Whether you are at risk, recently diagnosed, living with cancer, or have completed your cancer treatment, a healthy diet is an important part of your breast or ovarian cancer journey. Eating well can be extremely beneficial in reducing your risk, maintaining a healthy weight, and facing side effects of treatment. It is important to try to maintain healthy nutrition habits both before, during and after treatment.

“Sharsheret in the Kitchen” provides opportunities for all of us at risk for ovarian and breast cancer to feel empowered to make healthier diet choices. Click here for more information about past “Sharsheret in the Kitchen” webinars, healthy recipes, and our nutrition coaching pilot (currently only available in Los Angeles, CA).

Don’t know where to start? Ask Ina your free, virtual personal nutrition assistant.

Click here for an assortment of healthy recipes you can enjoy.

Nutrition Videos & Blogs  Additional Resources BMI Calculator

Sharsheret is a national not for profit cancer support and education organization and does not provide any medical advice or perform any medical procedures. The information provided by Sharsheret is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Additional Resources

Find a registered dietician in your area
American Cancer Society– Nutrition for People with Cancer
Breast Cancer Survivors: What You Need To Know About Nutrition And Exercise (Audio)
Cancer Support Community: Diet and Nutrition During Cancer Treatment
Cancer.Org: Can I Lower My Risk of Breast Cancer Progressing or Coming Back
MSKCC: Nutrition Basics for Cancer Survivors
Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center, Sid Jacobson JCC

After treatment for breast and ovarian cancer, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle as being overweight may increase the risk of a recurrence. to determine what is a healthy weight, your doctor may refer to your Body Mass Index (BMI).
BMI is a person’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters. BMI can be used as a screening tool but is not diagnostic of the body fatness or health of an individual. A trained healthcare provider should perform appropriate health assessments in order to evaluate an individual’s health status and risks.
To calculate your BMI, see the BMI Calculator.

While it may be difficult at times, it is important to stay as active as possible both during and after treatment. Getting regular exercise is important not only for your overall health but can help lessen certain side effects of treatment and may help reduce risk of recurrence.

Exercise can sometimes be a challenge, particularly if you have been in treatment or have had surgery. Always ask your doctor before you start a new exercise regimen and to discuss which exercises are best for you.

Fitness Videos & Blogs Additional Resources

Sharsheret is a national not for profit cancer support and education organization and does not provide any medical advice or perform any medical procedures. The information provided by Sharsheret is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Additional Fitness Resources

Find a certified Cancer Exercise Trainer in your area
2Unstoppable: FREE online fitness buddy matching and other exercise resources
Breastcancer.Org: Exercise Safely
Cancer.Org: Exercises After Breast Cancer Surgery
Carol Michaels Fitness: Email Carol for free Cancer Recovery Fitness® virtual exercise class information.
Moving for Life
MyVictory: Live stream and on demand classes and community for cancer survivors
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan Cancer Care: Online Exercise Classes
Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center, Sid Jacobson JCC: Exercise Videos
Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center, Sid Jacobson JCC: Online Exercise and Wellness Classes
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance: Virtual Workout Events
Pink Ribbon Program Pilates
Strength For Life NY: Virtual Exercises for Cancer Patients

Yoga
Explore our yoga and exercise series.

Mindfulness
Learn the science behind mindfulness, how it can help you deal with the physical, spiritual discomfort of this moment, and easy tools you can immediately utilize when you watch this webinar on Mindfulness Strategies..

Resiliency
Focus on finding meaning in difficult times, managing fear, and developing coping strategies for the road ahead in this Road to Resiliency webinar. Watch the Road to Resiliency supplemental video on Connectivity and Humor to learn additional ways to build your resilience.

Self-Care
Explore practical tips and self-care insights in this webinar to keep you feeling satisfactory from head to toe.

Spirituality
The Shalom, Shabbat! webinars are filled with insights, inspiration and music for those impacted by cancer.

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The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Patients with Breast Cancer

Being treated for breast cancer often involves a multimodal approach, which may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other medications aimed at reducing the risk of recurrence. While these treatments can be lifesaving, they often come with short- and long-term side effects that affect both physical health and emotional well-being. Physical therapy can play a pivotal role in helping you regain your strength, mobility, and quality of life.

After surgery, many patients experience pain, discomfort, and fear of movement, along with a lack of knowledge about what they should and should not do to aid their recovery. Decreased range of motion, muscle guarding, spasm, and pain in areas like the upper back or neck are common post-surgical effects. Additionally, there is a risk of lymphedema, which is an accumulation of fluid in the arm.

Finding a physical therapist near you:

Ask your doctor for a recommendation for a trusted Physical Therapy practice. Recommendations from other individuals who have gone through cancer can be helpful when navigating breast cancer treatment. Hearing firsthand experiences about a specific practice can provide valuable insight.

Considering a physical therapist? Click here to learn more about the Peer Support Network, where we connect you with other women to share patient experiences.

PT Insurance Coverage During Cancer Treatment:

To be treated by a physical therapist during your cancer journey, it’s important to start by consulting with your medical team. Coverage can vary based on your diagnosis and treatment plan. While many insurance plans will cover physical therapy, some may require pre-authorization. This will depend on your In-Network and Out-of-Network benefits. An insurance navigator or social worker can help you evaluate your plan and talk to your insurance provider. If you’re declined coverage, you can turn to organizations such as Patient Advocate Foundation and Triage Cancer to help you understand your rights and more.

PHYSICAL THERAPY WEBINAR

The Thriving Again Breast Cancer Survivorship program is made possible with generous support from:

The Heimann, Polis and Sacks Families in memory of Manfred Heimann

Sharsheret in the Kitchen nutrition content is made possible in partnership with:

The Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriving Again Kit is made possible with generous support from:

	The Heimann, Polis and Sacks Families in memory of Manfred Heimann

Sharsheret does not endorse or promote any specific medication, treatment, product, or service.