“My family is riddled with cancer.” I hear this phrase often in my work as a counselor and cancer navigator, and whenever someone says it to me, I always ask the same question: “What kind of cancers?” Because learning how to connect your family’s genetic dots when it comes to cancer could be lifesaving. And it all begins with understanding that certain cancers that don’t seem to be related actually could be, as is the case with the Lynch Syndrome gene. Knowing when to pursue

Today we’re talking about the genetics of Lynch Syndrome and why it is important to recognize your family history and your possible risk...

Here at Body Esteem, I believe in the importance of treating your mind, body, and soul. All three should be treated with equal...

FORCE Cancer - or Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered - is an amazing organization, and I was so grateful to be able to attend its annual...

The AACR Scientist-Survivor Program A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the American Association for Cancer Research annual...

Did you know that 1 in every 279 individuals is affected by the Lynch Syndrome gene, and 95% of those people don’t even know it? Those...

Today I’m sharing about a topic that is not all that well known, and also rather concerning - plastics in food. Most people are generally...

As a certified personal trainer and health coach, the topic of food as medicine has always interested me.

Many people are not aware that alcohol is actually a known carcinogen. Researchers have known about this link for many years.