Fueling Hope: Nutrition for Cancer Care with Jasmine Ditter & Maddi Mleziva

Nutrition is critical in cancer care, influencing treatment outcomes and recovery processes. In this episode, we sit with oncology clinical dietitians Jasmine Ditter and Maddi Mleziva from HSHS St. Vincent Hospital Cancer Centers. Both are passionate about supporting cancer patients through their dietary journeys, addressing the unique nutritional challenges of treatment. They bring a wealth of knowledge and empathy to their roles, ensuring individualized care that meets each patient’s specific needs. Together, we explore how personalized dietary guidance can make a difference, understanding patients’ fears and concerns, and navigating the sea of information often found online. Jasmine Ditter is a registered dietitian specializing in oncology nutrition for the past four years. She is dedicated to nourishing the body, mind, and soul, focusing on each patient’s struggles to provide tailored nutritional guidance. Maddi Mleziva, driven by personal connections to cancer, offers a year and a half of experience as a dietitian at the cancer center. Her individualized philosophy centers around treating each patient with compassion and care, often providing an attentive ear to understand patients beyond their medical needs. “Nutritional intake can significantly impact treatment tolerance and recovery.”~Maddi Mleziva This week on Cancer Covered: The importance of personalized dietary plans for cancer patients Navigating the influx of information from the internet with expert guidance How diet plays a crucial role in treatment outcomes and recovery Methods to manage nutritional intake during chemotherapy and radiation The impact of nutritional beverages and community resources The significant ratio of dietitians to oncology patients Addressing the psychological and emotional aspects of eating during treatment The support system involving caregivers and how it aids in cancer care We’ve Got Cancer…Covered. Thanks for tuning into this week’s Cancer Covered with Green Bay Oncology episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | GooglePlay |Deezer | Spotify | iHeart Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more oncology professionals, cancer patients, and their families. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. For more exclusive content and information, visit our website.