{"id":1572,"date":"2023-03-01T22:00:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-02T03:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/blogue\/the-importance-of-healthy-and-adapted-eating-after-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis-2\/"},"modified":"2024-06-11T08:27:45","modified_gmt":"2024-06-11T12:27:45","slug":"the-importance-of-healthy-and-adapted-eating-after-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/en\/blog\/the-importance-of-healthy-and-adapted-eating-after-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The importance of healthy and appropriate eating after a breast cancer diagnosis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-6-1024x859-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24802 size-full\"><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The benefits of a healthy diet for maintaining health and preventing cancer are well established. But what does it mean to eat well after a breast cancer diagnosis? And why is it important?   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129447221 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129447221 BCX0\">What is a healthy and appropriate diet?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW129447221 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">Healthy eating means <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">consuming a variety of foods <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">daily<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> and prioritizing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> frequen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">cy<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> and quantit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">y of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">those<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> with <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">high nutritional value<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">. The more elements such as proteins, fibres, vitamins and minerals<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">a food contains<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">, the higher its nutritional value and therefore its <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">benefits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">On the contrary<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">, the more added sugars, trans <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\"> saturated fats, and salt a product contains, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">the less desirable it is nutritionally<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">. In the case of breast cancer, eating the right foods can help maintain a nutritional intake that covers your needs despite the changes brought on by the disease<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258709301 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW258709301 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW208478331 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW208478331 BCX0\">Eating well to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW208478331 BCX0\">ease<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW208478331 BCX0\"> side effects, and vice-versa\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW208478331 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW139432271 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\">Some obstacles to adopting a healthy diet after diagnosis may be <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\">caused by <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\">certain side effects of treatment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\">, such as fatigue and loss of appetite, which may need to be overcome in order to begin to incorporate a beneficial routine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6606111 BCX0\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW6606111 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215480938 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215480938 BCX0\">Preventing and fighting fatigue<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW215480938 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p>Fatigue is one of the most frequent side effects of breast cancer and its treatment. This is not the usual tiredness that can be easily managed with a little rest, but rather a persistent exhaustion that impacts the quality of life. Poor nutrition can exacerbate feelings of fatigue, but eating well can help provide your body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly. Furthermore, it has been shown that healthy eating, combined with appropriate physical activity, can effectively counteract fatigue while improving sleep quality. <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251571263 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251571263 BCX0\">Relieving digestive symptoms\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW251571263 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p>Nutrition is proving to be an important ally in relieving the side effects of chemotherapy, particularly those affecting the digestive system and appetite. Dietary management has been shown to be effective in managing nausea, acid reflux, diarrhea, and constipation, among others.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236094966 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236094966 BCX0\">Preventing breast cancer complications\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW236094966 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\">Once your healthy eating routine is established, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\">many other benefits<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\">for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\"> dealing with the complications of the disease may emerge<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58418975 BCX0\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW58418975 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW159311207 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW159311207 BCX0\">Preventing and fighting osteoporosis<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW159311207 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">Osteoporosis, another common side effect of breast cancer treatment, causes <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">bones to degrade<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">, become weaker and more \u201cporous<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">\u201d <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">thus<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\"> increas<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">ing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99977978 BCX0\">the risk of fracture. Adjusting the diet and supplementing adequately (especially calcium and vitamin D) is an integral part of the strategies that help maintain bone health and reduce the risk of fractures during and after treatments.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW99977978 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:709,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW182983525 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182983525 BCX0\">Promoting immunity\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW182983525 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">Breast cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, can <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">weaken the immune system<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">. Once again, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">embracing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\"> an appropriate diet and taking certain precautions can <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">boost immune function<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">s<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\"> and prevent the consequences of a weakened immune system, such as the risk of infections and complications<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229922935 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW229922935 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:709,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW137308254 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW161071791 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161071791 BCX0\">Preventing changes in body composition<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW161071791 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span> <\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">Breast cancer and treatment <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">cause <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">disruptions<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\"> in metabolism, digestion, appetite, and eating behavior. These changes can lead to variations in body composition. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">Appropriate<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">diet<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\"> and <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">physical activity<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\"> can help prevent and\/or limit these changes in order to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251488861 BCX0\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW251488861 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:709,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ol>&#13;\n \t<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"52\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">Maintain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">ing<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">your <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">muscle mass and prevent<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\"> undernourishment<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\"> (<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">the latter <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">characterized by significant and unintentional weight loss, especially loss of muscle mass<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">) is important<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">. This condition can make you more fragile, reduce your autonomy, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">heighten<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\"> the risk of complications and hinder the proper course of treatment<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236118066 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW236118066 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ol><\/li><\/ol>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:708,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>&#13;\n&#13;\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. <span class=\"EOP SCXW197497403 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW197497403 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">Limit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\"> changes in body fat and overweight<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">:<\/span> <\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">w<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">eight gain is common in people being treated for breast cancer. It is often caused by a number of factors and can happen in spite of yourself<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW197497403 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW197497403 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW113685039 BCX0\"><span class=\"SCXW113685039 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><br class=\"SCXW113685039 BCX0\"\/><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">More<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\"> studies are showing that diet, physical activity, alcohol consumption and variations in body composition all play a role in the quality of life, but also in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">cancer <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">prognosis<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">risk of recurrence,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">occurrence <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">a <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">second cancer<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211256899 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW211256899 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW18324546 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW18324546 BCX0\">Emotional well-being<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW18324546 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">While food plays an important role in physical health, we should not forget its essential role in maintaining good mental and emotional health! Indeed, we all have an intimate relationship with food and there is a close link between emotions and appetite. So, eating well after a diagnosis of breast cancer is also, and above all, about maintaining the pleasure of eating, but additionally about making time to take care of yourself by enjoying a good meal and the fun of cooking.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129327023 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129327023 BCX0\">Available resources\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW129327023 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">With so much information out there, it is normal to feel overwhelmed and unsure about where to start. We have gathered some resources that can help you as soon as you receive your diagnosis:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">The<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW125265106 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/en\/support-me\/my-active-health\/my-active-health-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW125265106 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">My Active Health<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\"> program,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">one of our free services, will guide you in incorporating healthy lifestyle habits into your daily life<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">Join the<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW125265106 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/MaSanteActive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"FieldRange SCXW125265106 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW125265106 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Ma <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Sant\u00e9<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> Active<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">private Facebook group<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\"> to keep up to date with our latest news! New features are added and improvements are made on a regular basis in order to meet the needs of our community<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125265106 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW125265106 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">Your <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">healthcare <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">team: Members of your healthcare team can refer you to a nutritionist for personalized advice. In addition, you should always consult a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">professional <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">before taking supplements, starting a specific diet, or if you are unsure about your nutrition<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143353781 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW143353781 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0<\/li><li><ul>&#13;\n \t<li><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW24589363 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/guide-alimentaire.canada.ca\/fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"FieldRange SCXW24589363 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW24589363 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24589363 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Canada\u2019s Food Guide<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW24589363 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24589363 BCX0\">is also a good resource to help you adopt a healthy diet<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24589363 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW24589363 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>&#13;\n<\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW92580387 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92580387 BCX0\">It<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92580387 BCX0\">\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92580387 BCX0\"> never too late to start adopting healthy habits, one step at a time. Remember that small changes can make big differences<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92580387 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW92580387 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:709,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW142070977 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-CA\" xml_lang=\"FR-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142070977 BCX0\">Sources:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW142070977 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-CA\" xml_lang=\"FR-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142070977 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW142070977 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW122330113 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30945949\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW122330113 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122330113 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">The Effect of Dietary Intervention Along <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122330113 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">With<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122330113 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> Nutritional Education on Reducing the Gastrointestinal Side Effects Caused by Chemotherapy Among Women With Breast Cancer<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW122330113 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122330113 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW122330113 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW183604817 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/ascopubs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1200\/jco.19.00435\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW183604817 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW183604817 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Dietary Modification and Breast Cancer Mortality: Long-Term Follow-Up of the Women\u2019s Health Initiative Randomized Trial<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW183604817 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW183604817 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW183604817 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><p aria-level=\"1\"><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW229969836 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.3322\/caac.21142\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW229969836 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229969836 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for Cancer Survivors<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXW229969836 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The benefits of a healthy diet for maintaining health and preventing cancer are well established. But what does it mean to eat well after a breast cancer diagnosis? 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