As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches in October, it’s essential to empower women with knowledge and tools to manage their health. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women, highlighting the need for proactive measures in diagnosis and treatment.

To explore effective strategies, Dr. Tarah Ballinger, a breast oncologist at IU Health Simon Cancer Center talked with News 8. Ballinger emphasized the significant roles that diet and exercise play in reducing recurrence rates for breast cancer patients.

Weight gain is a common concern following a breast cancer diagnosis, according to Ballinger.

When it comes to exercise, Ballinger advocated for a balanced approach.

Diet also plays a vital role in recovery and long-term health, says Dr. Ballinger.

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HATCH was founded in 2015 with the mission to build a nutrition secure future for families by delivering animal protein direct from farmers to food banks with the lowest cost to serve model in the fight against hunger. HATCH has become a national leader in nutrition security and partners with farmers to supply low-cost, high-value animal proteins to 100+ food banks annually across 36 states. Today we deliver 250,000 meals daily and by 2027 we will achieve 1M protein-rich meals delivered daily.

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The nonprofit Mozel Sanders Foundation has made sure no one in Indianapolis goes hungry on Thanksgiving for over half of a century.The foundation typically uses a large kitchen to prepare the thousands of Thanksgiving meals it distributes; however, this year, that kitchen at Butler University is no longer available.

Stephan Sanders, CEO of the foundation, said, “Due to risk management and new procedures at Butler, we’re going to be in need of commercial kitchens, like schools, hospitals, any place that can mass produce meals. We’re going to need them this year.”

This year marks 51 years that the foundation will feed the hungry for the holiday.

Sanders said, “On the menu this year, we have green beans, dressing, turkey or chicken, and we have a dinner roll. We are working on the dessert.”

In 2023, 1,500 volunteers served over 10,000 hot meals on Thanksgiving. The foundation will again in 2024 need an army of helpers to prepare, package and deliver the meals.

“Restaurants schools, churches, hospitals, please reach out to use if you’re able to cook or serve 10,000 meals,” Sanders said.

For people who can’t physically help on Thanksgiving, Sanders says, the foundation offers another way for people to give back Sanders said that $20 feeds four people, and one meal is $5, “so if you’re unable to volunteer, please go to our website and donate.”

As Sanders sees it, the Thanksgiving effort not just about feeding the hungry; it’s also about keeping the tradition of love and service in the community alive.

“We were just raised to help people, never think we’re better than someone, and you should never look down on someone unless you’re trying to pick them up.”

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The Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday announced a $1 million gift to support an Indianapolis school.

The initiative aimed to revolutionize school kitchens in Indianapolis and combat childhood hunger.

The model will help to restore working kitchens within schools and provide support by hiring and training culinary staff to prepare scratch-made meals.

Over the next five years, the initiative plans to provide over 1.2 million meals to 3,500 students.

The project has been called the second-largest source of hunger relief in Indianapolis schools, and proceeds of the Colts’ Game Day 50-50 raffle will fund the effort.

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Rocket fuel and mac and cheese might have more in common than you ever imagined—so much so that you might be eating them! A new Consumer Reports investigation reveals a harsh chemical more commonly used by rockets, missiles, and explosives is making surprise appearances at your family’s dinner table, with potentially dangerous health consequences.

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Nearly 94 million adults in the U.S. aged 20 and over have high cholesterol, according to the CDC. Managing cholesterol levels through diet and lifestyle is crucial. IU Health cardiologist Dr. Julie Clary stopped by Daybreak to share some guidance on the topic.Dr. Clary says it’s important to make smart food choices in order to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

As heart health continues to be a priority for many, Clary’s insights offer practical steps for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and enjoying a long, healthy life.

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Are cage-free eggs more nutritious? Can coffee be considered a meal? Certain beliefs when it comes to food can be very damaging for your health.

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Megan Sedivy, a registered dietitian with Fresh Thyme Market, joined us to share meal planning strategies for families during the back-to-school season. With mornings often being hectic, Sedivy suggested a make-ahead sheet pan pancake recipe that includes ingredients like bananas, blueberries, eggs, oats, and flour. The pancakes can be prepped in advance, sliced, frozen, and reheated as needed, making for a quick and nutritious breakfast option.

For lunch, Sedivy recommended focusing on three key components: protein, produce, and peak energy foods. She advised including at least three different colors of produce in lunch boxes, such as blueberries, bananas, and apples for younger children, and bell peppers and tomatoes for older kids. Protein options can range from nut butter for small children to chicken salad for middle schoolers and tuna salad for high school students. Plant-based alternatives like quinoa and tofu were also highlighted.

Sedivy also offered suggestions for after-school snacks that are both healthy and convenient. She demonstrated an apple crunch wrap made with a spinach wrap, nut butter, apple slices, cinnamon, walnuts, and granola. For quicker options, she recommended stocking the pantry with whole grain cheese crackers, microwave popcorn, fruit and veggie pouches, and protein-rich snacks like beef and chicken sticks.

These meal ideas aim to provide balanced nutrition while ensuring that children enjoy their meals. Sedivy emphasized the importance of planning meals that are easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, helping to set the stage for a successful school year.

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