AOCPMR 2022 Mid-Year Meeting-Breast Cancer: An Innovative Integrative Approach

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Dr. Amber Orman, a radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist, discussed strategies for breast cancer prevention and management, focusing on nutrition and lifestyle changes. Emphasizing the power of a plant-predominant diet, Dr. Orman highlighted studies showing significant reductions in cancer incidence and recurrence when patients maintain such diets. She encouraged the intake of fiber-rich foods, carotenoids, and phytoestrogens, like soy, for their cancer-preventive properties.<br /><br />Exercise was also emphasized, with evidence suggesting it can reduce breast cancer mortality by 30-40%. Dr. Orman pointed out the crucial role of stress management, quality sleep, and supportive relationships in overall health and cancer prevention. Her patient case study demonstrated how lifestyle changes led to improved health outcomes, including weight loss and medication elimination.<br /><br />Dr. Orman advised an 80% plant-based diet for prevention, recommending dark leafy greens, berries, beans, and nuts, while stressing physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress reduction, and limited alcohol intake. She concluded by promoting community and emotional support, emphasizing the transformative power of lifestyle changes in enhancing health and reducing cancer risks.

Keywords

breast cancer prevention

lifestyle medicine

plant-predominant diet

cancer incidence reduction

exercise benefits

stress management

nutrition

phytoestrogens

emotional support