A groundbreaking study has revealed that building muscle strength and staying physically fit might slash the risk of death for cancer patients nearly in half.
The research highlights the potential of exercise as a survival-boosting tool for those battling the disease.
Published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the study analyzed data from almost 47,000 cancer patients across various stages and types.
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The research revealed that patients with better muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness were significantly less likely to die from any cause.
Their risk was reduced by 31–46% compared to those with weaker muscles and lower fitness levels.
For those with advanced-stage cancers or lung and digestive cancers, the risk of death dropped by up to 46%.
“These findings underscore the importance of a holistic lifestyle approach instead of focusing on a single factor to reduce cancer risk,” the researchers, led by Edith Cowan University, explained.
Could fitness and tech innovation revolutionize cancer care? It seems the answer might be yes.
