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Sami Mansfield: Did you know cancer survivors lose muscle mass at 10x times the rate of a naturally aging adult?

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Nov 20, 2024, 15:38

Sami Mansfield: Did you know cancer survivors lose muscle mass at 10x times the rate of a naturally aging adult?

Sami Mansfield, Founder of Cancer Wellness for Life, shared a post on LinkedIn:

“Did you know cancer survivors lose muscle mass at 10x times the rate of a naturally aging adult?

As healthcare professionals, you know how crucial it is to address this issue—but the good news is, there are simple and effective strategies to help patients rebuild their strength.

In my latest YouTube video, I share my top 5 essential muscle-building tips to support your patients in regaining muscle, energy, and confidence after cancer treatment:

Not only are these exercise but include nutrition, my go to supplement and one tip that you may not expect!

out the full video learn more and of course our chief wellness officer Ruth doodle Ginsburg made an appearance to give you a few extra laughs!

These strategies are designed to be accessible, practical and patient-friendly, giving survivors tools to reclaim their health and improve their quality of life.

P.S. What’s your go-to advice for helping patients recover strength after treatment? Share below!”

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Sami (Papacek) 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.