Sami Mansfield: Empowering Cancer Survivors Through Lifestyle Changes
Sami Mansfield shared a post on LinkedIn:
”Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month.
Empowering Cancer Survivors Through Lifestyle Changes.
A recent study from BIOMED CENTRAL LIMITED has highlighted the profound impact that introducing simple, habits focused on choosing healthier lifestyle changes can have on the quality of life for patients with gynecological cancer.
After their diagnosis, 89% of patients who were introduced to the importance of lifestyle habits reported making significant changes in their daily habits—embracing healthier diets, reducing stress, and quitting harmful habits like smoking. These changes aren’t just about living longer—they’re about living better.
Here’s what we learned:
- Nutrition: 66% increased their intake of fruits and vegetables, and 65% reduced red meat consumption.
- Physical Activity: While some patients faced challenges in maintaining their exercise routines, 27% managed to increase their activity levels.
- Stress Reduction:An encouraging 77% of patients reported feeling less stressed after making lifestyle changes.
- Nicotine and Alcohol Consumption: A significant number of patients either quit smoking or reduced alcohol intake.
This research underscores the importance of discussing lifestyle factors with all oncology patients as part of their care plan with an emphasis on quality of life.
While more prospective studies are needed to fully understand the benefits, the potential for lifestyle changes to improve quality of life and impact disease outcomes is undeniable.
Call to Action 1: If you’re a healthcare professional, start the conversation about lifestyle changes with your patients today. The impact could be life-changing.
Call to Action 2: Are you a cancer survivor or currently in treatment? Share your own experiences with lifestyle changes in the comments—your story could inspire others on their journey.
Call to Action 3: Let’s advocate for more resources! Need a place to start? Check out.
Together, we can make a difference—one healthy choice at a time.”
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Source: Sami Mansfield/LinkedIn
Sami Mansfield is the founder of Cancer Wellness for Life. She’s been a certified cancer exercise specialist since 2003 and has dedicated her career to implementing evidence-based lifestyle education, resources and tools into cancer care for both the patients and the providers. She is also a Chair of Cancer Member Interest Group, at the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and Breast Cancer Taskforce Co-Chair at Colorado Cancer Coalition.
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