I have a realitave that is going through Chemo due to cancer. I have heard of weight gain smoothies but was wondering what works and what will stay down. I have heard what works but i was looking for answers from people who has survived or who is living with it. Thank you
2006-07-05 16:03:59 · 15 answers · asked by lambofan2003 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
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2006-07-05 16:07:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
As others have said...whatever your relative feels up to eating is great. When I was on chemo, my mom fixed filet mignon, salad, and baked potato once a week to keep my red blood counts up. Sometimes it helps to eat foods at a different temperature than you normally would eat them, i.e. let hot foods cool down and warm cold foods. Encourage your relative to nibble throughout the day and not try to eat a whole meal in one sitting. If necessary, meal replacement drinks, such as Ensure, are a good option. One other thing I experienced during chemo was a metallic taste in my mouth, which did not help the taste of food. I got in the habit of brushing my teeth, and tongue, first thing in the morning and several times throughout the day. Your relative's doctor and/or cancer center can provide you with more tips. Best wishes!
2006-07-12 14:50:51 · answer #2 · answered by Kat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not saying this to start a riot here but Medical Marijuana would be the best thing for them! It keeps the person from getting sick to their stomach and gives them an appetite all at once! I have a mother that had the same thing and she still smokes it for her headaches because she refuses to take narcotics! Go mom! She is one of the biggest prudes on the face of the earth and if she can do is so can your relative, at that point who cares what the stinking law thinks, we have put such a stigma on marijuana and it has a wonderful purpose other than escaping life like most people use it for! Eating should be whatever is wanted at that time. I would suggest staying away from rich food with high fat content. Fresh fruits at this time of year will perfect and chicken in a salad without heavy dressing. My heart is with you!
2006-07-05 23:10:27 · answer #3 · answered by soniaatcalifornia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can eat anything I am 6 months free went through chemo for 9 months and radiation for 2 and I had no restrictions. Just a suggestion eat iron fortified food to help keep your blood count up. My blood count only dropped once in the 9 months which is good... Good Luck to your relative. Be Strong
2006-07-06 11:36:32 · answer #4 · answered by Tonya H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetie, i have lost a loved one this way.. she had a rare cancer... was a fighter right to the end. Yes, many do survive and I wish you all the luck in the world and hope for the best for relative. Let the person eat anything thier heart desires cause you never know what will happen. Enjoy that person all the days you can and most of all tell them you love them just in case.
2006-07-05 23:09:10 · answer #5 · answered by italliansweety67 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have read in psychology books that your body associates any food consumed during the actual chemo with the sickness that follows. If you don't consume anything, then the body will associate most foods with the sick feeling. The author suggested that the patient suck on lemon drops during the actual chemo, and the body will associate the lemon drop with the sickness but not other foods. It's just a theory, but it may work.
2006-07-05 23:09:32 · answer #6 · answered by akatd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the person and the treatment. Some people may be able to keep certain foods down while others can't. I'd ask your relative and find out what is working best for them.
For me, after each treatment, for like 3 days, I would just eat mac n cheese, mashed potatoes with cheese mixed in, and eggs with cheese (yes-you can sense a theme. We were using the cheese for protein).
2006-07-08 00:07:52 · answer #7 · answered by Janelle M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom has breat cancer and has done Chemo. The best suggestion is to have your relative eat organic foods (does not have chemicals), and to eat low fat foods. It is vital that they eat healty since the body is unable to function normal while under chemo. To be specific, White beets are excellent to eat because it helps to produce/restore white blood cells that are lost during chemo.
2006-07-05 23:16:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am afraid that my sister did not survive.
She did, however, keep up her weight and energy for some time by drinking things like PowerAde, Gatorade, Yogurt smoothies, and things of that nature.
I wish your relative all the luck and my prayers.
I do not wish this experience on anyone...
I truly feel for you and the person you are referring to.
The weight gain smoothies did not seem to work for her, for the record. They just made her nauseated.
Which, kind of reversed what we were trying to do.
2006-07-05 23:09:18 · answer #9 · answered by rvogelpohl2001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My hubby was told to eat a high protein diet, because one of his meds would increase his metabolism. As far as things staying down, everyone is different. My hubby got antisipatory nausea and would get sick just before treatment, though during treatment could eat again with no problem. My son was never sick and told to eat whatever he wanted. Have your family member ask their doctor for the best advice.
2006-07-07 19:45:13 · answer #10 · answered by tessasmomy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, eat organic. Drink good water. Give that poor, beleaguered immune system a break. NO SUGAR.
As a former cancer patient, I learned about two way food -- food that tastes as good coming back up as it did going down. Very important to avoid highly acidic foods.
Hope this helps!
2006-07-06 00:15:40 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋