Seattle has been shrouded in dark gray clouds for weeks now. It’s the kind of dreariness that goes on and on, to the point where most of us forget where we put our sunglasses then rush out on days like this to buy another pair.
Thankfully, I knew where mine were. This was good because today…amazingly…I actually needed them.
It would have been easier to stay home and be lazy, but getting out in the fresh air is good for body and soul, so off we went.
First, with our oldest child, youngest child, and puppy in tow, we stopped at the nearby National Cemetery to “visit” my dad. That’s never easy, and usually hits me pretty hard later in the day, like it is now (it’s 11 p.m. on Sunday as I write this).
Anyway……..
We then thought it would be a good day to take the two youngins (that would be the six-year-old and the puppy) to a park after dropping off the oldest at home. Parks are like chairs…have you ever noticed that? As in too hard, too soft, just right? In our case, it was: too small with no parking, too big with way too many people, and — finally — just right.
We ended up going to a park that’s been a favorite of our kids since our teens were small (never mind that our oldest “teen” is now 20…), and it was really nice being there again today. Bethany made friends on the playground, but wouldn’t you know it — Rocky made more, of the human and canine varieties. (To respect the privacy of others, I didn’t take pictures of any new friends.)
Here’s B, posing on the slide. What is it with kids? All you have to say is “smile” and here come the silly poses. Love it.
My husband, Lonnie, with his new baby. I really must tell you the story of how Rocky came to be in our family, and I promise I will do just that…soon. I had nothing to do with it, I swear! And that’s unusual, because if a new animal arrives in our family, it’s usually my doing.
Our fluffball. One of Rocky’s new friends, a three-year-old named Evan, exclaimed, “He has no eyes!” but ran off without waiting to hear my reply. I tried to tell him that Rocky did have eyes, they were just hiding, but someone must have yelled, “SQUIRREL!” because Evan was already zipping off in another direction.
And now…it’s me, incognito. Wearing my short wig, hiding behind my sunglasses and an extremely fluffy dog. I can’t wait until my hair is ready for it’s public debut so I can show it off (it’s about 1-1/2″ long, but still a little scruffy looking).
This week, I’m heading to a few different appointments…one with the plastic surgeon, one with the radiation oncologist, and one for my Herceptin infusion. I’d like to say I’m feeling empowered by checking off all of these milestones, etc., but the truth is that I’m feeling emotionally raw. I’m cranky, I’m moody, I cry a lot, I don’t want to see people (unless I know them very well), and I just want this to all be over with. I’m scared about the future. But that’s today. Tomorrow I could feel really great and optimistic. I sincerely hope that tomorrow I feel really great and optimistic.
The emotions, I guess, are as much a part of the getting-through-cancer process as anything else. Being what they are, they need to be experienced, and not shoved down and denied, but sometimes a good escape from them is even better. Today at the park was a good day…a good escape day. I learned a lesson: to get out more. To go have fun…to breathe fresh air…to get away from the same old surroundings.
If you’re fighting the same battle (or a battle of another kind), I hope you’ll do the same. Get out. Have fun. Enjoy the sunshine. I believe in the mind-body connection…as the mind thinks, the body responds — it’s proven. More on that in another post.
Have a great Monday!
In part one of this article, I told you about the side effects I experienced during my first round of chemo, which involved bi-weekly doses of AC (Adriamycin and Cytoxan). I received four doses, total, which would have taken just two months but for me ended up being two and a half. I had to be hospitalized because of an extremely low white blood cell count caused by one of the doses, so my oncologist pushed my next one to the following week.
If you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer and are facing this regimen, please don’t let my experience scare you. From what I understand, the reaction I had was rare and not expected. My medical team watched me like a hawk once I reported my fever and sore throat (which was severe…but I’m pretty sure that was rare, too). Once my fever reached a certain point, they admitted me to the hospital. I’m so grateful for the high level of care I’ve received every step of the way.
The second round of chemo that I was put on started two weeks after my last dose of AC. The new “cocktail” was Taxol and Herceptin. Only the Taxol is technically chemo, not the Herceptin. For each dose, my nurse would dress up in a protective garb (paper gown, mask, gloves) in order not to be burned by the Taxol (a.k.a. paclitaxel). It was quite a change this past Monday when she was administering my Herceptin to me (still an infusion) but didn’t have to put on the paper gown, etc.
Because I’d received the Taxol and Herceptin on the same day, one right after the other, it’s hard to say which side effects were caused by which med, so I’ll just list what I experienced:
A little more hair loss. Not so much on my head (I never did go “shiny” bald, but always had fuzz…kind of Smeagol from Lord of the Rings…seriously), but this is when my eyebrows thinned way out and I lost most of my eyelashes. Not a morning has gone by that I haven’t been grateful for makeup!
Discoloration of my fingernails and toenails. This didn’t happen right away. I actually don’t remember when it started…maybe halfway through. The bummer is that it’s still happening. My oncologist says this actually started with the AC, but I dunno. All I know is that the damage to my nails is still going on. After the discoloration started, the pain began. My fingertips and toes under the nails became tender and hitting them against anything has been a very painful thing to experience. The tenderness in my toes is getting better, but for weeks I lived in a very comfy pair of Bear Paw boots given to me by some wonderful people.
One thing my doctor’s assistant told me was that some people lose their fingernails. It looks like I may be headed in that direction. Even though I’m done with the AC and the Taxol, the damage to my nails has occurred and it looks like I may lose at least a couple. My middle fingernails are the worst. I won’t describe them and I won’t take pictures…not today, anyway. (You’re welcome.)
Tingling in my fingers and toes. This side effect wasn’t very bad for me at all. For other women it can be much worse, even to the point of extreme pain in their hands and feet. I have to wonder if this occurs in higher doses, such as what’s given to women who receive Taxol biweekly rather than weekly. I opted for the weekly doses because the risk of side effects was lower, even though it meant having to travel to Seattle more often.
Muscle aches and fatigue. The muscle aches weren’t too bad while on Taxol. Now that I’m off of that and only on Herceptin, I feel like I’m 80 years old because of how stiff my joints feel — especially my hips. I’ve been aching all over. As far as the fatigue goes, it’s been my constant companion since beginning chemo. And lately I’ve had the energy of a slug (on the bright side, I’ve had plenty of time to get caught up on my reading).
Chemo brain. Much more than just being “forgetful.” When you forget something, you might feel that the thing you’re trying to remember is “right there,” or “right on the tip of your tongue.” With chemo brain, it’s different. The information you’re looking for is just gone, baby. Lonnnng gone. Like looking at a blank computer screen.
Heart palpitations. These can be scary. My heart’s in good condition, according to a couple of EKGs and MUGA (heart function) scans, but the palpitations were worrisome. My doctor thought they were caused by my port’s catheter “tickling” the area of my heart where it entered into it from the vein, and he may be right, but I noticed the palpitations would worsen right after each dose of chemo. Who knows.
Loss of taste. I think this was probably the worst. Well, up until now, considering how my fingernails look. The Taxol really affected my taste buds. It’s different for every woman. When this happens, some only want salty foods. For me, I couldn’t taste much salt at all, so I opted for more sweet things, which I could taste. And let me tell you, as someone who’s been a health and fitness blogger, that was frustrating. I had once been someone who couldn’t stand the taste of things that were overly sweet, but had become someone who couldn’t eat anything else without wanting to spit it out.
I could eat some savory meals, as long as they were seasoned properly. Sometimes I just had to add salt, but then too much salt tasted gross. I discovered from a cancer cookbook that adding lemon juice to soups, etc., could improve the flavor much better than additional salt would. If you’re in the same boat as me, give it a try.
Some things just also had a really weird aftertaste. This was usually made better by chewing gum or drinking juice (or whatever was near at hand). Water tasted disgusting — it had that same bad aftertaste. BUT, we cancer patients have to drink a lot of water, so what a catch-22 that was. My solution: Make a pitcher of herbal tea, sweeten it with a little honey or agave nectar, and drink that as you would your water. Be sure to switch between various flavors.
I’ve also been thrown into early menopause because of the toxic effects the chemo had on my ovaries (not sure if it was the AC or the Taxol that did it — maybe both). I honestly don’t mind it. We’ve had our kids and at this stage of our lives certainly weren’t planning on more. Also, I had monster migraines (with sharp teeth and claws) that would always coincide with “that time of the month,” and they are now completely GONE. That’s definitely a blessing in disguise. The worst part of early menopause has been the hot flashes, but for some reason, I haven’t been noticing them as much lately. My oncologist prescribed a low dose of Effexor to help with the hot flashes, but just one made me so dopey that I never took another. I’d rather fan myself or stand outside in 20 degree weather in just my skivvies than be doped up like that again. But maybe you’ll handle it better. Everyone’s different!
Last, but not least, I am also experiencing some serious hip and joint stiffness caused by the Herceptin. While not chemo, it’s still something causing side effects for me, so I’m listing it here. I can’t sit for longer than five or 10 minutes without feeling like I’m 80 and arthritic when I stand up. It’s not very painful, just makes it hard to walk. Kind of like the tin man when he needed his oil!
(Doesn’t he look like he’s just been goosed in this picture?!)
So there you have it…my side effects as I remember them. If you don’t have cancer, you may have found these two posts extremely boring, and that’s okay. But if you’re a fellow breast cancer survivor-to-be, like I am, I hope this helped you to at least know you’re not alone. The good news is that, while I may have made some of these side effects sound completely horrible, you’ll get through them. They WILL go away. And, needless to say, you may not get all of the side effects I did. I hope your experience is smooth sailing, but if it isn’t, send me a note and vent — even if you’re finding this years after I wrote it.
We’re a sisterhood and are here for each other. Always.
Monday, 1/2/12: Today I thought I would blog my way through my day at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA), just using my phone. (But…being somewhat of a perfectionist, I had to “fix” it, which is why you’re just now getting to read it.)
We’re on our way there right now. I have to be at the lab at noon, and it’s 11:55. We’re still 20 minutes away. I really wanted to get a latte on the way, but alas…it won’t be happening today.
This is me.
Lonnie’s driving. Handsome guy.
I decided to be comfy today. I’ve brought my white fluffy blanket and am wearing my black Bear Paw slipper boots. The neuropathy has been so bad in my toes (causing a tingly, prickly, painful feeling) that the slippers are a nice change from regular shoes.
I always have to start at the lab as there are certain levels they look for in my blood to ensure that I’m a good candidate for chemo on that particular day. They check my creatinine (for kidney function) and my white and red blood cells, among other things.
The lab waiting room is absolutely empty when we get there. It’s NEVER like this. We’re told they saw around 100 people between 8:00 and 10:00 am…glad we missed that!
In the lab, my port is “accessed.” The lab tech gives me a shot of Lidocaine right next to my port (or maybe right on it — I never look!), inserts a “butterfly” needle with attached tubing, then cleans out my port and the catheter in my vein with saline and heparin (a blood thinner).
(Learn all about chemotherapy ports and how they work by clicking here.)
She then takes two vials of blood to send down the hall to the lab and leaves the port accessed, which means the butterfly needle is still attached along with the short amount of tubing. The port and needle are covered with a clear bandage and the tubing is taped up to it. Sorry, no picture — didn’t even think of it! For those of you who are squeamish, you’re welcome.
After the lab, we stop at the new coffee station set up in the lobby. Lonnie gets coffee, I get hot chocolate. Here’s a tip: If you’re making hot chocolate and only have hot water to mix with it, add in some half and half or creamer. So good! Well, better, anyway.
On the 5th floor, where the infusions are done (chemo, that is), it’s just as empty, with the exception of a few lost souls. With so few around, the recliners were available and we grab two. Here’s our view.
Apparently all the people who made such a rush on the lab are now having their infusions, so all the rooms are full. I don’t have to wait long, though, and actually get a room with a bed. It even has a memory foam mattress! We really need to get one of those for home. (The mattress, that is, not a hospital bed!)
As the nurse waits for my lab results, she gets me set up on the IV. When the results are in she orders the meds from the pharmacy. (Am I sounding like a PBS documentary yet?) When they’re on their way, I’m given a steroid (Dexamethisone, or something like that), an anti-nausea (Zofran), and an antihistamine (Benedryl).
Usually right after getting settled in the room, Lonnie goes to the little kitchen on the floor and makes me some organic mac n’ cheese (it’s a microwave dinner, but it has real cheese in it!), and gets me an organic chocolate milk and lemon bar from the fridge. Pretty sure the lemon bars are delivered fresh every day. They’re so good. And yes, I’ll admit, I do have them every week. I only have three more of these to go, so I figure I’m going to milk it. 
Anyway, here I am getting ready for my “Benedryl nap” (it usually knocks me out, at least for a little while):
After the Benedryl I’m given Herceptin, followed by Taxol. There’s no real reason for the Taxol to follow the Herceptin — that’s just always the order in which the pharmacy sends them. When they’re done dripping, my port’s line is flushed once again with heparin and saline, and I’m booted out. (Well, they do put it a little nicer than that.)
Now you know at least a little bit of what it’s like at SCCA. I sure hope you never have to see it for yourself, at least as a patient. Thanks for following me around!
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Sally Dinius is writer-in-chief here at CrazyBusyMama.com, a blog created to inspire and motivate busy mamas everywhere to feel healthy, fit, and in control of their lives. Follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/sallydinius, and come join the CrazyBusy Mama Facebook page by clicking here. And don’t forget to check out the new CrazyBusy Mama Quick Guides available for your Kindle or Kindle app!
 Image courtesy of the American Cancer Society. in some way. Perhaps you have, too — whether you’ve received the diagnosis yourself, know someone who has, or have even lost someone to it. I haven’t lost anyone to breast cancer, thankfully, but I do have a few friends who are breast cancer survivors (including one who conquered it twice). They are inspiring women, and I’m truly in awe of the strength each one displayed during her ordeal. Even my grandmother, who passed away last year from stroke complications, survived breast cancer almost 20 years ago.
Breast cancer is something we women should always be on the lookout for. Not to the point where the fear of it rules our lives, but in order to show fear that we are in charge of our own health. There are so many resources available regarding how to do breast self-exams, what to ask the doctor, when to call the doctor, and what kind of info we need to be up-to-date on.
Because there’s such a glut of information on the ‘net, I’ve cut through it and found a handful of sites that should be helpful to you. Read through them, get wise, and be brave. Knowledge is power, ladies! 
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month — Official Site
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
American Cancer Society – Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
WebMD – How to Perform a Breast Self-Exam
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Sally Dinius is writer-in-chief here at CrazyBusyMama.com, a blog created to inspire and motivate busy mamas everywhere to feel healthy, fit, and in control of their lives. Follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/sdinius, and come join the CrazyBusy Mama Facebook page by clicking here.
 In 1980, Nancy Goodman Brinker watched her sister, Susan Goodman Komen, suffer and lose her battle with breast cancer. In those days, there wasn’t much research being done regarding that particular type of cancer, and it was barely talked about above a whisper simply because it began with the word “breast.”
Much has happened since then to give breast cancer the national, and now world-wide, attention necessary to find a cure, and it all began as the Komen Foundation, which Nancy began in her living room in 1982 (it is now known as Komen for the Cure). Nancy had promised her sister, as Susan lay dying, that she would do whatever she could to make sure other women didn’t have to suffer from such a hideous disease. She kept that promise.
This week, Nancy was notified that she was nominated to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom — the highest award that can be given to a civilian. An untold number of lives have been saved thanks to Nancy’s promise to Susan, and I’m sure we all agree that this medal is long overdue. Congratulations, Nancy!
Read the full story here: White House to Award Nation’s Highest Civilian Honor to Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Founder Nancy G. Brinker
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As I sit here icing my shins and left knee, I’m mulling over the decision I’ve made to run in next year’s Race for the Cure in Seattle. So often, when I think of something like this to do — a noble idea, to be sure — I’ll dismiss it with a figurative wave of my hand. “It’s a wonderful thing…for those who can do it.”
But this…so far…is different. Cancer has touched me personally, and I want to do whatever I can to beat the monster back. You see, my husband has cancer. It’s not breast cancer (though men have been known to get it), which is what the money raised by Race for the Cure goes to finding a cure for. Lonnie has multiple myeloma, a blood cancer that begins in the marrow (it’s a cancer of the plasma cells, to be more exact). You can learn more about it here. To learn a little more about when he was diagnosed, etc., see my about page. Eventually, I would like to run a race through the MMRF, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, if one ever comes to Seattle.
As far as breast cancer goes, my grandmother had it (she’s passed away now, but was actually a breast cancer survivor), two friends currently have it, and a couple more friends are in remission.
Cancer frustrates me. No…it infuriates me. It could make me feel helpless if I let it. But I can do something about it by taking part in the Race for the Cure, and so can you. Start training now if you aren’t a runner (which is why I started today), and take part in a few other races between now and when the Race will be in your area.
Even now, as my knee, shins, and ankles ache, it’s a good ache. I feel like I just kicked cancer in the face a little, just by starting this.
Look into the Race for the Cure and start making plans today. If you can’t run, walk. If you can’t walk, pledge. Do something!
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 My daughter (my exercise buddy) and I like to work out with videos. We find it keeps us motivated to do an entire workout if we’ve got someone telling us what to do. Knowing it will be over after a set amount of time also helps.
Something else that keeps me working out each day is simply knowing how beneficial exercise really is. One benefit is that it helps you to look better. Case in point: I was interested in quickly losing a few inches around my midsection (contrary to popular belief, the “muffin top” look is not attractive — I know this first hand) and my thighs. I also wanted to shape up my arms, which were definitely in need of…something.
My arms are now becoming more toned, and the inches are melting away. Even more amazing, I can finally see some definition in my abs. Let’s go through the list of benefits together and see if we can’t get you inspired to begin exercising, too:
1. YOU’LL LOSE WEIGHT
For most women, this is the number one reason for beginning a workout routine. What you may not know is that if you don’t break a sweat, you probably won’t lose the weight. “Slow and steady wins the race,” but it doesn’t take off the pounds. You’ve got to get your heart rate up if you want to burn calories and melt away the fat. Walking at a good speed around your neighborhood is a good place to start, then build up to running if that’s possible for you (always check with your doctor before starting a strenuous workout routine). I recommend Billy Blanks’ Tae Bo: Fat Blasting Cardio & Total Body Fat Blaster as a good workout to follow if you want to get fit and trim in a hurry.
2. YOU CAN ACHIEVE TOTAL BODY OR SPOT TONING
If you want to change the shape of your body, you need to work out. Period. Dieting may help you lose some of the weight, but the flabby areas will still be flabby when the weight is gone. The good news is that muscles respond fairly quickly to exercise, and it’s possible to see exciting results within days. The areas most women want to see toned on their bodies are the arms, abs, glutes, and thighs. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I recommend Tae Bo, but if you’re looking for something on the more mellow side, try Pilates .
Again, try to work in some cardio if you’re wanting to tone up. Belly fat and cellulite will be banished much faster if you are moving faster. You can work your abs as much as you want, but if you’re not burning off the fat, no one will see the evidence of your hard work.
3. YOU’LL SLEEP BETTER
You’ll fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly if you’re working your body. Don’t exercise too close to bedtime, though, or the adrenaline produced during your workout might actually keep you awake. I tend to work out later at night, sometimes around 9 or 10, but I’m a night owl, anyway. It’s also when I get the TV.
4. YOU’LL LOOK PURDY
It goes without saying that we look better when we’re toned and trim. That’s what we’re shooting for, after all (besides becoming healthier): to tone our muscles and lose weight. Plus, if you focus on exercises that strengthen your core muscles, you’ll find your posture improving. And if you’ve ever done any people watching, you know that people with good posture come across as more attractive, confident, powerful, and approachable.
5. YOU’LL EAT HEALTHIER
When you begin doing one good thing for your body, you’ll find yourself thinking twice about your other bad habits. Since I started working out, I find I just don’t want the cheesy crackers, donuts, cookies, lunch meats and other no-no’s like I once did. I’m reaching for — and actually wanting — healthy foods like veggies and fruits, whole-grain breads, low-fat cheeses, and the like. I’m also drinking more water.
6. YOU’LL HAVE A STRONGER HEART AND LUNGS
According to the National Institutes for Health, “physical inactivity is a major risk factor for heart disease that you have control over.” Like any muscle, the heart gets weaker when it’s underused and stronger with increased activity. The stronger your heart becomes, the less winded you will feel when climbing a flight of stairs, lifting a heavy package, etc. This is because the heart won’t have to beat as fast during times of exertion. After exertion, the “fit” heart will return to its resting rate much more quickly than the heart of someone who is out of shape.
And with all the deep breathing and increased oxygen intake that goes along with working out, your lungs will become stronger, too.
7. YOU’LL BE ZINGING WITH INCREASED ENERGY
Strange as it sounds, working your body can increase your energy levels over time. People who are inactive and out of shape have weaker bodies than people who stay fit and active. Being in shape — having a stronger body — will give you that extra spark to keep going through each day.
8. YOU’LL FIND YOU HAVE A BRIGHTER OUTLOOK and FEWER STRESS-RELATED SYMPTOMS
I’ve been feeling very stressed out lately, and am finding myself trying to juggle not only my daily responsibilities but also a hefty level of anxiety. Depression, anxiety’s close friend, has been hanging around, too. These two pals were almost unbearable a couple of evenings ago. In the past, I would’ve been tempted to down a couple of teaspoons of Children’s Benedryl to knock myself out for the night. This time, however, I tossed on my exercise clothes, grabbed my dumbbells, and headed for the family room for a good workout. Was the stress gone? No. Anxiety? No. The levels were down, though, and compared to how helpless I’ve been feeling lately, I felt like I’d actually accomplished something. I did feel better (and I slept good, too, after that workout — no Benedryl required).
Researchers have found that at least 30 minutes of exercise can produce the same benefits in a depressed person as taking medication would. But without the drugged, hangover feeling.
Exercise improves our moods by causing the brain to release certain chemicals. These are:
Endorphins. A neurotransmitter that reduces pain and gives you a feeling of well-being. People have even been known to experience feelings of euphoria from endorphins released during exercise.
Serotonin. Another neurotransmitter, it helps to relay information between brain cells. If serotonin levels are low, not only can your mood be adversely affected, but also appetite, memory, how you interract socially, and your ability to learn new things.
Dopamine. A neurotransmitter that is formed from the amino acid tyrosine, dopamine controls the way we experience pleasure and pain. It also has an effect on perception, movement, and emotion, and is necessary to keep the central nervous system working as it should. Imbalances of dopamine and serotonin have been found in people with schizophrenia and bipolar-related psychoses.
Adrenaline. You’ve most likely heard the term “fight or flight” in connection with the hormone adrenaline. When adrenaline is produced by the adrenal gland in our bodies, our heart rates go up, our blood vessels dilate to allow the passage of greater quantities of blood throughout our bodies, and our air passages also dilate to allow the intake of more oxygen. It’s easy to see why adrenaline is needed during a workout: When the heart is able to pump more oxygen-carrying blood to our muscles, we experience periods of greater physical endurance and ability.
9. YOU’LL GET A BOOST IN YOUR METABOLISM
Many of us talk about wanting to speed up our metabolism, but we don’t fully understand what it is. In a nutshell, it’s the body’s process of combining nutrients with oxygen, which provides energy that keeps our bodies functioning. This energy is measured in “calories.”
Normally, our bodies take glucose and turn it into energy. When the glucose runs out, the metabolism process turns to the fat stored in our bodies and turns that into energy. However, if we have too much glucose in our bodies (from overeating — and eating the wrong things, at that), the stored fat is never utilized, and the glucose is turned into even more fat. The metabolism process, then, slows down as the pounds are packed on.
If you want to boost your metabolism, eat the right things (never starve yourself) and go for the cardio workouts, which keep your metabolic rate high for several hours. Weight training is also necessary if you want a higher metabolism: The more muscle mass you have, the more calories you’ll burn — even at rest.
10. YOU’LL LOWER YOUR RISK OF DEVELOPING CERTAIN CANCERS
Recent studies have shown that vigorous exercise actually reduces the risk of getting certain cancers: ovarian, colorectal, and breast cancers, to be specific. The researchers aren’t sure why that is, but I have a feeling it has something to do with more oxygen being delivered throughout the body during exercise. Cancer thrives in an “anerobic” (oxygen-less) environment, so this may be one reason why exercise “does a body good.” Another possible reason is that obese people have a higher cancer risk than thinner people. Eating more fruits and veggies also plays a part.
For those already diagnosed with cancer, like my husband (multiple myeloma), exercise can also be highly beneficial in combatting the disease. Lonnie’s oncologist suggested he walk as often as he can, for starters.
View the American Cancer Society’s page on Food and Fitness for more information.
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