Doctors Stunned to See Strict Exercise Regimen Is as Good as Medicine for Colon Cancer

Doctors stunned to see strict exercise regimen is as good as medicine for colon cancer

In the study, many participants simply completed three to four brisk 45- to 60-minute walks per week.Nastasic/Getty ImagesExercise really is as good as a drug, a groundbreaking new study found.In a global trial, workouts did better than pricey chemotherapy to prevent colon cancer recurrence.Oncologists gathered at the biggest annual cancer meeting in June gave the news a standing ovation.Scientists and doctors love to joke that exercise is a pre…

Colorectal cancer tied to long-term sexual health risks in women

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'We were astounded': Exercise found to reduce cancer risk in Kingston-led trial

A groundbreaking clinical trial, the first of its kind in the world, led by researchers at Queen’s University and Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) has demonstrated a remarkable connection between exercise and colon cancer survival rates.

Exercise Improves Colon Cancer Survival, Major Study Shows – altnews.org

Involving 889 patients, this study showed that a structured three-year exercise regimen led to notable improvements in colon cancer outcomes.

Exercise Improves Colon Cancer Survival, Major Study Shows - Dr. Rath Health Foundation

News An exercise program for colon cancer patients can cut the risk of dying by a third, a major international trial shows. [Source: bbc.co.uk] [Image source: Adobe Stock] Comment Involving 889 patients, this study showed that a structured three-year exercise regimen led to notable improvements in colon cancer outcomes. The program encouraged participants to engage in at least double the amount of exercis…