Buddies For Life

Having control over the decisions you make is the answer to maintaining hope, no matter what the outcome. Dr Michelle King explains further.

Dr Michelle King is part of an inter-disciplinary pain clinic and palliative care team in Limpopo. She has completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Chronic Pain Management, a Postgraduate Diploma in Palliative Medicine, and is the president of PainSA.

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Isla Blasa helps us understand the complementary therapy of reflexology lymph drainage that helps ease lymphoedema.

Isla Blasa is a registered therapeutic reflexologist and an approved reflexology lymph drainage practitioner, based in Midrand, Gauteng. She has a special interest in helping manage chronic conditions.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dietitian Berna Harmse shares various no-heat meals that are easy and convenient to make, all the while still healthy and nutritious.

Berna Harmse is a private practising dietitian. She holds a MSc in Dietetics and has a special interest in oncology nutrition. She is also an external lecturer at Stellenbosch University Division of Human Nutrition.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Nadia Booysen offers three wise words when you are tired of everything being about your cancer: stop, breathe, and rethink.

Nadia Booysen is a cancer survivor and an oncology counsellor (BSW Hons Social Work (UP), BA Hons (Psychology) (Unisa), PGDip (PallMed) (UCT)). She consults at the DMO practices: Sandton Oncology and the West Rand Oncology Centres. Serving in oncology is not a profession to her, but rather a way of life. Nadia has a keen interest in mental health and believes that it’s an underestimated and stigmatised topic.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Never mind New Year resolutions; how about a quest to get fitter? Prof Carol-Ann Benn challenges you to the ultimate quest (The Lord of the Rings style): prehabilitation.

Prof Carol-Ann Benn heads up an internationally accredited, multi-disciplinary breast cancer centre at Netcare Milpark Hospital. She lectures at Wits University and, in 2002, established the Breast Health Foundation.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Amelia Mbungwana has so much to be proud of in her life, and facing a breast cancer diagnosis at age 30 with such vigour and grace is added to the long list.

Laurelle Williams is the editor at Word for Word Media. She graduated from AFDA with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Live Performance. She has a love for storytelling and sharing emotions through the power of words. Reach out at [email protected]

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dr Michelle King wishes you sweet dreams while ensuring you get quality sleep by sharing valuable sleep hygiene tips.

Dr Michelle King is part of an interdisciplinary pain clinic and palliative care team in Limpopo. She has completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Chronic Pain Management, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Palliative Medicine, and is the president of PainSA.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Meagan Atcheson explains the basics of breathwork and why it can be beneficial in your cancer journey.

Meagan Atcheson is a registered dietitian who focuses specifically on oncology. She is a plant-centric foodie who promotes a nourishing approach to health and wellness using evidence-based research and guidelines only.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

With the new year here, you may have the goal of living a healthy lifestyle. Dietitian Meagan Atcheson shares five ways to holistically achieve this.

Meagan Atcheson is a registered dietitian who focuses specifically on oncology. She is a plant-centric foodie who promotes a nourishing approach to health and wellness using evidence-based research and guidelines only.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Sandra Bollen-Hughes shares why having a road map and an accurate compass for the goals you want to achieve in the new year is vital.

Sandra Bollen-Hughes is a counselling psychologist. In 2015 she was diagnosed with breast cancer and realised the great burden of stress that cancer places on patients and developed an interest in cancer counselling. She went on to study cancer counselling.

In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science. Visit My Cancer, My Nutrition · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn