Dietary intervention and physical exercise in prevention and treatment of pharmacological cardiotoxicity during cancer

Abstract

One of the main priorities in the cardiovascular care of cancer patients is to reduce morbidity and mortality and improve the quality of life of cancer survivors through interdisciplinary efforts. The survival rate in cancer patients has improved dramatically over the last few decades. Even in the midst of achievements and advances, survivors may be more likely to die from long-term cardiovascular disease secondary not only to the potential toxicity of cancer therapy but also to cancer biology. In this context, cardio-oncology has been highlighted as a promising field of medicine, obtaining, through studies in this area, relevant information and promising results. Among the initial data, researchers have highlighted the importance of dietary interventions represented by a healthy diet and correct supplementation, and the practice of physical exercises by cancer survivors, with the aim not only of preventing, but also of treating cardiotoxicity and its consequences in the long term.