Bite By Bite: Supporting Cancer Patients Through Nutrition

Nutrition is a crucial part of cancer care. Many patients and caregivers play an active role in managing their nutrition during and after treatment. In this episode, we discuss nutrition after a cancer diagnosis with Luz Chavez and Susanne Massarani, Registered Dietitians from The University of Chicago. Learn the basics of oncology nutrition and how a good diet can help combat treatment-related weight loss and side effects. Caregivers will also benefit from tips on how to care for their loved ones when they experience appetite changes or other gastrointestinal symptoms. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  LLS Nutrition Resources and Free Consults New American Plate Graft-vs-host disease (GVHD) CAR T-cell Therapy Stem Cell Transplant Additional LLS Support Resources:  Information Specialists  Financial support Free telephone/web patient programs  Free booklets  Clinical Trial Support Center Young Adult Resources Caregiver support  Caregiver Workbook Survivorship Workbook Online chats  LLS Community  Support groups  Patti Robinson Kaufmann First Connection Program  Free Nutrition Consultations Support for this episode is provided by University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center. The post Bite By Bite: Supporting Cancer Patients Through Nutrition first appeared on The Bloodline with Blood Cancer United Podcast.