Due to the fact that adrenal adenoma is considered to be an illness that has its roots primarily in (as of yet) undetermined genetic factors, there arises the question as to whether lifestyle changes can have a notable impact on the prevalence of this illness. While the "jury is still out" on such a query, there are many in the medical world who believe that there may indeed be ways to mitigate the occurrence of this condition. Furthermore, these same methods can also greatly help in decreasing recovery times in a post-operative procedure. So, let us quickly look at some of the most effective lifestyle changes.
Due to the fact that obesity is thought to play a central role in the development of adrenal adenoma (as well as a host of other diseases), it only stands to reason that losing any excess weight will decrease the chances of an adenoma occurring. This is also due to the fact that those who are obese will tend to have a rather poor diet and exhibit a sedentary lifestyle (both are seen as precursors to the development of tumours as well as other negative health impacts).
Once again, it is not conclusive as to whether or not dietary changes will decrease the incidences of adrenal adenoma. However, it is known that substances such as vitamin C and B-complexes are heavily involved in cellular repair and removing toxins from the body. Thus, it would only stand to reason that these very same vitamins may help prevent the formation of tumours. Other minerals such as coenzyme Q-10 are strong antioxidants (that is, they help prevent cellular damage that may result in future mutations and the development of tumours). Therefore, diets high in these substances or nutritional supplementation may have an impact on tumour growth.
Exercise helps to remove the buildup of toxins within the body. A buildup of such toxins has been shown to increase the chances of developing certain types of cancer. Exercising also lowers blood pressure while increasing its circulation.
In conjunction with exercise, one should drink plenty of water each day. This amount can vary and will depend on one's age, weight and activity levels. Still, water will help to cleanse the kidneys of any toxins. As the adrenal glands are located directly on top of the kidneys, there are some who believe that water will aid in preventing these very same toxins from accumulating in the adrenal glands; potentially resulting in a reduced rate of adrenal adenomas.
Finally, stress is seen as being a contributing factor in a host of illnesses. While the connection between stress and the incidences of adrenal adenomas is seen as tenuous, it is always a good idea to find ways to better manage stress in one's life (this may be more relevant when referring to adenomas, as the hormone cortisol is the predominant stress hormone within the body).
Once again, these recommendations are in no means guaranteed to prevent an adrenal adenoma from occurring. Still, they are all healthy lifestyles to employ and it should be remembered that during any post-operative procedure (should surgery bre required to remove a benign or even a malignant growth), these habits can help to ensure a full recovery with no complications.