How to Boost Immunity and Reclaim a Healthy Life After Cancer Surgery?
December 2021 marked my closest encounter with a serious illness. What efforts and changes did I make after surgery to enhance my immune system and reclaim a healthy life?
Research shared by KFSYSCC, tracking over 23,000 individuals for 7-8 years, reveals that maintaining a non-smoking lifestyle, controlling weight (BMI <30), engaging in moderate exercise, and favoring a diet rich in fruits and vegetables over meat can significantly reduce the risk of cancer and chronic diseases.
Why did I sign up for KFSYSCC's "One-on-One Dietary Health Management" consultation service?
This is a story from my own life. In December 2021, I was diagnosed with carcinoma in situ and underwent immediate surgery to remove the lesion. A month post-surgery, I left the company I had worked at for nearly 20 years. For over a year, I frequently followed cancer progression news, involving both acquaintances and strangers, treatment costs, and distressing side effects, all contributing to my nightmares and emotional lows. Besides regular hospital check-ups, I wondered how to reduce my disease fear and find peace in sleep. I couldn't let my mood affect my family indefinitely.
By early 2023, I resolved to understand why people fall ill, how viruses occur, and how to prevent diseases and take care of my body. This shift led me to read numerous health-related books, highlighting that good immunity stems from a proper diet, regular lifestyle, and moderate exercise. While implementing knowledge from my readings into my daily routines and diet improved my condition, with normal check-up reports boosting my confidence in regaining health, I realized the need for professional help to optimize and make further improvements.
How does KFSYSCC's "One-on-One Diet and Health Management" consultation service work?
I discovered the "One-on-One Diet and Health Management" program on KFSYSCC's official website by chance and signed up for the 8-week course starting September 4, 2023.
The professional team included experienced clinicians, the head of the nutrition department, case managers, and specialist nurses. The service included health assessments in the first and eighth weeks, with personal explanations from the clinician regarding health metrics. Some numbers showed improvement, and concise advice was provided on health promotion, disease prevention, and maintenance, differing from the hurried interactions typical in other hospital visits.
The head of the nutrition department, with extensive clinical nutrition experience, highlighted dietary and lifestyle adjustments based on test results during the consultation, sharing essential professional knowledge on required nutrients, meal timings, and portion sizes. This also uncovered blind spots in my previous understanding, showcasing the value of knowledge.
The case manager, like a homeroom teacher, daily reviewed if my meal content and portions aligned with healthy eating, offering optimization suggestions and encouragement. Change is possible, making the case manager's 8-week companionship a supportive force.
On September 28, I accidentally fell, injuring my knee. The case manager suggested sending injury photos, and shortly after, a specialist nurse reviewed the wound and responded. Although treated in a clinic, the nurse's care exceeded my expectations for the health management class, touching me deeply. I inquired about dietary restrictions due to other chronic conditions and received comprehensive dietary guidelines alongside textual responses on Line, epitomizing patient-centered consultation services.
What did I learn from this course?
I established and implemented the "Smart Drinking for Better Health" concept, developing good habits of drinking water at the right times and in adequate amounts. Water plays many roles in the body, including aiding nutrient absorption, flushing out toxins, regulating temperature, and lubricating organs. Vital detox organs like the skin, liver, kidneys, bladder, and colon require significant water to function properly and maintain normal bodily operations.
"Eating less isn't necessarily better; eating incorrectly can harm, but eating right is key." Dietary variety and balance are crucial, avoiding fixation on certain foods or meal combinations. By combining different nutrients, we can invigorate organ functions, make eating more enjoyable and creative, and most importantly, maintain a healthier, more energetic body.
