If you are one of the people who have just or recently been diagnosed with cancer, it must be tough to not feel overwhelmed. There are so many things that hit you at once, fear of death, feeling of mortality, grief for loved ones, fear of dying slowly, and much more. With all of these things, it can be quite hard to choose your treatment method. It is especially hard to deal with it when your kids are diagnosed with cancer. It can be quite tough, which is why we have curated a list of steps to help guide you in taking charge of your treatment method.
Figure out your ground rules
Before you start researching and exploring, it is important to establish some ground rules. Decide how much you want to know in detail such as their survival chances, and major details. Some people prefer not knowing these worrying things. You should also try to take the lead in your decision-making process. Work with your doctor to handle these difficult choices. Most importantly, remember to have realistic expectations for all treatments so that you do not get your hopes too high for the end. Accept help from family and friends when you need it.
Figure out a goal
Once you have set ground rules, you should focus on narrowing down your treatment options. There are three major types of goals depending on your cancer stage and type. You can try to cure the disease by attacking it aggressively with chemo and radiation therapy. You can try to control it and make it shrink or slow down. If you have found out that you have cancer during your advanced stage, you should look for comfort care such as hospice and palliative care, something that will make sure you are at ease during your last moments.
Figure out your treatment options
Your doctor might want to take a really aggressive approach to your treatment, or they may want to take a conservative one. This all depends on what they find on your kid’s CT-Scan when they try to figure out the diagnosis. Keep in mind the type of cancer your child is suffering from and see how likely the chosen treatments are to work in their case. It is important to go through a ton of research to properly know your chances with each treatment. You can choose trustworthy websites with the help of your doctor.
Communicate with your healthcare provider
Since you will be visiting the doctor’s office a lot, it is best that you learn to communicate with them. You should speak up when you do not understand anything about the treatment process, no matter how small you may think it is. It is important for you to be at ease about your child’s safety, which is why you should ask a ton of questions. You can even record your conversations so that you do not forget anything important.
Dealing with your child’s cancer is not easy. It will take a lot of strength on your part to get through it. Use this article to help guide you during the decision-making process of your kid’s treatment plan.
Are you a weekend warrior? Do you often strap on your running shoes when the Saturday morning sunlight hits you in the face in bed? Well, who is to say that you have to only go running? It’s a great thing to do, and it takes guts to get up in the morning when everyone is asleep, to go pound the pavement. And yes it will improve your cardio and your VO2 MAX. But there are other fun ways to spend your time and get a good workout. There is an explosion of businesses that want you to come and try out a new sport because after the long wait, they need as many newcomers to walk through their doors as possible. So we thought we would look around for the best sports that you can pick up easily and do well in for this weekend’s warrior session.
A round of golf
It’s not cheap taking care of the fairgreen. It takes a lot of maintenance for golf clubs and grounds to tend to their courses and this is one of the reasons why going golfing has never been so cheap. You can also learn about beginner golf techniques anywhere. YouTube has a lot of good channels that show you how to do the very basics; such as how to dress for the course, how to hold the club, which clubs to select, what are the best beginner golf balls, etc. Take a look at these, some of them give you great range due to their design but much less spin. The dimple design is one such example, which carries through a lot of the speed and power from the strike of the club. But it doesn’t spin much, so if you want to curve around treelines, you’ll need something with more spin which is more for the advanced golfer.
The Wales Golf Festival is allowing for anyone to come onto the grounds and try the sport out. This is something that is taking place all around the world, especially in golf-rich countries such as the UK, America and France. So if you are a parent who wants their kid to have an opportunity to strike a few balls, get in-person coaching and walk around the lovely grounds, you should go to a golf festival like this.
Swimming is back on
After the recent performance of big swimming nations like the UK, Australia and America, you can bet that swimming is going to be back in a big way. In recent times, swimming baths have had to shut down because of the pandemic. However, a recent new way of swimming or rather new style of swimming is making the news. ‘Wild swimming’ as it is being called by Scandinavian river or lake swimmers, is helping to convince people of a new way to lose weight. Studies suggest that swimming in cold waters helps the body to seriously shed the pounds. Not only are all of your muscles being used but because of the cold, more energy is required to keep your body at the best temperature for performance.
So if you have a cold river or lake nearby, and you know you will be safe, you could try this out for the weekend. It’s best to invest in good equipment first, such as a swimming watch, a strap heart rate monitor and an emergency beacon which you can fit onto your wrist or around your ankle. Have someone to watch you as well, along with a simple tug rope which you can grab and be pulled to safety if you feel tired in the cold water. All of the healthy and safety stuff aside, this looks like it could be great for those who have stubborn fat.
Tennis still going strong
Tennis has been going strong throughout the past few months because of it’s very nature. You’re far from your opponent and the referee is too. So you could have carried on playing tennis without much worry and that is what some tournaments have been doing. The recent US Open drew lots of crowds in person and watching from home because it signified that the sport was still very popular among spectators and the sporting stars were not waiting around for anything.
You can play tennis almost anywhere these days. Most public parks have at least one tennis court and if you can’t find any near you, you can always head to your local sport center where there will be at least a few. Tennis is also relatively cheaper compared to other sports. The rackets don’t cost much, nor do the balls. You just need to have a little bit of cash kept aside for lessons which are reasonably priced but you need a lot of sessions before you can whip the ball around with each. It’s all about how you hold the racket, where to strike the ball, learning different shots and trying to fool your opponent. Not to mention, learning how to serve and get an ace takes a lot of hours to get right.
Street hockey
Perhaps this is a national sport because only the US and Canada play this in local neighborhoods. But it’s still super fun. Street hockey is just like it sounds, it’s hockey that you play on the street instead of the ice. There are a few changes. The puck is now a small ball, something like a lacrosse ball will be fine. And instead of ice skates, you use wheel skates. Aside from that, the rules are pretty much the same. You need to have markings on the road however, something you can do with a piece of chalk and a tape measure.
Kids and adults can play, you just have to be aware of who you are going up against. Adults can be a little rough with each other but don’t try a big hit on the kids of course. The game is much like that you see on television, except, you can’t really smash the ball as hard as you want because someone has to go and get it back. So it calls for a little more finesse which is why you should focus on less power and more precision in your shots. Where to play? A lot of local sports clubs host street hockey in local parks where they book out a tennis court, take down the net and use the box markings. You may also be able to find a local street hockey club that plays near you.
Why be a weekend warrior?
Many people would like to stay in shape but they don’t have time to get up early and workout, or go for a run after work. Which is why, being a weekend warrior is their only option. So the question is, can you stay fit by just working out twice a week? Yes! As long as you diet a little, and you break a sweat on the weekends, you should be able to keep the pounds off. But stay motivated to go, which is why joining a sports club might be the best idea.
If you would like to know more about weekend sports and different ideas to stay fit, you should consider joining a fitness forum, local social media fitness group and search for sports near you. The more you be proactive in finding new and exciting sports to do, the fitter you will stay and being a weekend warrior instead of a weekday warrior, can continue to be enough.
Times have changed, bringing about even more lifestyle changes. As the season transitions into the colder months, our bodies need some extra nourishment. However, this need for vitamins and minerals is not always fulfilled from natural food sources, leaving scope for people of various age groups to be under-nourished and vitamin deficient. To compensate for this change, healthcare practitioners have been urging people to take supplements to make up for what may be lacking. This article will explore the reasons to start using supplements from the mid-20s to enjoy a healthier life.
Your Physical Health Begins To Change
Once you turn 21, your developmental growth ceases and your body needs a different approach to diet and nutrition. You will notice that as you approach your mid to late 20s, the overall energy levels begin to drop. You may also notice a difference in your sleep quality and productivity. This is because of the new phase your body has stepped into that needs an additional NMN supplement that consists of nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and iron to stay well maintained.
Your Skin Needs Additional Nourishment
The smoothness, moisture, and oil levels of your skin can change due to a change in hormonal levels post your mid-20s. Especially true for women, your monthly cycles can play a big role in acne post-puberty. Many times, you may also notice an increase in the dryness of your scalp or a change in hair texture or hair fall. If your hair and skin quality have changed, try taking folic acid, collagen, or vitamin E to help with it.
Seasonal Changes Needs Immunity
During a pandemic, we all could use better immunity, which is why doctors have been recommending that we take vitamin C and zinc supplements to battle the chances of infections. Look for lypo spheric vitamin c as it is rapidly delivered to the cells and skips any issues with the gut and absorption. However, this needs to be an all-year practice post your mid-20s since our bodies are stressed and more prone to falling ill. If you travel a lot, you should be taking supplements to boost your immunity.
Lack of Natural Sunlight
Living for prolonged periods indoors can deprive us of much-needed sunlight. Especially now that the daylight savings have started, the days will get gloomier, affecting our moods. This is also because of a vitamin D deficiency. Using supplements for the same and others to help absorb vitamin D will keep your serotonin and energy levels up while chasing away winter blues.
Your Mental Health Needs Nourishment
Did you know that your mental health is closely tied to vitamin B12? Available in most meat sources, a deficiency in B12 can make you more susceptible to depression and anxiety, which is why it is so important to keep the levels in your body normal through supplements, especially if you’re vegetarian or vegan.
Wrapping Up:
With the pandemic still working its effect, people have been forced to work from home and stay indoors for long hours, creating an imbalance in the routine that made sure we got enough sun, fresh air, and exercise. We hope that you’ll start using beneficial health supplements to compensate for it after reading this blog. However, don’t forget to consult your doctor before taking any supplements.
An at-home dad on a mission to keep it real when it comes to food, fun, and raising a healthy, happy family.
