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ICWF June2016
ICWF June2016
◻ Symptom Management
◻ Weight management
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http://www.cancer.org/healthy/eathealthygetactive/getactive/fitting-in-fitness
Make the
Switch
•Take the stairs instead of the elevator
•Walk or bike to work
•Take a quick break and walk for 20
minutes, invite others!
•Skip the e-mail and visit
your co-worker instead
Obesity related to increased risk of
and reduced survival for:
Flexibility/Stretching
Aerobic/Cardio
Resistance Training
• Added Sugars
• Artificial sweeteners
• GI/GL/Insulin
Fish Wild caught At least twice per Wild salmon contains lower levels of
salmon as week; coincides with contaminants than farm-raised salmon and is
well as other AHA and WHO more environmentally sustainable. High-fat
high-fat fish. dietary guidelines. fish should be included in the diet because of
its EPA and DHA content, which are proposed
to prevent against chronic diseases.
Other Poultry, lean Consume in Dietary protein promotes satiety and helps
Sources of meat, eggs, moderation as part regulate blood sugars. Plant-based sources
Dietary legumes, of a balanced diet; of protein as well as lean meats contain less
tofu, beans, should make up 1/4 saturated fat and are higher in fiber, which
Protein
and nuts. of the balanced may be beneficial for the prevention of
plate. chronic diseases.
Food vs. Supplement
• Many beneficial compounds have shown positive
effects when they are consumed from food sources.
• Supplements may be harmful because they can
provide too-high doses and can interact with
treatment or other medications.
Guide to Evaluate
Supplements
• Safety First, Efficacy Second
• Communicating to patients that supplements are not
federally regulated for purity, safety or content
• Natural Medicine Database
• ConsumerLabs.com
• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s About
Herbs app
How to Build Your Healthy Eating
Plan
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