3 Ways to Help Boost Breast Cancer Survival

SPECIAL REPORT Monday, December 22, 2014 Healthy Lifestyle May Boost Breast Cancer Survival SHARE IT:

Exercise, healthy eating, and good weight control may help improve survival of breast cancer patients, according to a large-scale review. Researchers analyzed 85 studies that included more than 164,000 women worldwide and found thatbreast cancer patient survival may be associated with the following: • Maintaining a healthy weight • Exercising regularly • Eating foods with fiber and soy • Reducing fat intake, particularly saturated fats However, the report from the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and the World Cancer Research Fund International's Continuous Update Project does say that currently available evidence is still not strong enough to make firm recommendations for breast cancer survivors. The findings do support AICR recommendations that all cancer survivors eat a plant-based diet, maintain a healthy weight, and get regular exercise. Learn more about the latest findings on breast cancer survival. Read the full article at EverydayHealth.com »