Episode 58: Eating well for a healthier life

What we eat plays a powerful role in our health. In this episode, host Steve Bland is joined by Femi Odewale, Managing Director of North East London Cancer Alliance, and Nitu Pasricha, Public Health Associate Nutritionist, to explore how healthy eating can help reduce the risk of cancer and support people living with and beyond a cancer diagnosis.

From everyday food choices to practical nutrition tips during treatment, this episode offers clear, evidence-based advice to help improve health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Healthy eating is about supporting our bodies at every stage of life. In this episode, North East London Cancer Alliance brings together leadership and nutritional expertise to discuss how diet can play a key role in cancer prevention, treatment and recovery.

Steve Bland leads a wide-ranging conversation with Femi and Nitu, beginning with the link between diet, lifestyle and cancer risk. The discussion explores what “healthy eating” really means in everyday terms, cutting through myths and confusion to focus on realistic, achievable changes that can benefit the whole family.

The episode also addresses the specific nutritional challenges faced by people undergoing cancer treatment, including changes in appetite, taste, weight and energy levels.

Nitu shares practical, compassionate advice to help people maintain nourishment during treatment and adapt their eating habits when living with and beyond cancer.

Listeners will hear guidance on:

·       Foods and eating patterns that support long-term health

·       How nutrition can help manage side effects of cancer treatment

·       Simple ways to make healthier choices on a budget

·       The importance of personalised advice and knowing when to seek professional support

Packed with practical tips, reassurance and evidence-based insight, this episode aims to empower listeners to make informed choices about food – supporting better health, wellbeing and quality of life at every stage.

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