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Ravi Mehrotra: To the Cancer Warrior – Your Sleep Is a Healing Tool

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Aug 26, 2025, 10:06

Ravi Mehrotra: To the Cancer Warrior – Your Sleep Is a Healing Tool

Ravi Mehrotra, Chief Medical Officer at Open Health Systems Laboratory (OHSL), shared his own post on LinkedIn:

“Part V

For patients with cancer, the link between sleep and healing is more than just about feeling rested.
It’s deeply biological, as during quality sleep, our bodies work to maintain a delicate hormonal balance. One of the most critical hormones in this process is melatonin. Often called the “sleep hormone,” melatonin is also a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to play a role in suppressing tumor growth and enhancing the body’s immune response.
By prioritizing sleep, patients aren’t just resting; they are actively supporting their body’s internal systems in the fight against cancer. This is a crucial, often overlooked, part of a holistic treatment plan.
This isn’t just about feeling better in the morning; it’s about giving your body the tools it needs to heal. Make sleep a non-negotiable part of your recovery plan.

To the Cancer Warrior: Your Sleep Is a Healing Tool

Battling cancer is an exhausting fight, and the toll it takes on your body goes beyond what you can see. One of the quiet struggles is chronic inflammation, a side effect of treatment that can wear down your immune system.

But here’s a hopeful thought: your sleep is your ally.

Every night of good sleep gives your body a chance to actively reduce inflammation and fortify its defences. It’s a time of profound internal repair, and your immune system needs to function at its best.”

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