Lifestyle Edit

• Fact 10: Integrative oncology combines natural and conventional treatments.

Many cancer centers offer integrative therapies, like acupuncture and nutrition counseling, to complement chemotherapy or radiation. These therapies can improve quality of life and reduce treatment side effects.

• Fact 11: Diet plays a role in cancer recurrence prevention.

The American Institute for Cancer Research suggests that a plant-based diet may reduce the risk of recurrence for some cancer survivors.