• You Can't Drink from an Empty Cup: Simple Wellness Tips for Cancer Caregivers
    Jun 26 2025

    Cancer caregivers are the ultimate multitaskers—managing meds, appointments, meals, and emotions. But in the midst of it all, who’s caring for them? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alison Meagher, a registered dietitain, clinical exercise physiologist and oncology-certified dietitian, to talk about the real challenges caregivers face—and how nutrition and movement can be powerful tools for resilience, energy, and emotional well-being.

    We cover:
    🧠 How nutrition supports mental health
    💪 Creative ways to build movement into a busy day
    🥗 Quick, stress-free meal ideas
    🚩 Red flags of burnout and how to respond
    ❤️ A 3-step self-care routine any caregiver can start today

    Whether you're a caregiver, patient, or part of the support team, this episode is a must-listen. Because taking care of yourself is taking care of your loved one.

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    14 mins
  • Healing after Cancer Diagnosis: Simple Strategies to Manage Lymphedema
    Jun 19 2025

    In this episode, we’re talking cancer recovery, nutrition tips for survivors, and how to manage lymphedema through diet with registered dietitian and cancer survivor Jean LaMantia. Jean is the author of The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide and creator of Lymphedema Nutrition School. She shares practical advice on anti-inflammatory foods, intermittent fasting after cancer, and nutritional strategies to reduce swelling, support healing, and improve quality of life.

    Join our cancer community today at fucancer.health.

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    30 mins
  • The Oley Foundation – A Lifeline for Home Nutrition Support
    Jun 10 2025

    Patients, caregivers, and clinicans are gearing up for the The Oley Foundation's annual conference on June 17 - 20, 2025 in Charleston, SC, and F-U Cancer was fortunate enough to snag a few minutes with Andrea Taylor, Manager of National Advocacy, to discuss how this incredible organization supports patients and caregivers navigating life with parenteral or enteral nutrition.

    🔍 We cover:
    ✔️ The origins and mission of The Oley Foundation
    ✔️ Challenges cancer patients face with home nutrition
    ✔️ Real-life success stories from the community
    ✔️ How you can connect or get involved

    Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this conversation is a must-listen.

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    14 mins
  • Lymphadema Care After Cancer: Strategies for a Better Quality of Life
    Jun 5 2025

    Lymphedema is a common—yet often overlooked—side effect of cancer treatments like surgery and radiation. In our latest episode of the F-U Cancer Podcast, we’re joined by physical therapist and certified lymphedema specialist Hari Vennelakanti, who shares practical strategies for recognizing, treating, and living with cancer-related lymphedema. Whether you’re a cancer survivor, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode offers vital information to improve quality of life and support long-term recovery.

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    13 mins
  • What to Eat When You Don't Want to Eat: Nutrition Tips for Cancer Care
    May 29 2025

    Loss of appetite during cancer treatment is one of the most common and frustrating challenges patients face. In this powerful episode, oncology dietitian Elizabeth Miracle shares expert tips for managing nutrition when you don't feel like eating—including high-protein snack ideas, small meal strategies, and practical ways to nourish your body even on the hardest days. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this episode is packed with real-life solutions for eating during chemo, boosting appetite, and supporting healing through personalized oncology nutrition.

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    11 mins
  • Planning with Power: End-of-Life Conversations that Matter
    May 20 2025

    Talking about end-of-life care doesn’t mean giving up—it means taking control. In this powerful episode, award-winning hospice nurse and end-of-life educator Barbara Karnes, RN shares expert guidance on how to navigate serious illness with dignity, purpose, and compassion.

    🎁 Barbara also offers listeners a free resource:
    “10 Things You Need to Know About Approaching Death”
    📥 Download it at bkbooks.com/pages/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-approaching-death

    This is a must-listen for cancer patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals who want to ensure that end-of-life care aligns with personal values and medical goals.


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    18 mins
  • The Hard Truth About Alcohol and Cancer Risk
    May 15 2025

    How does alcohol really impact cancer risk? Is any amount safe? And what about the red wine myth? In this must-hear episode of the F-U Cancer Podcast, host Christina Rollins sits down with oncology nutrition expert Wendy Kaplan, RDN, to tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in cancer prevention: alcohol. With over 20 years of experience and credentials that include board certifications in oncology nutrition and diabetes care, Wendy brings clarity to the science and offers practical, compassionate advice for those looking to make informed choices.

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    14 mins
  • Hope Starts Here: Finding Community Through Cancer Foundations
    May 10 2025

    On the latest F-U Cancer Podcast, we're joined by Melinda Bachini, Director of Advocacy at the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, to talk about the critical role foundations play in cancer care.

    From finding the right support to getting involved in advocacy, this episode is packed with insight for patients, caregivers, and professionals alike.

    💡 Learn how foundations like CCF provide connection, resources, and hope when it’s needed most.

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    19 mins