Some vegetable oils like coconut, palm kernel oil, and palm oil are saturated. Saturated fats can raise cholesterol and increase your risk for heart disease.

Most trans fats in our diets come from snack foods and baked goods made with partially hydrogenated vegetable oil or vegetable shortening. These sources of trans fats have largely been removed from the food supply in the US. Trans fats are also found naturally in some animal products, like dairy products, in smaller quantities.

Trans fats can raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol. Avoid trans fats as much as you can. Carbohydrates give the body the fuel it needs for physical activity and proper organ function. The best sources of carbohydrates — fruits, vegetables, and whole grains — also supply needed vitamins and minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients.

There are 2 types of fiber. Insoluble fiber helps to move food waste out of the body quickly, and soluble fiber binds with water in the stool to help keep stool soft. Other sources of carbohydrates include bread, potatoes, rice, spaghetti, pasta, cereals, corn, peas, and beans.

Sweets desserts, candy, and drinks with sugar can supply carbohydrates, but provide very little in the way of vitamins, minerals, or phytonutrients. Water and liquids or fluids are vital to health.

All body cells need water to function. If this happens, the fluids and minerals that help keep your body working can become dangerously out of balance. You get water from the foods you eat, but a person should also drink about four 8-ounce glasses of liquid each day to be sure that all the body cells get the fluid they need.

Keep in mind that all liquids soups, milk, even ice cream and gelatin count toward your fluid goals. Your body needs vitamins and minerals to help it function properly and use the energy calories in food. Most are found naturally in foods, but they are also sold as pill and liquid supplements.

If you eat a balanced diet with enough calories and protein you will usually get plenty of vitamins and minerals. If you do have side effects, your doctor or dietitian may suggest a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement.

If your food intake has been limited for several weeks or months because of the effects of treatment, be sure to tell your doctor. You might need to be checked for vitamin or mineral deficiencies. Some people with cancer take large amounts of vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements to try to boost their immune system or even destroy cancer cells.

But some of these substances can be harmful, especially when taken in large doses. In fact, large doses of some vitamins and minerals may make chemotherapy and radiation therapy less effective.

Antioxidants include vitamins A, C, and E; selenium and zinc; and some enzymes that absorb and attach to free radicals destructive molecules , preventing them from attacking normal cells. If you want to take in more antioxidants, health experts recommend eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, which are good sources of antioxidants.

Taking large doses of antioxidant supplements or vitamin-enhanced foods or liquids is usually not recommended while getting chemo or radiation therapy. Talk with your doctor to find out the best time to take antioxidant supplements.

Phytonutrients or phytochemicals are plant compounds like carotenoids, lycopene, resveratrol, and phytosterols that are thought to have health-protecting qualities. Phytochemicals are best taken in by eating the foods that contain them rather than taking supplements or pills.

Herbs have been used to treat disease for hundreds of years, with mixed results. Today, herbs are found in many products, like pills, liquid extracts, teas, and ointments.

Many of these products are harmless and safe to use, but others can cause harmful side effects. Some may even interfere with cancer treatments and recovery from surgery. Many people believe that a pill or supplement they find in stores, is safe and it works. The FDA does not make manufacturers of these products print possible side effects on their labels.

Take the bottle s to your doctor to talk about the dose and be sure that the ingredients do not interfere with your health or cancer treatments. Some other safety tips:. The American Cancer Society medical and editorial content team. Our team is made up of doctors and oncology certified nurses with deep knowledge of cancer care as well as journalists, editors, and translators with extensive experience in medical writing.

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Explore Ways to Give. Mild dehydration may cause symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, dry skin and constipation. Severe dehydration may cause low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, fever, disorientation, confusion and shock.

Frequent dehydration may cause urinary tract infections and kidney stones. Untreated severe dehydration may even be life-threatening. Drinking eight cups of water a day is a standard recommendation, but the amount you need generally depends on your body weight.

To calculate that amount, divide your weight by two. Divide that result by eight to determine how many cups per day you need to drink. At CTCA, we regularly monitor our patients for signs of malnutrition and dehydration and work to prevent these issues through our nutritional support services.

These include:. There may be medications available to help. Working with a health care professional who can anticipate likely side effects and consequences of your treatment may help you prepare for and reduce the chances of experiencing nutritional deficiencies. Getting access to nutritional support during treatment may not be easy, however.

Up to 90 percent of cancer patients are treated in an outpatient facility, where they may not have access to a nutrition professional. Cancer centers that do have these clinicians on staff may have an insufficient number of registered dietitian nutritionists RDNs to meet the needs of all patients.

Also ask, before treatment if possible, whether anyone will be regularly screening you for malnutrition or other nutrition-related complications during treatment. Health care professionals with nutritional expertise who may provide nutritional support during cancer treatment include:.

At CTCA, we understand the benefits of working proactively to prevent nutritional deficiencies. Our patients have the option of working with a registered dietitian throughout treatment.

Our dietitians work with the rest of your care team to monitor your nutritional status and make recommendations to help you manage side effects you may experience during treatment.

Patients experiencing difficulty eating may also benefit from our other integrative care services. One experiencing difficulty eating because of pain may benefit from pain management services or oncology rehabilitation. A speech therapist may help a patient experiencing difficulty swallowing.

Some reputable cancer nonprofits also offer nutrition consultations for cancer patients. For example, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society offers free, one-on-one nutrition consultations to patients and caregivers for all cancer types. Check with nonprofits that are specific to your particular cancer type to see whether they offer similar services.

Many cancer nonprofits also provide nutritional resources and recommendations for coping with specific eating-related side effects. A few you many want to explore include:.

Patients themselves may not know what kind of help they need. Here are a few things for your family and friends to keep in mind:. Managing nutrition during cancer treatment can be challenging, but it may provide you with some control over how you feel during treatment.

It may be beneficial to have a team equipped to approach the different challenges or barriers to getting the nutrition you need, like we do at CTCA.

Maintaining your weight and nutritional status and staying active is worth the effort to improve your treatment outcome and to prepare for survivorship.

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Patients often come to us with questions, like: Should I eat only organic or non-GMO foods? What about a ketogenic diet? Would that help?

Should I go vegan? Are there dietary supplements I should take? Does sugar feed cancer? Why is good nutrition during cancer treatment important?

Energy for physical activity If you lose weight during treatment, you may be losing strength and muscle mass rather than stored fat.

The American Society of Clinical Oncology provides guidelines on how to exercise safely during treatment and lists many other possible benefits of exercise during and after treatment, including: Lowering your risk of treatment-related side effects Reducing the risk of depression and anxiety Improving sleep quality Reducing the risk of developing other chronic diseases, including other cancers If possible, try to include some aerobic exercise and resistance training among your activities.

Support for the immune system Cancer treatment may compromise the immune system. Preparation for survivorship The benefits of developing a healthier diet and exercise habits during treatment may carry over into survivorship.

What should you eat during cancer treatment? Try to include: Whole grains like whole-wheat, brown rice, quinoa and buckwheat Two to three cups of vegetables daily One to two cups of fruits daily Skinless poultry and cold water ocean fish like salmon, tuna and cod a couple of times per week Dried beans, peas, lentils and legumes for additional protein Healthy fats like olive oil, avocado, nuts and seeds Low-fat dairy or a dairy substitute for calcium Clean water Try to reduce your consumption of red meat, processed meats , refined carbohydrates and added sugar.

Check with your care team about your specific dietary needs Ask your care team about dietary recommendations that may be associated with your specific type of cancer, treatment or treatment side effects. Pay extra attention to food safety during cancer treatment Depending on your treatment, you may be immunocompromised.

Common causes of malnutrition and dehydration in cancer patients Even when patients are actively trying to eat well and stay hydrated, conditions caused by the cancer itself and side effects of treatment may lead to malnutrition and dehydration.

These cancers include: Head and neck cancers Esophageal cancer Stomach cancer Intestinal cancers Pancreatic cancer Colorectal cancer Malnutrition is also common among patients with advanced lung cancer. Treatment side effects that may cause malnutrition and dehydration Side effects of cancer treatment that may lead to malnutrition and dehydration include: Nausea and vomiting are commonly associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

The National Cancer Institute estimates that up to 80 percent of patients undergoing chemotherapy experience these side effects. Loss of appetite may be more common with certain types of cancers, such as stomach, pancreatic, lung and ovarian cancers.

Mucositis develops from inflammation of the digestive tract that often results in painful ulcers commonly called mouth sores in the mouth, throat and gastrointestinal tract.

Mucositis may be a side effect of chemotherapy or radiation therapy, especially for head and neck cancer treatment. Some targeted therapies and immunotherapy may also cause this side effect. Dry mouth may result from radiation therapy targeting head and neck cancers and from some medications taken during chemotherapy.

Taste and smell changes may result from damage to the taste buds caused by chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgical oncology. These changes may contribute to a loss of appetite. Constipation and diarrhea are commonly associated with chemotherapy but may also be consequences of some pain medications, radiation therapy and surgical procedures.

Dehydration in cancer patients The side effects that lead to malnutrition may also result in dehydration in cancer patients. Warning signs of malnutrition and dehydration At CTCA, we regularly monitor our patients for signs of malnutrition and dehydration and work to prevent these issues through our nutritional support services.

A CSO may have more knowledge of how specific treatments may affect cancer patients and of how to prepare for related side effects.

Today, we have about on staff. A registered dietitian RD or a registered dietitian nutritionist RDN who works with cancer patients during treatment will likely also be helpful. If they have the time and are willing, they may be a good resource for nutritional support.

Nutrition in Cancer Care PDQ - Health Professional Version. March 3, Rock CL, Thomson CA, Sullivan KR, et al. American Cancer Society nutrition and physical activity guideline for cancer survivors.

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Download Section as PDF. Benefits of good nutrition during cancer treatment. On this page. Proteins Fats Carbohydrates Water Vitamins and minerals. Keep up your strength and energy. Better tolerate treatment-related side effects. Lower your risk of infection. Heal and recover faster.

Proteins We need protein for growth, to repair body tissue, and to keep our immune systems healthy. Fats Fats play an important role in nutrition.

Water Water and liquids or fluids are vital to health. Vitamins and minerals Your body needs vitamins and minerals to help it function properly and use the energy calories in food. Antioxidants Antioxidants include vitamins A, C, and E; selenium and zinc; and some enzymes that absorb and attach to free radicals destructive molecules , preventing them from attacking normal cells.

Phytonutrients Phytonutrients or phytochemicals are plant compounds like carotenoids, lycopene, resveratrol, and phytosterols that are thought to have health-protecting qualities.

Herbs Herbs have been used to treat disease for hundreds of years, with mixed results. Dietary supplement safety considerations Many people believe that a pill or supplement they find in stores, is safe and it works. Some other safety tips: Ask your cancer care team for reliable information on dietary supplements.

Check the product labels for both the quantity and concentration of active ingredients in each product. Stop taking the product and call your cancer care team right away if you have side effects, like wheezing, itching, numbness, or tingling in your limbs.

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The use of nutritional support in surgical patients and the intensive care unit setting, and the basic principles of enteral and parenteral nutrition are discussed elsewhere. See "Overview of perioperative nutrition support" and "Nutrition support in intubated critically ill adult patients: Initial evaluation and prescription".

Regardless of the cause, malnutrition in cancer patients is associated with poorer overall survival in various malignancies [ ], as well as reduced benefit from surgical [ 10,11 ] and medical therapies [ 12,13 ], a poorer tumor response to chemotherapy [ 7,8,13 ], increased chemotherapy-related toxicity [ 12,14,15 ], and poorer quality of life [ 8, ].

It is important to point out that although several investigators refer to "malnutrition" in cancer patients, the provision of calories is often not the most appropriate response to this situation, as caloric supplementation can lead to complications and no reversal of the clinical picture.

Thus, some might argue that the term "malnutrition" is a misnomer. Why UpToDate? Product Editorial Subscription Options Subscribe Sign in. Learn how UpToDate can help you. Select the option that best describes you.

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A dietitian can help you create an eating plan that meets your specific nutritional needs. They may recommend:. There is currently not enough research studying how following specific diets or eating plans during cancer treatment affects quality of life, treatment side effects, or cancer outcomes.

Therefore, ASCO does not recommend any specific diet during cancer treatment. More research is needed in this important area. Cancer treatment often causes physical side effects that affect your appetite or weight, such as diarrhea , nausea and vomiting , mouth sores , and changes in the way things taste.

These may make it difficult to eat and drink. These tips may help. If water does not taste good, get more liquid in foods and other drinks. For example, eat soup or watermelon and drink tea, milk, or milk substitutes. A sports drink is another option.

If you are watching your blood sugar, there are sugar-free sports drinks available. Or you can drink water flavored with fruit juice. If food tastes bland, try adding some flavorful herbs and spices.

For example, you can try such things as lemon, garlic, cayenne, dill, or rosemary. However, if your mouth is sore, you may need to avoid too much acid, such as lemon or other citrus, or spicy heat, such as cayenne or other hot peppers.

Eat several small meals instead of 3 large meals each day. Aim for 6, to make sure the smaller meals add up to give you all the calories you need. If meat is no longer appealing, get protein from other foods. For example, try fish, eggs, cheese, beans, nuts, nut butters, tofu, or high-protein smoothies or shakes.

If you have a metallic taste in your mouth, suck on mints or lemon drops, chew gum, or try fresh citrus fruits. Use plastic utensils and cook in nonmetal pots and pans.

Also, try brushing your teeth or rinsing your mouth before eating. If you have mouth sores or a gum infection, use a blender or food processor to make the texture of vegetables and meats smooth. For added smoothness and more calories, add butter, mild sauces, gravy, or cream.

Try juicing or making smoothies. The extra moisture can help soothe a sore mouth. It is also important to let your health care team know how you are feeling, as emotional side effects can also play a role. If you are having difficulty eating and drinking because of any side effects, tell your health care team.

There are ways they can help, such as prescribing medication that relieve specific side effects. Before you take any dietary supplements during your cancer treatment, be sure to talk with your cancer care team.

This includes taking a multivitamin or other over-the-counter supplements. Taking low doses of vitamins and minerals could possibly be helpful if you cannot get all the nutrition you need from your food. But it can be harmful to take high doses of any specific supplement based on your cancer care plan.

This is true even if another health care provider recommends it. For your own safety, always talk with your oncologist and cancer care team before taking any supplement. Make sure they know about everything you are taking. It is important to be sure your food is safe , especially during cancer treatment.

Some treatments weaken the immune system, and this can raise your risk of infections. F ood-borne illness happens when harmful bacteria, viruses, or fungi contaminate food and make the person who eats the food sick. Wash your hands before you handle and prepare food.

Also wash them after touching foods such as meat or fish, before you touch other types of food. Eat fully cooked foods. For example, do not eat eggs that are not cooked solid. Avoid raw fish, oysters, and shellfish. Avoid unpasteurized foods. This includes drinks such as unpasteurized cider, raw milk, and fruit juices, and foods such as cheeses made from unpasteurized milk.

Avoid buying any food that is past its sell-by or "best by" date. If you need help with the cost of food, during cancer treatment, please talk with your health care team. They may be able to find resources to help your budget.

Follow the directions to store your food properly, such as putting foods in the refrigerator after you open them. After cancer treatment is complete, most experts recommend a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Talk with your cancer care team, including a nutrition professional, about specific nutritional and physical activity recommendations during your post-treatment survivorship.

Doctors do not yet know exactly if or how specific foods and drinks could affect cancer survival rates. But, a healthy diet is important for cancer survivors. There may be a higher risk of other health conditions, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, or weak bones, following cancer treatment.

Each survivor's needs are unique. In general, many doctors recommend the following steps in a healthy lifestyle after cancer treatment :. Limiting the amount of alcohol you drink ask your doctor about recommendations.

This information in this article is based on the ASCO recommendations for Exercise, Diet, and Weight Management During Cancer Treatment. Please note that this link takes you to another ASCO website.

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