Taking advantage of the usual traffic in Panama City, Dr. Roberto García Castillo shares with us a small but valuable capsule of knowledge focused on the cutting edge of health. Within the framework of the prestigious Congress of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), three major discoveries have been put under the spotlight. These findings demonstrate with strong scientific evidence that the approach to cancer goes far beyond conventional therapies: integrative medicine and lifestyle changes are decisive.
The 3 Pillars of Lifestyle in Cancer Control
Modern oncology is no longer solely focused on attacking the tumor; Now he also focuses on modifying the body’s environment to make it a hostile place for disease. Here are the three milestones backed by global science:
1. Insulin control and GLP-1 blockers
One of the most commented discoveries is the relationship between certain GLP-1 blocking drugs (commonly known on the market as Ozempic) and the decrease in the progression of stage 4 disease (metastatic stage). A positive impact has been observed in patients with breast, colon and lung cancer.
- This is because these types of tools help control hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia.
- By regulating insulin and blood sugar levels, “fuel” is taken away from the growth and advancement of tumor cells.
2. Yoga as a reducer of adverse effects
The second scientific milestone highlights the impact of yoga as a complementary therapy of great value. Studies show that regular practice significantly reduces the adverse effects associated with systemic treatments (such as chemotherapy). This discipline improves the patient’s physical functionality and significantly relieves the symptoms of fatigue and pain.
3. Weight loss and response to treatment
Finally, scientific evidence confirms that weight loss and obesity control optimize the quality of the body’s response to different oncological schemes. A metabolically balanced body assimilates therapies better and has a much more favorable prognosis for recovery.
Evidence Points to Comprehensive Prevention
This integrative medicine or integrative oncology approach shows us that the patient has an active and powerful role in his or her own health. Maintaining constant physical activity, taking care of weight and performing practices that connect the mind and body are not only useful during treatment, but are the basis of the prevention of these diseases.
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