Foods and Breast Cancer Survival – A Focus on Foods and Mood Teacher Jason Lu

Class 5: Foods and Breast Cancer Survival – A Focus on Foods and Mood
This engaging and practical session explores how nutrition can support both emotional resilience and breast cancer prevention and survival. Designed especially for healthcare professionals, this class draws on cutting-edge research from the Women’s Healthy Eating and Living (WHEL) study and others to highlight the impact of diet on cancer recurrence risk and mood regulation.

Participants will:

• Learn the evidence behind low-fat, high-fiber, plant-based diets and their role in breast cancer survival
• Understand how specific foods — such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes — can influence hormone levels, inflammation, and emotional well-being
• Watch a cooking demonstration of simple, affordable, and nutrient-rich recipes that support both physical and emotional health
• Taste delicious samples such as Homestyle Squash and Pinto Beans, Broccoli with Sesame Salt, and a Mixed Berry Banana Smoothie

This session offers a rich mix of science, storytelling, and culinary inspiration, empowering professionals to confidently discuss diet and mental health with patients and clients.

第五课：食物与乳腺癌康复——聚焦饮食与情绪健康
本次课程生动实用，专为医疗健康从业人员设计，探讨营养如何同时支持情绪韧性和乳腺癌的预防与康复。课程将引用WHEL（女性健康饮食与生活）研究等前沿研究，讲解饮食如何影响癌症复发风险及情绪调节。

参与者将学习：

• 植物性低脂高纤饮食在乳腺癌生存率中的科学证据
• 哪些具体食物（如水果、蔬菜、全谷物和豆类）有助于调节激素水平、降低炎症并改善心理健康
• 观看简单易学、营养丰富的食谱烹饪演示
• 品尝美味示范食物，如家常炖南瓜与芸豆、芝麻盐西兰花，以及混合莓香蕉豆奶昔

这是一堂结合科学知识、故事分享与美食灵感的课程，将帮助专业人员更自信地与患者或客户探讨营养与心理健康之间的关系。