If you have the history of an eating disorder and have also received a cancer diagnosis, seeing a dietician who is familiar with eating disorders is incredibly important. Our registered dietician, Alison, tells us more.
Continue readingAsk a Cactus: Can I drink after a cancer diagnosis?
Can I have a glass of champagne at my friend’s wedding, or a beer at this upcoming backyard barbeque? Our expert Alison weighs in with research!
Continue readingAsk a Cactus: What’s Up With Sugar and Cancer?!
So… does sugar *really* feed cancer? Our expert Alison gives us scientifically-backed information!
Continue readingAsk a Cactus: Dietician vs. Nutritionist
Our expert Alison is here to answer an important question: what’s the difference between a dietician and a nutritionist?
Continue readingAsk A Cactus: Let’s Talk Nutrition
Meet Alison Meagher, MS, RDN, as she prepares to answer all our burning questions about nutrition and cancer.
Continue readingIntroducing Ask a Cactus!
There are so many questions that come with a cancer diagnosis: what is recommended by licensed professionals, how others have dealt with the same issues, and the questions we can feel self-conscious asking. We hear you and we have been there, too! At Cactus Cancer Society we strive to create a community of inclusion, authenticity, and shared experience. Introducing: Ask a Cactus!
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