Cancer Nutrition Myths Debunked by Oncology Dietitian

Cancer Nutrition Myths Debunked: A Dietitian's Guide to Healthy Eating During and After Cancer Treatment In a recent video posted on social media, oncology dietitian Nichole addressed three widespread misconceptions about nutrition and cancer. The video, which has garnered over 1800 views, quickly gained traction among cancer survivors and those seeking information about cancer prevention. Nichole directly tackled the myth that sugar feeds cancer. She stated, "Cancer is going to uptake all different types of nutrients, macronutrients, micronutrients. We cannot control cancer with that." She emphasized the importance of nourishing healthy cells through proper nutrition. Another misconception debunked was that soy increases the risk of breast cancer. Nichole explained that soy contains plant estrogen, not human estrogen, and may even help reduce cancer risk. She added, "Soy does not have any human estrogen; it has plant estrogen; it actually helps to reduce cancer risk." Finally, the dietitian addressed the false belief that alkaline diets or alkaline water can magically shrink or eliminate cancer by altering blood pH. She clarified that the body's kidneys and lungs tightly regulate blood pH, making such claims untrue. Nichole's video serves as a valuable resource for cancer patients and survivors, promoting evidence-based nutrition advice and dispelling harmful myths.