Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths

Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths By Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN  I had the privilege of speaking at the Living Beyond Breast Cancer conference at the end of September this year. They asked me to discuss “Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths”, which is one of my favorite topics. Not only do I get to bust them myths, but more importantly, I get to share the evidence-based truths that survivors need to know! To listen to the recording, click here! Here is the quick and dirty busted myths! MYTH: Sugar Feeds Cancer. FACT: All our cells, cancerous or not, use glucose for energy. Our body doesn’t pick and choose which cells get what fuel. MYTH: Breast Cancer Survivors Should Avoid Soy. FACT: Eating soy in moderate amounts (1 to 2 standard servings a day) does not increase a woman’s risk for recurrence or death. The human evidence overwhelmingly shows isoflavone exposure is not harmful for, and may even benefit breast cancer patients. MYTH: Meat and dairy causes cancer, you should never eat it. FACT: It does not appear that vegetarian or vegan diets are any more protective than plant-based diets that include moderate to small amounts of animal foods. MYTH: Acidic diets cause cancer. FACT: There’s no good evidence to prove that diet can manipulate whole body pH, or that it has an impact on cancer. MYTH: Superfoods prevent cancer. FACT: There’s no such thing as a ‘superfood’. It’s a marketing term used to sell products and has no scientific basis. It’s gross oversimplification to say that any one food, on its own, could have a major influence over your chance of developing cancer. If you want to hear the full recording of the talk including the Q&A afterwards – check it out here. Thank you, LBBC! I had a wonderful time meeting survivors and enjoying Philadelphia, especially all the delicious food at the Terminal Market. YUM! –  Julie The post Breast Cancer Nutrition Myths & Truths appeared first on Cancer Dietitian. Recent Articles: How to Read Nutrition News Without Losing Your Mind! Recipe for the Easiest Way to Cook Corn –> In the Microwave! Is Intermittent Fasting Healthy After Cancer? Does it Reduce Cancer Risk? I’m Confused… Are Lectins Good or Bad? Do They Prevent Cancer or Cause Health Problems? Should I Avoid Antioxidants During Cancer Treatment? Share Tweet Forward Share +1 CancerDietitian.com is brought to you by Cancer Services, Inc., a community-based non-profit organization in Winston-Salem, NC with a mission to "enhance the quality of life for those living with cancer and to provide the gift of life through education.