Diet
and Nutrition
Many people with pancreatic
cancer experience significant challenges in the area of diet and
nutrition. With the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, patients
should incorporate a healthy diet and nutritional plan, developed
together with a doctor or registered dietitian.
The patient's nutritional
goal should be to consume an adequate amount of fluids, calories,
protein and vitamins each day to maintain a desirable weight and
activity level. Small, frequent meals throughout the day (five
to six meals/snacks total), with each having a rich source of protein,
are usually best tolerated.
The primary nutrition
goals of changes in diet are to:
- Prevent or reverse poor nutrition.
- Maintain dose and schedule of cancer treatments.
- Manage symptoms.
- Maintain or improve weight and strength.
Before making changes
in diet or using nutritional supplements, it is important to discuss
these topics with a doctor or registered dietitian.
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