Title: Sugar: Can I eat this when I have cancer?
Duration: 30 minutes
“Does sugar feed cancer?” is a common question after a diagnosis and a hot topic that is known for inducing fear.
If you’ve felt that worry or you’re wondering about the truth of sugar and cancer, view this on demand video lead by our Iris Care Team oncology expert, Stephanie Meyers, MS, RDN. We’ll take an in-depth look at how sugar works in the body and discuss how that relates to cancer risk.
Our Presenter
Stephanie Meyers, MS, RDN
Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist
Iris Oncology
Stephanie Meyers is a Senior Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist at Iris Oncology with 25 years of experience delivering compassionate and evidence-based nutrition care to those affected by cancer. She’s the former Nutrition Manager in The Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston and presents seminars world-wide on mindful eating, family nutrition and cancer survivorship. Stephanie is also the author of, End the Mealtime Meltdown: Using The Table Talk Method to Free Your Family From Daily Food Struggles and Picky Eating and the founder of Families Eating Well, a nutrition practice helping parents coach healthy eating skills in kids.