well as the damage that may result from treating them.

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Stronger Together

By Emily Ewen

How one Life Time member’s relationships with her coach and community helped her regain strength after a cancer diagnosis.

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Leaning on a Breast Friend: How Two Women Supported Each Other Through Their Breast Cancer Journeys

With Jayme Zylstra and Becky Attard
Season 7, Episode 10

Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States every year, and 2.3 million women worldwide. Every breast cancer story is different, and in this episode, we’re highlighting two — and sharing how these two women connected along their journeys to become “breast friends” and irreplaceable sources of support for one another.

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Daymond John on Setting Goals, Leaving a Legacy, and Investing in His Health

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

The entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Queens and launching his multi-billion-dollar streetwear brand FUBU to his recent life-changing cancer diagnosis.

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Good News on the Cancer Front

By Michael Dregni

Here are some positive highlights from the American Cancer Society.

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PUMPING IRONY: When Cancer Strikes, Start Moving

By Craig Cox

While conventional wisdom tells us that we should rest and recover when cancer strikes, recent research suggests regular exercise may offer more benefits.

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What Is Inflammation?

With Gregory Plotnikoff, MD
Season 6, Episode 15

Inflammation is a natural bodily response that is essential in acute circumstances — we need it to happen we get a paper cut or if we’re fighting a head cold. Its harmful effects occur, however, when it becomes chronic and systemic. Functional-medicine practitioner Gregory Plotnikoff, MD, shares what to know about inflammation, including what causes it, how it impacts our health, ways we can test for it, and proactive steps we can take in our daily lives to tame it.

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Which Health Conditions Are Considered Inflammatory?

By Mo Perry

Chronic conditions such as autoimmune disorders, Alzheimer’s, and certain types of arthritis indicate some level of inflammation.

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Can Exercise Curb Cancer

By Craig Cox

A 12-week exercise regimen suppressed the growth of prostate-cancer cells, according to a recent study.

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