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Patients and caregivers of all cancer types can receive free nutrition education and consultations through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Nutrition Education Services Center . Personalized...

Anemia During Cancer Treatment Page

Anemia is a condition that occurs when the body does not have an adequate amount of red blood cells. There are several types of anemia with a variety of causes....

Nutrition Tips for Managing Diarrhea Page

Diarrhea has many causes that include radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, infections, or certain medications. Bouts of diarrhea can be brief or persist for long periods of time. Diarrhea occurs when foods...

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Cancer Side Effects: Neuropathy Page

Your nervous system has two parts: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The central nervous system includes the brain and the spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system...

Cancer Side Effects: Tips for Managing Chemo Brain Page

Many cancer survivors report issues during and after cancer treatment including: memory loss forgetfulness loss of concentration confusion These side effects result from changes in the cognitive (thinking) processes of...

Does Sugar “Feed” Cancer? Page

This question is common among people impacted by cancer. The internet is flooded with cancer-related nutrition information. It can be difficult to decide what claims are based in fact and...

Zesty Asian Turkey and Mango Stir-fry Blog Post

Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is essential to a healthy diet. This salad features fruit, vegetables, and even a lean protein to create a healthy, balanced meal in...

Food Prep Tips for Caregivers Page

Fatigue, sensitivity to odors, and other side effects may make preparing food difficult for your loved one. Stress is another factor that may affect meal planning and cooking. Cognitive changes...

Food Safety During Cancer Treatment Page

The immune system is often weakened by cancer treatments, making the body more susceptible to foodborne illness. White bloods help protect against infection. Unfortunately, chemotherapy drugs are not able to...