With over 11 million cancer survivors in the United States, there are scores of unique stories to be shared about the journey to beating the disease. Research has shown that a healthy diet can prevent and deter cancer growth. Yet far too infrequently do we hear from cancer survivors about the important role that diet has played in their path to optimal health and quality of life. Hearing such personal tales of survivorship can ignite inspiration and answer questions. Read below about the power of healthy food choices and the value of The Cancer Project’s programs and resources in changing lives.

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A Healthier Me
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
By: Veronica Lozon

The Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking class has made me more aware of healthier nutritional choices that have changed my life and helped my body run smoother.

My Food for Life Class Experience
Monday, January 14, 2008
By: Rachel Rockafellow, M.S.N., R.N., C.W.O

This personal story is about a Food for Life class in Montana taught by Cara Liberatore. This was published in the local paper.

My Cancer Journey
Monday, December 3, 2007
By: Cara Liberatore

Grand Teton Climb for Life: a life experience that has influenced, redirected, and touched me in ways that I will continue to reconcile and recognize.

Beating the Genetic Odds
Monday, September 10, 2007
By: Ellen Jaffe Jones
A Cancer Project Instructor Story