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Breast Cancer Chemotherapy Foods

On the occasion of World Food day, we bring to you some of the top most foods breast cancer patients should add to their diet. This being the Breast Cancer awareness month, there are more than a billion women who are suffering from Breast Cancer. In India alone, there are more than 2 million women who are battling this disease.

Being the Breast cancer Awareness month and also being World food day we at Boldsky would like to advice you that one should eat healthy when under going chemotherapy. Experts say that, when one is going through a chemotherapy session, there is a lot pressure and turmoil which the body is under. Cancer patients also have a low tendency of eating healthy foods as there is no satisfaction and urge to eat. However, when a cancer patient undergoes chemotherapy, the basic rule for them to follow is to eat healthy and to eat the correct foods.

Breast cancer patients who are battling this treacherous disease should allow their body to get used to foods which are good for them. There are tons of healthy foods Breast cancer patients should indulge in especially when they are on a chemotherapy treatment.

Take a look at these healthy foods for Breast Cancer patients:

Fruits

Fruits

Eating a full plate of fruits is one of the best options for Breast cancer patients. Fruits that are citrus in nature will soothe your pale pallet. Try fruits like oranges, lemons and watermelons too.

Potatoes

Potatoes

This starchy vegetable provide Breast cancer patients with a lot of energy. When you are undergoing a chemotherapy treatment, you need to give your body required energy. Therefore, potatoes which are boiled is an option.

Rice

Rice

White cooked rice gives you energy as well. Boiled rice and not steamed is good for Breast cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Whole grain

Whole grain

Taking on a whole grain diet is what you need. Therefore, whole grain wheat bread is much more healthier than white bread. If you are on a chemotherapy treatment, make sure that you consume only small portions before the treatment.

Pasta

Pasta

Though this is a junk food, pasta contains one ingredient which is palatable to the mouth of a cancer patient battling the disease. Pasta contains sauce which is a great add on to a meal to make the meal tasty and edible.

Lean Meat

Lean Meat

Avoid all sources of red meat when you are undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. Lean meat is a better and safer option for you to choose from as it does not contain too much of cholesterol which is harmful for the body

Beans

Beans

Any form of legumes is good for a cancer patient. Green beans is one of the most healthy foods for patients who are battling Breast cancer. Boiled beans is a safer option for you to stay strong and healthy.

Dairy products

Dairy products

when you are undergoing chemotherapy, you loose a lot of energy and feel exhausted. Therefore, to build up your energy levels you need to feed your body to dairy products.

Eggs

Eggs

The white of the egg is proved to be very beneficial to those who are battling Breast cancer. Cancer patients should have at least one egg a day before they go for their chemotherapy treatment.

Fish

Fish

One of the most healthy foods for cancer patients is fish. The main types of fish to help provide you with the loss of energy is salmon and tuna. Consume these healthy foods once in a week.

Story first published: Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 14:28 [IST]
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