For breast cancer survivors, a healthy lifestyle may lower the risk of recurrence, improve survival, improve overall health, and improve quality of life. Making healthy choices can be physically and mentally rewarding, often encouraging yourself to constantly look for healthier choices in your everyday life. Staying healthy is important after breast cancer treatment. There are a few basic characteristics of a healthy life:

• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Eating a healthy diet
• Limiting alcohol
• Getting physical activity
• Not smoking
• Following your recommended cancer screening guidelines
• Protecting yourself from the dangers of sun exposure

Sources:

American Cancer Society, 2022. Can I Lower My Risk of Breast Cancer Progressing or Coming Back?

Susan G. Komen, 2023, Healthy Lifestyles for Breast Cancer Survivors.