Research Studies

The primary objective of the BfedBwell proof-of-concept pilot study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of integrating the BfedBwell nutrition program into the 12-week BfitBwell cancer exercise program. We also aim to explore the effects of the BfedBwell + BfitBwell programs on adherence to cancer survivorship guidelines.

Cancer survivors who have completed active treatment within the last five years and who have BMI 25-45 kg/m2 will take part in a 12-week study of the BfedBwell survivorship nutrition program. BfedBwell includes group nutrition education and discussion, skills development sessions and cooking demonstrations, and 1:1 counseling with a dietitian. They will also take part in the BfitBwell cancer exercise program.

Main Procedures Involved: BfedBwell 12-week survivorship nutrition program - Once weekly group education and discussion session (via Zoom) - Once monthly cooking demonstration (in-person) - Once monthly 1:1 counseling with a dietitian (via Zoom) - Weekly online questionnaires BfitBwell 12-week cancer exercise program - Once weekly supervised exercise session with cancer exercise specialist - Once weekly exercise session on your own Five in-person data collection visits - Vitals, height, weight, and blood draw - At-home sample collection (stool, urine) - Diet, physical activity, and body composition assessment - Online questionnaires

Duration of Participation: ~6 months