How can cancer patients manage side effects through diet?
Managing side effects through diet involves:
- _Nausea_: Eating small, frequent meals and choosing bland, easy-to-digest foods like crackers and bananas can help. - _Fatigue_: Consuming nutrient-dense snacks, staying hydrated, and avoiding caffeine can improve energy levels. - _Weight Loss_: Incorporating high-calorie, nutritious foods like smoothies and nut butters can help maintain weight. - _Constipation_: Increasing fiber intake through fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and drinking plenty of water can alleviate this issue. - _Diarrhea_: Eating low-fiber foods and staying hydrated with electrolyte-rich drinks can provide relief.
