Category: Breast Cancer

VIDEO: Cancer Exercise and Exercise as Therapy to Improve Outcomes https://youtu.be/XhtYO220sXY?si=jCCHmi1JMWmgPPNi From Cancer to Sepsis: Exercise as an immunoregulatory therapy to improve disease outcomes  Speaker: Graeme Koelwyn, PhD Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University in Vancouver Host: Meihong Deng, MD Associate Professor, Institute…

How Does Exercise Minimize Cancer Treatment Side-Effects? Exercise can play a significant role in minimizing the side effects of cancer treatment in several ways: Reduced Fatigue: Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy often cause fatigue. Regular exercise has been shown to improve energy levels and reduce…

Why is it So Difficult to Lose Weight While on Hormonal Ablation Therapy for Cancer? Hormonal ablation therapy is commonly used in the treatment of certain types of cancer, such as prostate, testicular, breast, and ovarian cancer. This therapy aims to reduce the levels of male/female hormones in…

How Does the Western Diet Increase the Risk for Cancer The Western diet, characterized by its high intake of processed foods, red and processed meats, sugary drinks, and low intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, has been associated with an increased risk of cancer. Several mechanisms have…

What is the Link Between Plastics and Cancer? The link between plastics and cancer is a complex and ongoing topic of research and concern. Plastics are composed of various chemical compounds, and some of these compounds have been associated with potential health risks, including the development of cancer.…

Ketogenic Diet in Cancer Prevention and Therapy Nearly a century ago, Otto Warburg discovered that tumors consume tremendous amounts of glucose relative to most non-transformed tissues, and that the majority of glucose consumed by tumors is fermented to lactate, rather than oxidized in pathways that require respiration. This…

How Does a Lack of Adequate Folate Contribute to Cancer? Folate, also known as vitamin B9, plays a critical role in DNA synthesis, repair, and methylation processes in the body. These functions are essential for maintaining the integrity of your genetic material and preventing mutations that can lead…

What is the Connection Between Red and Processed Meats and Cancer? There is a well-established connection between the consumption of red and processed meats and an increased risk of cancer. This association has been studied extensively, and the evidence comes from various sources, including epidemiological studies and research…

What Does It Mean to Test Positive for BRCA? Testing positive for BRCA refers to the result of a genetic test that indicates the presence of mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. These genes are associated with an increased risk of certain types of cancer, most notably…

What are the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Fruits and Vegetables? The "Dirty Dozen" is a list of fruits and vegetables compiled by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit organization that focuses on environmental health issues. This list highlights produce items that tend to have higher pesticide…