Websites on Nutrition and Cancer
- Caring4Cancer
All nutrition info on this site is written by a dietitian who is also an expert
in cancer nutrition. Click the link for "Eating Well" to get lots of
great tips on healthy eating. Click the link for “No Appetite” to find suggestions
for managing symptoms during cancer treatment. Other interesting sections
provide recipes, frequently asked questions, and research updates.
- The American Institute for Cancer Research
The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) is the nation's leading charity in the field of nutrition, physical activity and weight management as it relates to cancer prevention and survivorship. This website has up-to-date info on how nutrition impacts cancer. It also provides great recipes and many free publications.
- Cancer RD (Diana Dyer’s website)
This website is written by a dietitian who is a 3-time cancer survivor. It provides great suggestions for healthy eating, along with meal ideas and menus. Check out the frequently asked questions section for lots of great info!
- Nutrition for the Person with Cancer
The American Cancer Society website provides useful info and tips on nutrition before, during, and after treatment for cancer.
- Nutrition for Cancer Survivors
The American Cancer Society website discusses the benefits of good nutrition and provides suggestions and recipes for healthy eating after treatment has finished.
- Nutrition in Cancer Care
The National Cancer Institute website presents a variety of topics related to nutrition and cancer.
- The Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group
This website is primarily designed for oncology nutrition professionals. However, patients should check out the “Resources” section for great info on nutrition and cancer.
- American Dietetic Association
The American Dietetic Association is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. Click on “Food & Nutrition Information” for tons of great nutrition resources.
- About Herbs, Botanicals, and Other Products
This website, from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, provides up-to-date, evidence-based information on herbs, botanicals, and other dietary supplements.
- The Office of Dietary Supplements
The Office of Dietary Supplements is a branch of the National Institutes of Health. This website provides information on dietary supplements and vitamin and mineral recommendations.