Side Effect Management through Diet and Nutrition

Side Effect Management through Diet and Nutrition Side Effect Management through Diet and Nutrition

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1/15/2013 Tumor induced weight loss/cancer cachexia Appetite suppression Altered metabolism of Carbohydrates, fats and protein Alleviate through symptom management Use of Medium Chained Triglyceries (MCT), Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) Oral nutrition supplements Boost Plus/Ensure Plus Boost Glucose Control/Glucerna Muscle Milk Carnation Instant Breakfast Myoplex Isopure Scandishake Resource Breeze Ensure Clear Make your own 14

1/15/2013 Alleviate gas and bloating Liquids between meals Small servings, more often Limit high fat or fried foods High fiber foods may be problematic Medications Rapid emptying of stomach shortly after eating Generally occurs within 2 hours of eating Flushed skin, dizziness/lightheadedness, weakness, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea 15

1/15/2013<br />

Alleviate gas <strong>and</strong> bloating<br />

Liquids between meals<br />

Small servings, more often<br />

Limit high fat or fried foods<br />

High fiber foods may be problematic<br />

Medications<br />

Rapid emptying of stomach shortly after<br />

eating<br />

Generally occurs within 2 hours of eating<br />

Flushed skin, dizziness/lightheadedness,<br />

weakness, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting<br />

<strong>and</strong>/or diarrhea<br />

15

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