Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle

Adopting a healthy lifestyle during and after treatment may improve your fertility and reduce your risk of cancer recurrence

Focus on:

1. Eating five servings of fruits and vegetables (foods rich in antioxidants which can protect sperm DNA). Consider Mediterranean diet
2. Exercise—aim for 150-300 minutes a week, include weight training, maintain a healthy weight. Consult doctor for exercise restrictions during treatment
3. Sleep-get 7-9 hours a night
4. Reduce or eliminate alcohol and recreational drugs like marijuana
5. Don’t use tobacco products
6. Limit caffeine 2-3 cups coffee per day