foods to prepare for cancer patient?

Answer 1

If they are getting chemo, smells, textures and tastes really can affect if they can eat a particular food or not. Just see what they are willing to eat. Usually something very bland. This is not the time to try out things. Just the basics. If they are just not up to eating, give them whatever they are willing to eat. It is up to them.

Answer 2

If they are taking chemo. you need to prepare bland foods, nothing spicy, little or no salt. Something that is not hard on the stomach. foods high in protean. And watch milk products, there is always a possibility that they may become lactose intolerant. Have them eat with a plastic fork or spoon that will help somewhat with the metallic taste.

Answer 3

Avoid spicy foods.

Cancer patients will need well balanced nurtrition, and often suffer from anorexia-cachexia syndrome. Metabolism increases in response to increased cancer cell production and takes the nutrition from cells who you'd rather have it. Oral lesions from chemo may contribute to poor diet. Protien is essential for healing. Good oral hygiene will aid someone to eat better.

If you or someone you know is the one with cancer, document how much you are eating. Don't be afraid of calories at this point. Try adding Ensure to the diet regimen.

Answer 4

I'm not typical since I have had little nausea from the chemo but I have noticed a few things. Spicy food will upset my stomach. That includes anything with heavy tomato sauce. It might have something to do with the high acid content. Garlic doesn't sit well either.
I crave high protein foods like eggs and chicken.
My Oncol didn't put me on any restrictions but others might be different. You might want to check to see if he/she has any recommendations.

Answer 5

Anything they want to eat.

For me it had to be fairly bland, I didn't have mouth sores but there was some tenderness. Frequent small snacks worked, big meals didn't. Just looking at a big plate full of food made me nauseated. These are foods that worked for me:

Smoothies
Tea with lots of honey
Puddings
Beef broth
Grilled chicken breast
Frozen fruit bars
Rice
Pasta with a mild sauce like clam sauce
Soups
Scrambled eggs
Cheese omelets

Answer 6

in my experience if they are terminal i prepared whatever they wanted. then held the bucket if they couldnt keep it down.