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Cancer Prevention

Several factors can increase the risk of cancer in an individual. About 50% of cancer cases can be prevented by adopting a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, eating healthy, and following a modest cancer prevention diet. Epidemiological studies have consistently shown that populations with vegetable and fruit-rich diets have reduced the incidence of cancer. On the other hand, populations who have a diet rich in animal fat, red meat, junk food, or high calories are predisposed to cancer.
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Lifestyle Factors and Health

Lifestyle factors play a critical role in maintaining overall health and preventing chronic diseases. Key elements, such as regular physical activity, a nutritious diet, and abstinence from smoking, can significantly enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being while reducing the risk of several life-threatening conditions.
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Cells and tissues must meticulously coordinate their activities for the normal functioning of the human body. Therefore, they exhibit socially responsible behavior - resting, growing, dividing, differentiating, or dying - for the organism’s benefit. Cancer arises when cells divide uncontrollably and invade other tissues or organs.
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Cancer, physical activity, and exercise.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Exercise Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Epidemiologic studies consistently show higher physical activity levels correlate with reduced cancer incidence.
  • The precise biological mechanisms linking physical activity to cancer risk reduction are not fully understood.
  • Physical activity is recognized as a beneficial intervention for managing cancer treatment side effects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize existing systematic and meta-analytic reviews on physical activity and cancer across the entire cancer continuum.
  • To identify current research gaps concerning physical activity's role in cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review and meta-analysis synthesis of published literature.
  • Examination of evidence across primary prevention, treatment, and survivorship phases of cancer.

Main Results:

  • Strong observational evidence supports an inverse relationship between physical activity and the risk of developing multiple cancer types.
  • Physical activity demonstrates benefits in mitigating treatment-related side effects such as fatigue and functional decline.
  • Benefits observed during cancer treatment appear similar to those experienced post-treatment.

Conclusions:

  • While evidence strongly suggests physical activity reduces cancer risk and aids treatment, causal pathways require further elucidation.
  • Research gaps remain regarding the safety of physical activity for all cancer survivor populations and the optimal exercise dosage for prevention and symptom management.