Cancer is the disease in which abnormal cell growth occurs with the force of spreading to other parts of the body. This is opposed to benign tumors that do not spread and are confined to a single location. Cancer treatment involves a variety of procedures, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and cryoablation, among others. Even after surviving cancer, the fear and anxiety that the cancer will come back in the body often clouds the minds of survivors.
However, after undergoing cancer treatment and overcoming the disease, doctors recommend changing to a healthy lifestyle to increase the body’s immunity and give it the strength to fight off diseases. Speaking to HT Lifestyle, Dr. Dhanya KS, Radiation Oncologist at the American Institute of Oncology, Calicut, said, “Post-cancer care is an essential part of the entire journey, from diagnosis to treatment to adopting a healthy lifestyle after survival. The lifestyle changes recommended for a cancer survivor are similar to those for a person who wants to change to a healthy lifestyle. However, the following measures have helped cancer survivors with additional benefit.”
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Dr. Dhanya KS further noted the lifestyle changes a cancer survivor must go through to lead a healthy life. They are the following:
Healthy weight: The incorporation of essential nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, fats and water in the diet is mandatory. Dr. Dhanya KS further added that leading a healthy life by eating healthy foods, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep helps people feel recharged and mentally and physically strong.
unhealthy habits: Smoking and excessive use of alcohol can negatively affect the body. It is recommended to avoid unhealthy habits to have more control over your health.
Exercise: “Take a daily walk. If you sit or sleep too much, you can lose muscle mass and gain body fat, even if you’re not gaining weight.
Stress: It is important to work on reducing stress by distracting the mind.
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