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WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CANCER
Special diets for children with cancer
Children with cancer often have increased calorie and protein needs. Protein is needed for growth and to help the body repair itself. Getting enough calories can help the body grow, heal and prevent weight loss. If your child is having trouble eating enough calories and protein, your child’s physician or dietician may suggest serving high-calorie and high-protein foods (i.e. eggs, milk, peanut butter and cheese).
Sometimes, even when high-calorie and high-protein foods are off
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NUTRITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR A CHILD WITH CANCER
The importance of good nutrition:
Good nutrition is very important for children being treated for cancer. Children with cancer often have poor appetites due to one or more of the following:
• The hospital environment
• Side effects of chemotherapy and or radiation
• Depression
• Changes in the cells of the mouth which may alter the way food tastes
• Side effects from medications
• Inadequate absorption of ca
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Managing treatment side effects and maintaining proper nutrition
• Try smaller, more frequent meals and snacks.
• Try changing the time, place and surroun
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