Over the years, research has linked various lifestyle
choices to the risk of getting cancer. However, there are still several unknown
causes of the disease. The lifestyle factors that are linked to cancer risk are
easy to prevent with a few behavior modifications. The lifestyle factors that
are attributed to cancer risk include:- · Low level of physicals activity
- · High intake of fat in the diet especially saturated fat.
- ·Obesity or excessive weight gain, especially post-menopause
There are two important aspects to consider when addressing
cancer related issues. The first aspect is prevention through addressing
environmental factors and through the body’s defense system. The second aspect
is nutrition support during medical treatment.
However, one of the most common problems related to the
disease is feeding difficulties. Appetite change is the most common problem
that affects cancer management. Lack of appetite or anorexia, or even
depression, can affect ones eating habits.
Poor nutrition, however, causes a negative nitrogen balance
in the body, which causes a breakdown of body tissue and the body begins to
waste away. With diminished appetite and increased nutrient requirements,
weight loss can be drastic if dietary needs are not addressed early.
Nutrition therapy in cancer patients helps meet the body’s
increased metabolic demands and prevent the breaking down of body tissue as
much as possible. Aggressive and early nutrition intervention complements the
medical treatment of cancer
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