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International Journal of Nutrology
Review
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1718994
Submitted: 03-07-2022
Published: 03-07-2022

Importantes aspectos da Nutrologia e suas aplicações nos pacientes oncológicos

Associação Brasileira de Nutrologia, Catanduva, SP, Brasil
neoplasms epidemiology neoplasm/ prevention & control mortality vitamins/administration & dosage vitamins/therapeutic use dietary supplements

Abstract

Global estimates show that the incidence of cancer all over the world has been increasing and, consequently, the mortality related to this diagnosis. Several cancer-related risk factors have been identified, such as smoking, overweight, western diets and physical inactivity. Robust scientific evidence shows that most cancers can be prevented with behavioral measures. Despite extensive knowledge of cancer-related modifiable risk factors, the implementation of prevention measures is still incipient. Interventions aiming at weight control, diet customization and physical activity stimulation can improve the quality of life and some outcomes related to cancer and its treatment. The present article aims to review the impacts of these variables on the diagnosis, treatment and mortality of cancer patients. In addition, it discusses the main recommendations of the specific nutritional aspects of this population.

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How to Cite

Zylberberg, R. (2022). Importantes aspectos da Nutrologia e suas aplicações nos pacientes oncológicos. International Journal of Nutrology, 13(3), 69–80. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0040-1718994