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What food is best during chemotherapy?

2018-04-12 14:01:34
My cousing suffering from bone cancer (osteosarcoma) and his 1 st chemo has been done bit he feels so weak and down, he could bot eat anything, can u suggest what are the food is best for him and which food need to avoid during his treatment?
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Encourage him to eat whatever he likes only it should be made with clean hands

Answered2018-04-12 14:18:55

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He should eat well cooked food. Avoid raw vegetables and wash fruits thoroughly.

Answered2018-04-12 14:08:17

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Whatever food you take should be freshly cooked, less oil. Avoid Citrus fruits

Answered2018-04-12 14:05:04

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