Breast cancer patients confused by healthy eating and exercise guidelines recently reported in the national press could benefit from a free DVD from Breast Cancer Care.

Coverage of a report from the World Cancer Research Fund has focussed on how healthy eating and exercise may reduce the risk of developing all types of cancers.

However, Maria Leadbeater, Breast Cancer Nurse Specialist at Breast Cancer Care, said the report’s recommendations did not give any guidance to those who have already been diagnosed with breast cancer.

"We regularly get calls to our helpline from people with breast cancer who are keen to choose a healthier diet and do more physical activities, but are uncertain or confused about what they are able to do," Maria said.

"Breast Cancer Care’s free DVD, ‘Eating well – being active: Healthy living after breast cancer’ shows the simple ways in which people can do this and how it can improve mental and physical wellbeing after treatment. It is important though to discuss changes to your lifestyle with your GP or breast care nurse."

"Breast Cancer Care’s free DVD, ‘Eating well – being active: Healthy living after breast cancer’ shows the simple ways in which people can do this and how it can improve mental and physical wellbeing after treatment. It is important though to discuss changes to your lifestyle with your GP or breast care nurse."

Breast Cancer Care is the UK’s leading provider of information and practical and emotional support for people with breast cancer.

The charity’s film features diet, fitness and medical experts who explain easy and practical ways in which anyone who has had treatment can lead a healthier lifestyle. It also includes interviews with nine people who have undergone treatment for breast cancer, discussing the ways in which they changed their lifestyles for the better.

To order a free copy of Breast Cancer Care’s ‘Eating well – being active’ DVD log on to www.breastcancercare.org.uk or call the charity’s helpline on 0808 800 6000