{"id":184,"date":"2026-07-25T07:02:47","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T07:02:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/?p=184"},"modified":"2026-07-20T07:03:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T07:03:12","slug":"what-to-eat-during-cancer-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/what-to-eat-during-cancer-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Eat During Cancer Treatment: A Practical Guide to Cancer Nutrition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Food cannot cure <a href=\"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/\">cancer<\/a>, but good nutrition can make a meaningful difference during treatment and recovery. Eating well helps maintain strength, supports healing, and may improve the body\u2019s ability to cope with treatment side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Why Nutrition Matters During Cancer Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Questions about food are among the most common concerns for people undergoing cancer treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Patients often ask:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">\u201cWhat should I eat during chemotherapy?\u201d<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">\u201cShould I stop sugar completely?\u201d<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">\u201cDo I need supplements?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">These are important questions, and it is understandable to feel confused given the amount of advice available online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The truth is that there is no single \u201ccancer diet\u201d that works for everyone. Nutrition needs vary depending on the type of cancer, treatment being given, appetite, digestion, and overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">What we do know is that maintaining good nutrition helps the body stay stronger during treatment and supports recovery afterward.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Why Malnutrition Happens in Cancer?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Many patients are surprised to learn that poor nutrition is common during cancer treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Cancer itself can affect the way the body uses energy and nutrients. At the same time, treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery may make eating difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Common problems include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Nausea or vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Mouth ulcers or soreness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Changes in taste or smell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Difficulty swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Weight loss and weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">In some cancers &#8211; particularly cancers of the mouth, throat, food pipe, stomach, pancreas, and intestine &#8211; maintaining nutrition can become especially challenging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Poor nutrition may affect energy levels, healing, and tolerance to treatment, which is why doctors often pay close attention to weight and eating habits during therapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">So, What Does a Good Cancer Diet Look Like?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">For most patients, the goal is simple:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Eat enough calories and protein to maintain strength and body weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">A balanced diet usually includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Fruits and vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Whole grains and cereals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dal, beans, and legumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Eggs, fish, chicken, or lean meat where appropriate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dairy products such as curd, paneer, or milk if tolerated<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">For vegetarian patients, good protein sources include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dal and pulses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Paneer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Curd<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Soy products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Sprouts (well-cooked if immunity is low)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Nut pastes or peanut chutney<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Simple Indian meals such as khichdi, dal-rice, curd rice, soft rotis, idli, upma, soups, or porridge are often easier to tolerate during treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Protein Matters More Than Many People Realise<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">One common issue during treatment is muscle loss and weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Protein helps support:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Muscle strength<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Healing and tissue repair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Immune function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Recovery after treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">If appetite is poor, eating small protein-rich meals throughout the day may feel easier than trying to eat large meals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Sometimes, doctors or dietitians may recommend nutritional supplements or protein powders. If commercial supplements are expensive or difficult to tolerate, simple homemade high-protein foods may also help.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #dbe7ff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 24px; margin: 35px 0; box-shadow: 0 5px 18px rgba(0,0,0,.08);\">\n<div style=\"display: inline-block; background: #e9f3ff; color: #0d6efd; padding: 6px 12px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 15px;\">RELATED ONCOLOGY EVENT<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #000000; font-size: 28px;\">5th Indo Oncology Summit 2026<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.8; color: #000000; margin-bottom: 18px;\">Interested in the latest developments in oncology? Join leading oncologists, researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry experts to explore innovations in cancer treatment, supportive care, precision medicine, and multidisciplinary cancer management.<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; color: #000000; line-height: 2;\"><b>\ud83d\udcc5 Date:<\/b> 21\u201322 November 2026<br \/>\n<b>\ud83d\udccd Venue:<\/b> Chennai, India<\/div>\n<p><a style=\"background: #0d6efd; color: #fff; padding: 13px 24px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; font-weight: 600; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indooncologysummit.com\/\">Explore the Summit \u2192<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Managing Common Side Effects Through Diet<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>If You Feel Nauseous<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Try:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Small, frequent meals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Plain or lightly spiced foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dry snacks such as toast or biscuits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Cold or room-temperature foods if smells worsen nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Heavy, oily meals may feel harder to tolerate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>If You Have Mouth Ulcers or Mouth Pain<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Some cancer treatments can cause soreness in the mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Soft foods are often easier, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Khichdi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Soft rice preparations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dal soups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Curd rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Mashed vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Smooth porridges<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Avoid very spicy, acidic, or rough foods if they worsen discomfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>If Food Tastes Different<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Changes in taste are common during chemotherapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Patients sometimes describe food tasting metallic or unusually bitter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Trying:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Lemon-flavoured foods (if mouth ulcers are absent)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Cooler foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Different textures and flavours<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">may help improve intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>If You Have Dry Mouth<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Try:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Frequent sips of water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Moist foods with gravy or curd<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Soups and softer foods<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dry foods may become difficult to swallow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Food Safety During Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">During chemotherapy, immunity may sometimes become weaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">To reduce infection risk:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Avoid stale food<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Be careful with raw or undercooked meat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Avoid unpasteurised dairy products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Be cautious with roadside food if hygiene is uncertain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Your treating team may give additional precautions depending on your blood counts and treatment type.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/food-as-fuel-redefining-the-role-of-oncological-nutrition-for-cancer\/\">Food as Fuel: Redefining the Role of Nutrition in Contemporary Cancer Care<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>What About Supplements and Special Diets?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Many patients hear about special diets online &#8211; including alkaline diets, juice cleanses, strict fasting, or claims that avoiding all sugar can \u201cstarve cancer.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">At present, there is no reliable scientific evidence that these diets cure cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">In fact, highly restrictive diets may worsen weakness and weight loss during treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Similarly, taking high-dose vitamins or supplements without medical advice is not always safe and may sometimes interfere with treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Before starting any supplement, herbal product, or major diet change, it is always worth discussing it with your doctor or dietitian.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Nutrition After Cancer Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Good nutrition continues to matter after treatment ends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Recovery is often gradual, and many survivors benefit from:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Maintaining a healthy body weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Eating balanced meals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Staying physically active<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Limiting alcohol and processed foods<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">For many people, cancer becomes an opportunity to build healthier habits for the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-194 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nutrition-After-Cancer-Treatment.png\" alt=\"Nutrition After Cancer Treatment\" width=\"856\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nutrition-After-Cancer-Treatment.png 856w, https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nutrition-After-Cancer-Treatment-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/iaioncology.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nutrition-After-Cancer-Treatment-768x359.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 856px) 100vw, 856px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>A Final Word<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">You do not need a \u201cperfect\u201d diet during cancer treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">On difficult days, the priority is often simply eating enough and staying nourished.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Small, practical steps &#8211; eating regular meals, including enough protein, staying hydrated, and asking for help when eating becomes difficult &#8211; can make a real difference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">If eating has become challenging, please speak to your doctor or dietitian. Nutrition support is an important part of cancer care, not an extra.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>References<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Arends J, Bachmann P, Baracos V, et al. ESPEN guidelines on nutrition in cancer patients. <i>Clinical Nutrition<\/i>. 2017;36(1):11\u201348.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Fearon K, Strasser F, Anker SD, et al. Definition and classification of cancer cachexia: an international consensus. <i>Lancet Oncology<\/i>. 2011;12(5):489\u2013495.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Rock CL, Thomson CA, Sullivan KR, et al. American Cancer Society nutrition and physical activity guideline for cancer survivors. <i>CA Cancer J Clin<\/i>. 2022;72(3):230\u2013262.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Ravasco P. Nutrition in cancer patients. <i>Journal of Clinical Medicine<\/i>. 2019;8(8):1211.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Muscaritoli M, Arends J, Bachmann P, et al. ESPEN practical guideline: Clinical nutrition in cancer. <i>Clinical Nutrition<\/i>. 2021.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Food cannot cure cancer, but good nutrition can make a meaningful difference during treatment and recovery. Eating well helps maintain strength, supports healing, and may improve the body\u2019s ability to cope with treatment side effects. 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