Consistent habits and cancer survival (Zhong, BMC Medicine 2021)
There’s no single magic habit. What Zhong’s research shows is the power of the whole: several healthy habits sustained over time add up in favor of your survival.
What the study found
People who maintained healthy habits consistently — physical activity, nutrition, rest, and other factors — showed up to a 60% higher chance of living longer and better than those who didn’t sustain them.
What it means for you during treatment
Consistency beats occasional intensity. Small repeated decisions — moving, sleeping, eating, regulating stress — build a real cumulative effect.
How IronHumans applies it
IronHumans turns those habits into a realistic, supported routine, with continuous adjustments so they don’t depend on a single day’s motivation, but on a system.
Source: Zhong et al., BMC Medicine, 2021.
Educational summary of published scientific studies. It does not replace your medical team’s advice or guarantee individual results. Always consult your oncology team before starting any exercise or nutrition program.