Cancer Nutrition HQ

Krystle Zuniga PhD, RD, CSO

English Health & Fitness Nutrition Science

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Episodes 19

Avg. Duration 19m

Activity Moderate

Since Jul 2025

Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks

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Consistency

46%

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About This Podcast

Hosted by Dr. Krystle Zuniga RD, CSO a nutrition scientist and board certified oncology dietitian, Cancer Nutrition HQ provides evidence-based insights into cancer nutrition. Episodes include the latest research, interviews with top cancer and nutrition experts, and provide real-world guidance rooted in science. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, Cancer Nutrition HQ provides the tools to help you Know More and Fear Less.

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Recent Episodes

S1E18 Before You Meet with a Dietitian, Listen to This

May 08, 2026 18m Transcript

Meeting with a dietitian and not sure what to expect? Or maybe you’ve had an experience that didn’t feel helpful. In this episode, we discuss why oncology nutrition appointments can sometimes fall…

What to Eat When You Don’t Feel Like Eating

Mar 22, 2026 16m Transcript

Do you find yourself saying, "I know I should eat, but I just don’t want to"? If eating has become another exhausting task on your to-do list, you aren't alone. This episode explores the science…

Weight Loss After Breast Cancer: Deep Dive in to a Large Clinical Trial

Feb 09, 2026 23m

I break down a new large clinical trial that examined weight loss outcomes in women with stage II–III breast cancer after treatment. We explore what the year-long lifestyle intervention included, how…

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans: What Changed and Why It Matters

Jan 26, 2026 25m

This episode covers the release of the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. I walk through how the Dietary Guidelines are traditionally developed, including the role of scientific experts,…

The Truth About Alcohol and Cancer

Jan 12, 2026 33m

Alcohol's connection to cancer is often misunderstood. This episode takes a look at how alcohol affects the body, why even moderate drinking can matter, and addresses common questions and…

New Year, New Goals, New Strategy

Dec 29, 2025 24m

Before you set your New Year’s resolutions, listen to this episode. This episode walks you step-by-step through how to set realistic, habit-based health goals that fit into real life, especially for…

Can Cancer Survivors “Boost” Their Immune System?

Dec 22, 2025 21m

In this episode, we explain how the immune system works, why survivors may be immunocompromised, and whether "immune-boosting" supplements actually help. Learn the important role nutrients like…

"Remember to Eat Your Fruits and Veggies" - The Science Behind My Sign-Off

Dec 15, 2025 19m

"Remember to eat your fruits and veggies” is how I end almost every episode, but there’s a reason I keep coming back to this message.In this episode, I break down why fruits and vegetables matter for…

Foods & Supplements to Avoid on Endocrine Therapy

Dec 08, 2025 13m

Worried about whether certain foods or supplements can interfere with your endocrine therapy? You’re not alone. This episode breaks down how tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors work, how the liver…

Navigating Holiday Eating, Conversations, and Travel as a Cancer Survivor

Nov 25, 2025 14m

The holidays can be joyful, but they can also bring stress, unpredictable schedules, food pressures, and long travel days that throw off routines. In this episode, I’m checking in and sharing…

S1E9 Lung Cancer Awareness: Screening, Symptoms & Treatment | Dr. Eric Singhi

Nov 21, 2025 32m

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the United States. Despite this, stigma and misunderstanding persist. In honor of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, this…

S1E8 Nutrition Studies Explained: Separating Hype from Science

Sep 01, 2025 19m

Nutrition research can be confusing, especially when the headlines sound too good (or too scary) to be true. This episode guides you through the strengths and limitations of different research study…

S1E7 Can You Spot Nutrition and Cancer Misinformation?

Aug 25, 2025 23m

To "Know More and Fear Less" you'll need to develop an important skill: recognizing misinformation in nutrition and cancer. From oversimplified promises to fear-based messaging and questionable…

S1E6 Do You Need to Go Vegan if You Have Cancer?

Aug 18, 2025 14m

Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, or somewhere in between—what’s best when it comes to cancer nutrition? Whether you’re curious about going plant-based or just want clarity on how to eat during and…

S1E5 Does the Alkaline Diet Stop Cancer?

Aug 11, 2025 17m

The alkaline diet claims you can change your body’s pH to prevent and even stop cancer, but is that even possible? This episode explains where this idea came from, the science of pH and cancer, and…

S1E4 The Truth About Soy and Breast Cancer

Aug 04, 2025 14m

Soy has long been a source of confusion and fear for people diagnosed with breast cancer, but does it really fuel cancer growth? This episode dives in to the history of the controversy, and what…

Does Sugar Feed Cancer?

Jul 29, 2025 21m

This episode tackles the pervasive myth that you can starve cancer by eliminating sugar from your diet. Explore the complexities of cancer metabolism and learn why simply cutting out sugar isn't the…

Start Here: A Practical Foundation for Eating After Cancer

Jul 16, 2025 11m

This episode of Cancer Nutrition HQ highlights the importance of focusing on overall dietary patterns, rather than fixating on individual foods, and shares evidence linking healthy eating habits…