1. Virtual Nutrition
Kevin B. Collins, MD; Medical Director Trinity Cancer Center, Minot
North Dakota; Clinical Associate Professor University of North Dakota,
College of Medicine had the following to share about nutrition and cancer:
“One of the leading causes of cancer are free oxide radicals, which dam-
age cellular DNA and create faulty cell growth.
Anti-oxidants are of major importance in cancer prevention, leading to
the nutritional guidelines of increasing and improving the daily fruit
(especially berries) and vegetable consumption.
When cancer is treated with radiation, this results in the creation of free
oxygen radicals that causes damage to the DNA in cancer cells—it is
hence advisable that anti-oxidant rich foods be consumed sparingly
whilst on radiation, as their antioxidant effects would be counter-
productive to the therapy. It is essential that patients inform their Doc-
tors at all times of everything that is being consumed, including herbs,
supplements and beverages during cancer treatment.
After the completion of radiation or chemotherapy, antioxidants in the
form of foods, green teas and vitamin-and-mineral supplements may be
used.
During cancer treatment, it is acceptable that patients lose up to 5% of
their initial body weight - however at losses of 10% or more, treatment is
halted, as the side effects of cancer treatment outweigh the positive ef-
fects of cancer therapy.
In summary, maintain adequate levels of macro - and micronutrients at
all times. Whilst undergoing cancer therapy, it is essential to use protein
shakes to optimize the protein intake in order to enhance recovery”.
Interview with Dr. Kevin Collins
October
Events
Regine Gray RD SA Consulting DieticianOctober/ November
2008
Regine@regine.co.za
082 354 8850
Appointments
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John Demartini and Regine Gray
Left to right: Lillian Dube, Regine and Annelie Saker.
Above: Visitors to the dietetic stand
chatted about waist hip ratios and
improved eating habits in order to
promote overall wellbeing.
Woman’s Forum organized the Pink
day in aid of the Temptations
Journey of Hope and in aid of breast
cancer prevention, detection and
treatment.
Left: Pauline Fogg. Right: Regine Gray.
The South African National Blood services
(SANBS), in conjunction with Medscheme,
held a Wellness day for employees. Nutri-
tional, optometric and screening services
formed part of the action-filled day.
Temptations Breast
Cancer Journey of Hope
The Breast Cancer Ride is about 12 survivors, 1
journey, 1 goal—bringing hope. The 10—18 October
event involved 12 breast cancer survivors cruising
2000 km’s on Harley-Davidsons and Hummers
through rural and urban communities across SA,
bringing a message of awareness and hope.
Pink Day—Nedbank Breast
Cancer Awareness Day
SANBS Wellness Day
The Riches Within: Dr. Demartini’s latest book highlights the
seven areas of life, including a section on wellness, which underlines
the seventh area of physical values. A low glycaemic load diet is
recommended as a means of staying well, as well as a high water
consumption.
Medscheme Wellness Days
Dr Kevin B. Collins took time out
during his visit to South Africa to
share his views on oncology and nutri-
tion with Regine.
20 % of South African children
are considered to be obese.
Snack foods are now targeted
in the food industry globally to
ensure the adoption of a
healthy lifestyle from an early
age.
Results of a recent study
showed that children know the
meaning of healthy snacks, yet
the majority consume un-
healthy lunch boxes.
The top 10 snack foods are, in
order of predominant con-
sumption: coffee, tea, potato
crisps, fruit juice, chicken, slap
chips, carbonated drinks, bis-
cuits, toffees and yoghurt.
The solution to changing snacking
patterns lies in providing more
nutritious, affordable and palatable
snack alternatives at tuck shops
and to continue nutrition educa-
tion at homes and in schools.
Nicky Liebenberg (left) and her teams create
interest and excitement for employees of
companies linked to medical aids administered by
Medscheme.
Snack choices of
SA children
A change in dietary
requirements...
Throughout a lifetime, it is likely and
possible for medical conditions and
weight goal posts to shift or to change.
Should you require a modification on
your present diet folder, please e-mail
me with the details, and a new folder
will be compiled at medical aid rates.
The new folder will be e-mailed to you,
enabling you to stay on top of your
changes at all times.