Erin K Campbell, Thomas M Campbell, Eva Culakova, Lisa Blanchard, Nellie Wixom, Joseph J Guido, James Fetten, Alissa Huston, Michelle Shayne, Michelle C Janelsins, Karen M Mustian, Richard G Moore, Luke J Peppone
PURPOSE: Quality of life (QOL) is among the most important outcomes for women with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), and it predicts survival. QOL is negatively impacted by cognitive impairment, fatigue, and weight gain. We assessed whether a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) diet-promoting weight loss is feasible and might improve QOL. METHODS: Women with MBC on stable systemic treatments were randomized 2:1 to 1) WFPB dietary intervention (n = 21) or 2) usual care (n = 11) for 8 weeks...
March 30, 2024: Breast Cancer Research and Treatment