NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Eating well plays an important role in developing a lifelong melanoma survivorship plan. It is important to eat a variety of foods every day. Be aware of portion sizes and understand the amount of carbohydrates, proteins and fats your body needs. Eating small meals or snacks throughout the day, varying your diet and making meals into social events may help improve your appetite and make eating more enjoyable. Improving your physical fitness after treatments can provide many benefits to your overall health and well-being.
Exercise can help with: • Increased energy and self-esteem • Improved sleep, blood flow and sexual functioning • Stress relief • Decreased risk of osteoporosis • Reduced risk of blood clots and heart disease
Don’t overdo it and, as always, you should consult your doctor before beginning any exercise regimen.
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