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Cancer and the intensity of cancer treatment can tax a heavy physical toll on patients inducing extreme fatigue. Consequentially, cancer patients are at a high risk for cachexia, or muscle wasting syndrome. The syndrome is characterized by a severe loss of skeletal muscle mass and substantial weight loss due to the body’s excessive breakdown of […]
Just as there are many types of cancer, not all cancer share the same genetics, which is where targeted therapy comes in. Cancer is usually thought of as a family of diseases caused by uncontrolled cell growth that can occur in any part of the body. Despite its many forms, cancer is ultimately the result […]
Patients with stage III colon cancer may greatly benefit from eating just a handful of tree nuts. According to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, patients’ survival significantly improved with just two 1-ounce servings of tree nuts per week. Tree nuts include: Almonds Brazil nuts Cashews Chestnuts Hazelnuts Hickory nuts Macadamia nuts Pecans […]
New insights into the benefits of diet and exercise for children going through cancer treatment may change the conversation between doctors and parents. According to a recent review from The University of Texas MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, a healthy diet and moderate exercise may improve treatment results for pediatric patients. While physician and parents […]
Cannabis products like CBD are becoming readily available for cancer patients, but do they have proven symptom relief benefits? Research suggests cannabis and CBD (or cannabidiol, a nonpsychoactive byproduct) can help patients manage nausea and pain, improve appetite, and relieve depression and insomnia. But certain misconceptions still remain about their benefits during cancer treatment. Despite a […]
In addition to being one of best things you can do for your health, exercise can help you survive cancer. According to a recent study, just 30 minutes of exercise can greatly improve survival rates for colorectal cancer patients. Physical Activity Can Improve Stage IV Survival Exercise already has a great track record for reducing cancer risk. But the Journal […]
Keeping up an active lifestyle is one of the best choices you can make for your health even after being diagnosed with cancer. According to a study presented at the Annual Meeting of the Association for Cancer Research (AACR), cancer patients who engage in some kind of physical activity before and after treatment improve their […]
Some causes of cancer are beyond our control, but as many as 4 out of 10 cancer are preventable with the right lifestyle choices. According to a study by the American Cancer Society, 42% of cancer cases and 45% of cancer deaths in the United States are caused by risk factors you can change. […]
