By Alexandra Sifferlin Non-invasive alternative therapies can clear an anxious mind Up to 80% of American patients with breast cancer will undergo complementary therapies to manage anxiety and stress after they receive a diagnosis. Though there’s no clear consensus on which integrative and alternative therapies work and which are ineffective, more and more medical practices have incorporated practices like mindfulness and acupuncture into their offerings. But a new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute Monographs conducted by several major oncology facilities has examined which therapies benefit patients the most. The answer? Meditation, yoga and relaxation with imagery. The three methods are known to be calming for those who practice them, and the researchers gave the practices an “A” for treating symptoms of mood disorders that are highly common among people with a recent diagnosis. time/3555676/meditation-yoga-breast-cancer/ Lorenzo’s Health Corner reviews and disseminates news reports and abstracts of scientific articles relevant to integrative medicine, cancer, and health and well-being. Dissemination of these reports/abstracts does not constitute an endorsement of their findings. Please consult your physician before pursuing any course of therapy. For more information on integrative medicine and cancer, visit MD Anderson¹s Integrative Medicine Program at: mdanderson.org/integrativemed
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