Oats are not the only food that is beneficial for people with
oncology. “The best foods to fight cancer are fruits, berries, cruciferous vegetables, legumes, fatty fish and walnuts,” says Dr. Saif. "However, the determinant role of many foods has not been confirmed in randomized trials."
He warns that patients undergoing cancer therapy should avoid extreme diets in favor of a balanced diet. You should definitely consult with your doctor to find out if you need additional calories and protein to help maintain strength during treatment.
Dr. Saif also recommends that doctors and patients pay close attention to any interactions between foods and chemotherapy. In particular, during anticancer therapy, it is necessary to ensure that the food consumed has undergone sufficient heat treatment or pasteurization and does not contain pathogenic bacteria.
Experts recommend that patients diagnosed with cancer:
Choose whole grain breads and cereals.
Drink 100 percent fruit or vegetable juices.
Eat vegetables and fruits regularly.
Try meat-free dishes, such as vegetarian lasagna or vegetable cutlets.
Eat a leafy green salad for dinner if there are no contraindications to consuming raw foods.
Give preference to lean meat and fish, excluding semi-finished meat products.
There are also certain foods that should be avoided during chemotherapy. For example, during treatment with fluorouracil or capecitabine, experts do not recommend consuming anything that contains folic acid.