Nutrition for cancer
- Good nutrition is important for cancer patients.
- Healthy eating habits are important during and after cancer treatment.
- A registered dietitian is an important part of the healthcare team.
- Cancer and cancer treatments may cause side effects that affect nutrition.
- Cancer and cancer treatments may cause malnutrition.
- Anorexia and cachexia are common causes of malnutrition in cancer patients.
- Good nutrition is important for cancer patients.
Good nutrition is important for good health. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after cancer treatment can help.