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After you finish treatment, your appetite will gradually come back. Try to eat balanced, healthy meals such as those you were eating before the treatment. No scientific studies have been made on meals to prevent the recurrence of cancer, but it is certain that appropriate eating habits help you maintain power, regenerate cells, and lead a more pleasant life.
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Always eat in a balanced way. Eating a variety of foods realizes balanced meals. |
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Eat fruits and vegetables, to get necessary vitamins, minerals and fiber. However, refrain from too much sweet fruit. |
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Eat foods containing embryo buds, such as brown rice, sprouted rice, breads and cereals containing embryo buds. They supply dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins. |
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Don’t eat too many fat, salt, sugar, alcoholic, smoked or pickled foods. You can reduce salt by drinking low-fat milk, reduce fat by boiling or simmering, or replacing soy sauce with good stock. There are also some things you can do when you eat out, such as not consuming all the soup when you eat ramen, or not putting sugar in your coffee or tea. |
If you have had an operation on your stomach or intestines, along with the chemotherapy, consult your doctor, nurses or registered dietitians to develop eating plans best suited for you.
<Tips for eating as you did before the cancer treatment>
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Fix dishes that you are accustomed to, and are easy to cook. |
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Make a couple of servings, and freeze them in storage, which you can thaw out and eat quickly when you don’t want to cook. |
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Buy ready-made dishes and salads packed for one person at the supermarket, for easier meal preparation. |
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Return to your ordinary ways of eating, such as while watching TV or listening to music. |
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Try to ask your friends and relatives to do grocery shopping and cooking for you. |
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