Physical Activity Can Significantly Improve Quality of Life After Colorectal Cancer

Study Shows Exercise and Diet Can Impact Breast Cancer Survivors’ Quality of Life

Exercising combined with eating a healthy diet may help breast cancer survivors suffering from overweight and obesity improve their ability to carry groceries and perform other daily physical activities, according to a new study. Continue Reading »

The Search for that Perfect Cancer-Fighting Superfood

Sometimes it seems like we’re witnessing a battle of superfoods, as we often hear that grapes, blueberries, broccoli or kale is the ultimate top choice to reduce cancer risk. But experts say protection doesn’t come from massive amounts of superfoods. Rather, it is overall eating habits that show the strongest potential. Continue Reading »

Scientist in the Spotlight: Dr. Karen Basen-Engquist - Physical Activity and Cancer

Dr. Karen Basen-Engquist is Director of the Center of Energy Balance in Cancer Prevention and Survivorship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her research currently focuses on health behavior interventions and cancer research. Listen to Dr. Basen-Enquist discuss the importance of movement and staying active after diagnosis and during treatment.