Dietitian/Nutritionist, Gurgaon
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During the chemotherapy period, warm and spicy foods should be avoided at all times
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It is a common knowledge that chemotherapy is always accompanied by intense nausea. Food that is heated, rich in spice or excessively fatty can only increase feelings of nausea. It is best to stick to foods that are cold or at room temperature and low on fat and spice.
Chemotherapy leads to a spike in red blood cell count
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Chemotherapy is known to cause anemia, which reduces red blood cell count and leads to chronic fatigue. Depending on the severity of the case, this is dealt by taking medicines or a blood transfusion.
Oral and dental procedures should be avoided during the chemotherapy period
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Intense and severe mouth sores are a very common side effect of chemotherapy. During this time, it is advisable to opt out of any kind of oral or dental procedures as it may lead to bleeding, pain, infections and other complications.
Which of the following digestive tract disorders occur due to chemotherapy?
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Each individual that undergoes chemotherapy responds to it in a different capacity. While some are struck by intense diarrhea, others have to deal with constipation. In other cases, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the predominant gastrointestinal disorder.
What is the best way to modify your diet in order to deal with the effects of chemotherapy?
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The best way to deal with the nausea and appetite loss that occurs due to chemotherapy is by consuming small meals at regular intervals throughout the day. The smaller the meal size, the more easily it is digested.
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