Chemotherapy and radiotherapy is one of the important means of cancer, but in the process, the patient's physical condition and appetite will be affected, resulting in insufficient nutrient intake, which will further affect the recovery of the body. Therefore, a reasonable diet is very important for patients with chemoradiotherapy. Today, I would like to introduce to you some dietary suggestions suitable for patients with radiotherapy and chemotherapy to help patients maintain their "stomach".
1. Light and easy-to-digest food.
Patients with chemotherapy and radiotherapy are prone to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal distention, so the diet should be light and easy to digest. Some soups, porridges, noodles, etc. are good choices, such as millet porridge, yam porridge, noodles, steamed buns, etc. In addition, you can also eat some protein-rich foods such as tofu and eggs in moderation.
2. Vitamin-rich foods.
During chemotherapy and radiotherapy, the patient's immunity will be affected, so it is necessary to consume vitamin-rich foods to strengthen the immunity. Fresh vegetables and fruits are good options such as spinach, broccoli, citrus, kiwi, etc. In addition, you can also eat some nut foods in moderation, such as walnuts, almonds, etc.
3. Mineral-rich foods.
During chemoradiotherapy, patients are prone to some symptoms of mineral deficiency, so they need to consume mineral-rich foods to replenish them. Some seafood, beans, nuts, etc. are good choices, such as kelp, seaweed, soybeans, walnuts, etc. In addition, you can also eat some meat, eggs and other foods in moderation to supplement protein and minerals.
4. Stomach food.
During chemotherapy and radiotherapy, the patient's stomach is easily damaged, so it is necessary to eat some stomach-nourishing foods to protect the gastric mucosa. Millet porridge and yam porridge are all good choices, which can promote the repair and regeneration of the gastric mucosa and reduce the symptoms of stomach discomfort. In addition, you can also eat some red dates, wolfberries and other foods that replenish qi and blood in moderation to enhance the body's immunity.
In short, the diet of patients with radiotherapy and chemotherapy should be reasonably matched according to their own conditions, and mainly light and easy to digest, rich in vitamins and minerals, and stomach-nourishing food. At the same time, patients should also maintain a good attitude and Xi.