Harnessing the power of nutrition
Cancer Nutrition & You

Why Nutrition Matters

From diagnosis to treatment and recovery, each phase of your cancer journey will be different. All can be equally challenging. You may not feel that you have control over much right now, but by harnessing the benefits of nutrition therapy, you will have more power than you know.

Your nutritional status

Nutritional status is a critical determinant in order to increase the likelihood of a successful treatment path and ability to manage side effects.^1,2,3

A strong nutritional status means you have the right balance of protein and calories to fuel your body's healing function. With it, you will experience faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays.

However, because fighting cancer draws heavily on your body's nutrient stores, your nutritional status can become compromised. Your treatment may also change your body's metabolic needs. So while getting the nutrition you need can be a challenge, there are a number of products available to enhance what you'd normally eat—and keep your body strong for battle.

A better quality of life

Nutrition therapy works to help you:

• Maintain strength to fight fatigue
• Promote better response to treatments
• Fight muscle breakdown and weight loss
• Secure a better quality of life

Be proactive. Talk to your healthcare professional early to receive the maximum benefits of nutrition therapy. You may also want to look to the National Cancer Institute, the American Cancer Society and the Oncology Dietetic Practice Group for more information. They all acknowledge how important nutrition support is to your cancer treatment.