These five animated videos discuss the benefits of healthy behaviors during and after cancer treatment for people with cancer and cancer survivors.
Benefits of Healthy Behaviors for Cancer Survivors
For cancer survivors, the evidence suggests that lifestyle factors, such as body weight, physical activity, diet, and alcohol intake, may affect the risk for recurrence and overall survival following diagnosis.
Diet and Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment
Eating nutritious foods can help cancer survivors to manage their energy levels, feel better, and stay stronger. Nutritional screening, assessment, and counseling should begin as soon as possible after a diagnosis.
Physical Activity During and After Cancer Treatment
Research strongly suggests that exercise during treatment is safe, feasible, fatigue-reducing, and can improve multiple aspects of quality of life. Studies have shown that exercise during treatment improves multiple post-treatment effects on bone health, muscle strength, and other quality of life measures.
Maintaining a Healthy Body Weight During and After Cancer Treatment
After treatment, it is important for survivors who have excess weight to make behavioral changes. A positive approach such as adding healthy foods instead of subtracting unhealthy foods can help to increase motivation for lifestyle changes.
Topics of Interest for Cancer Survivors
This video discusses the scientific support for several topics of interest to cancer survivors, including dietary supplements, special diets, intermittent fasting, cannabis, stress, sleep, and emotional and mental health.