Numerous exercise studies have shown that cancer can be prevented with regular exercise and a healthy balanced diet. According to the American cancer society, exercise empowers the immune system to fight off the early stages of cancer and prevents the formation of tumors. In addition, physical activity increases the circulation of blood through the lymphatic system and cleanses the body tissues from impurities and toxins. Studies of cancer survivors has overwhelming suggested that people who regularly exercise and control their weight have significantly higher rates of remission.
Weight Control
Exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy weight and engaging in activities that you enjoy. Obesity has been linked to certain cancers and staying active is necessary to reap the rewards of fighting-off a host of diseases. During difficult cancer medical interventions, those who maintain walking at least 20 minutes a day for five days a week had a significantly higher tolerance for cancer therapy and required less medications for pain.
Respiratory Benefits
According to the Oncology Nursing Society, those are affected by asbestos cancer or other lung-related cancers gained marked benefits from performing simple exercises. People who practiced simple standing, arm lifts and deep breathing exercises required less oxygen supplementation and experienced fewer episodes of breathlessness. Overall, people affected by lung disease gained marked benefits from any aerobic activity that was performed on a daily basis.
The Digestive Tract & Colon Cancer
Exercise speeds up and enhances the movement of food and waste via the intestines and the colon. Wastes and toxins are quickly removed before the body responds with inflammation and an overwhelmed immune system. The colon remains clean from irritation, which causes colorectal cancer, and the chance for the formation of tumors is reduced due to a healthy working digestive system.
Breast Cancer & Remission
Exercise has been shown in to reduce a woman’s risk of breast cancer throughout her lifetime. As women approach menopause and experience post-menopause, researchers have discovered that those who were physically active had lower occurrences of breast cancer. In addition, survivors who continue to exercise on a regular basis experienced longer periods of remission than women who were inactive. According to the American Cancer Society, exercise is recommended after breast cancer surgery, as well as after radiation therapy. The biological mechanisms in exercise appear to lower or balance hormone levels and protect women from forming tumors and developing malignancies.
Exercise for a Healthy Life
Regardless of your current health status, clearly regular exercise and staying active is beneficial for many health reasons. Staying fit can help prepare your body to better fight off cancer, keep you engaged in your life, and provide a boost to your self-esteem.
Melanie is currently a Master’s student with a passion that stems from her grandmother’s cancer diagnosis. She often highlights the great benefits of alternative nutritional, emotional, and physical treatments on those diagnosed with cancer or other serious illness. To read more from Melanie, visit her blog for the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance. In her spare time, you can find Melanie trying new vegan recipes, on her yoga mat, or spending time with her family.
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