Pink October: physical activity is an ally in the fight against breast cancer

Doing physical activities is essential to people’s health. In addition to helping to lose weight and prevent obesity or help with physical problems, exercise also helps prevent diseases such as tumors such as breast cancer. A study from Charles University in the Czech Republic found that women who exercise more than three times a week can reduce their chance of getting sick by 38% to 41%. In addition, breast cancer accounts for 29.7% of cancer cases in the country.

The doctor Dr. Adriano Marcel explains the importance of exercise in preventing breast cancer and cites examples of some physical activities.

When a person keeps moving, it reduces levels of insulin and growth factors in the blood, which contribute to the production of malignant cells in the body. In addition to fighting obesity and a sedentary lifestyle, which increases the chances of developing breast cancer. Examples of accompanying exercises include aerobic activities and muscle-strengthening exercises.”

Not only women who have not had breast cancer need to exercise, but women who have already been diagnosed with the disease. In this case, exercise can improve patients’ health, said Dr. Hadrian. However, these cases require specific follow-up and activities that depend on the person’s tumor.

He concluded, “Physical activity is very important for a person diagnosed with breast cancer. However, they should always be accompanied by a doctor. Today, exercise is not an option, but part of the treatment.”