Blood cancer affects the body cells. Consumption of certain types of diet or foods can be beneficial during this time, such as fat free dairy products, healthy oil, grains, green vegetables etc. At the same time, green tea and chili masala-rich foods should be avoided. In this article you will know what to eat and what not to eat in blood cancer-

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  1. What To Eat In Blood Cancer?
  2. What Not To Eat In Blood Cancer
  3. Other Things That Are Harmful In Blood Cancer
  4. Summary
Doctors for What to Eat and What Not to Eat When You Have Blood Cancer

Blood cancer affects the blood cells. During this time, the right amount of nutrients are necessary to maintain immunity. Therefore, include iron-rich fruits and vegetables in your diet and stay away from neutropenic diets. Know in detail what to eat and what not to eat in blood cancer-

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Benefits Of Fiber Rich Foods

Constipation is also the biggest side-effect of chemotherapy. To get relief from constipation, one should eat things rich in fiber. Fiber helps in breaking down food and digesting it well. This does not cause problems in bowel activities. Therefore, eat apples, peaches, dry fruits, whole grains and oatmeal etc. All these things are good sources of fiber.

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Benefits Of Iron Rich Foods

During blood cancer, cancer cells also destroy healthy blood cells. Therefore, there is a shortage of red blood cells in the body. To compensate for this deficiency, iron-rich foods should be consumed. Lean meat, beans, green and leafy vegetables are good sources of iron and they help in making blood.

Benefits Of Fruits And Vegetables

Blood cancer destroys the cells of the body in a way. Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants that help the body to stand up again. If you want to eat vegetables, then eat cooked vegetables. Eating raw vegetables or fruits can increase the risk of infection.

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Benefits Of Dairy Products

Do not eat fat-rich foods in case of blood cancer. Consuming a diet rich in calcium can also be harmful for health. Therefore, whenever you feel like it, you can eat low-fat dairy products.

Benefits Of Eating Fruits

The side effects of cancer may include sore mouth. Therefore, eat easily chewable foods. Such as porridge, oats or mashed potatoes etc. If you are suffering from diarrhea, these foods are helpful in digestion. They are also easily digested.

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Benefits Of Vitamins And Minerals

Get a diet chart prepared by a doctor or nutritionist, which can fulfill all the requirements of vitamins and minerals. If the need of vitamins is not being met by the diet, then take supplements. Some essential nutrients include iron, folate, fish oil and vitamin-D.

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Due to weakened immunity in blood cancer, the risk of infection increases. Therefore, take only that diet which is beneficial for the body. Avoid consuming too much spices, alcohol, sour fruits etc. Know in detail what things should not be eaten in blood cancer-

Half-cooked Meat

Meat and fish are a good source of protein and play an important role in cancer diets, but only when they are cooked properly. If they remain half raw, the pathogens present in them can enter the body and weaken the immune system further. Patients undergoing chemotherapy should take special care of this.

Unpasteurized Drinks

If beverages like milk or tea are not boiled properly, some pathogens remain present in them. They can reach the body and spread infection as well as reduce immunity power. This makes it more difficult for the body to fight cancer.

Unwashed Vegetables And Fruits

During blood cancer, one should also keep washing his hands frequently, otherwise the risk of spreading infection can be high. Similarly, do not consume unwashed fruits and vegetables. The chemicals applied on them can harm the body.

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  • Foods with high sugar content
  • Foods with high oil content
  • Too hot or too cold
  • Alcohol
  • Foods with spicy food
  • Caffeine
  • Apple juice
  • Too many citrus fruits
  • Tomatoes and tomato sauces

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Along with treatment, changes made in lifestyle can also help a lot in winning this battle against cancer. Energy can be regained by eating fruits, vegetables, foods rich in vitamins and minerals and by being a little active. However, undercooked meat and spicy food can be harmful. Not only this, avoid any kind of radiation or chemical exposure. Also, consult a dietician or doctor before taking any kind of diet.

Dr. Akash Dhuru

Dr. Akash Dhuru

Oncology
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