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    Join Stephanie Meyers, MS, RD, LDN, the nutrition coordinator with Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living, for healthy cooking inspiration. This recipe is credited to the Minimalist Baker. Find it here!

    Finding nutrition information specific to metastatic breast cancer can feel challenging at times. Many people wonder what else they can do beyond the basic evidence-based guidelines like eating non-starchy vegetables and being physically active. Many people are interested in supplements to support their health, but people actually absorb nutrients better from food than they do from pills. Turmeric is a spice with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Studies in animals suggest that turmeric could enhance the immune system and possibility even have some effects on tumor cells. Although there is less information in people about these medicinal effects, turmeric adds depth of flavor worth experimenting with. Here’s...
  • Description: This 45-minute class uses an exercise method combining the flexibility of yoga and strength of Pilates, a series of controlled movements that work to stabilize and strengthen your core. This workout integrates these techniques using a mind-body connection for improved physical and emotional levels. Yogalates combines full-range-of-motion exercises with stationary positions. Controlled, deep breathing is utilized throughout the workout. Yogalates benefits may include increased muscular strength and muscle tone with increased flexibility throughout your body.

    Tags: All levels, Blanket, Block, Full body workout, Rfm, Strap


  • Description: In this 30-minute class you will experience an alternative mindfulness meditation experience with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

    Songs: Duke Of Earl - Gene Chandler Tears On My Pillow - Little Anthony and the Imperials In The Still Of The Night - The Five Satins Blue Moon - The Marcels I Only Have Eyes For You - The Flamingo's Sixteen Candles - The Crests

    Tags: Expressive Arts, Music Therapy, Video

  • Description: In this 30-minute class you will experience an alternative mindfulness meditation experience with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

    Songs: Eight Days a Week - Love Me Do - Hey Jude - I Will - All My Loving

    Tags: Expressive Arts, Music Therapy, Video

  • Description: In this 30-minute class you will experience an alternative mindfulness meditation experience with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

    Songs: Daydream Believer - The Monkees Don't Dream It's Over - Crowded House Dream a Little Dream of Me - The Mama's and the Papa's The River of Dreams - Billy Joel Pure Imagination - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factor

    Tags: Expressive Arts, Music Therapy, Video

  • Description: In this 40-minute class you will experience an alternative mindfulness meditation experience with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

    Songs: When I see You Smile - Bic Runga To Make You Feel My Love - Bob Dylan Falling In Love With You - Elvis You Belong To Me - Patsy Cline Aphelion - Heather Woods The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack

    Tags: Expressive Arts, Music Therapy, Video

  • Description: In this 40-minute class you will experience an alternative mindfulness meditation experience with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

    Songs: Walking on Sunshine - Katrina and the Waves Brighter than the Sun - Colbie Caillat Good Day Sunshine - The Beatles Island in the Sun - Weezer I'll Follow the Sun - The Beatles

    Tags: Expressive Arts, Music Therapy, Video

  • Description: Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. The class is led by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Farber's Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies.

    Tags: Calm, Peace, Presence, Meditation, Relaxation

  • Description: Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. The class is led by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Farber's Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies.

    Tags: Calm, Peace, Presence, Meditation, Relaxation

  • Description: Download this bookmark onto your computer as a PDF, then print it out to color on your own time. Remember to print on front and back! Show us your skills and send us an email with the finished product!
  • Description: With unexpected changes in our day to day lives, our usual self-care habits may be interrupted. Journaling is a simple and quick way to help cultivate awareness, express feelings, and reduce stress. This six-week group will teach you evidence-based strategies for coping with stress and improving quality of life through journaling. All sessions meet via Zoom. No prior experience is required, but space is limited.

    Led by Heather Woods, MA, MT-BC, the group will meet on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. beginning November 2nd, skipping Thanksgiving week and ending December 14th. To register, please email Zakim_Center@dfci.harvard.edu.
  • Description: With unexpected changes in our day to day lives, our usual self-care habits may be interrupted. Journaling is a simple and quick way to help cultivate awareness, express feelings, and reduce stress. This six-week group will teach you evidence-based strategies for coping with stress and improving quality of life through journaling. All sessions meet via Zoom. No prior experience is required, but space is limited.

    Led by Heather Woods, MA, MT-BC, the group will meet on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. beginning November 2nd, skipping Thanksgiving week and ending December 14th. To register, please email Zakim_Center@dfci.harvard.edu.