What kind of protein helps cancer patients recover well? 😍

During cancer treatment, the body needs more energy and protein to help maintain muscle mass, repair tissues, and keep the body healthy, whether it's surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

📌 In general, cancer patients should receive about 1-1.5 grams of protein per 1 kilogram of body weight per day, but the appropriate amount may vary according to age, weight, nutritional status, comorbidity, and treatment plan, so consult a doctor or co-dietitian.

🍳 5 selectable protein sources

1. 🥚 Eggs

It is a good quality protein, easy to eat, and can be cooked soft and easy to eat, such as boiled eggs, poached eggs, or human eggs, suitable for those who are anorexic or have difficulty chewing food.

2. 🐟 Fish

Such as white fish, salmon or mackerel provide good quality protein, and some fish contain omega-3 fatty acids. Menus can be selected, boiled, steamed or stewed for easy eating.

3. 🍗 Non-stick poultry meat

Like chicken breast or ridge in chicken, it is a good source of protein. It should be cooked and soft, such as boiled, stewed, or made into soup.

4. 🌱 Plant protein

Such as tofu, soy, soy milk or plant protein, suitable for people who are bored with meat, can be made into steamed tofu, tofu soup or soy milk.

5. 🥛 Medical diet or supplemental protein

It is suitable for those who have little diet, anorexia, weight loss, or have trouble chewing and swallowing, preferring the type and dosage to suit the individual, and should consult a doctor or dietitian before using it.

🍽️, how should protein be taken?

It is not necessary to take a large amount of protein in one meal. It is recommended to divide the protein into multiple meals throughout the day so that it is easy to eat and helps to obtain enough protein.

For example,

🌅 Breakfast: Poached Eggs + Soy Milk

☀️ Lunch: Rice + Steamed Fish + Boiled Vegetables

🌙 Dinner: Rice + Braised Chicken Breast + Tofu

🥛 during meals: Milk or supplemental medical / protein foods if the main diet is not enough.

💡 If there is anorexia, nausea, sore mouth, difficulty swallowing, or little eating, the meal should be divided into 5-6 small meals a day. Choose a soft, easy-to-chew, protein-containing meal for each meal instead of a large meal.

⚠️ Something to watch out for.

Processed meats such as bacon, sausages should be avoided, and raw raw or cooked meats should be avoided, especially during low immunity.

👩‍⚕️ focus on cooked, clean and easy-to-eat foods such as boiled, steamed or stewed. If there is kidney disease, liver disease or dietary restrictions, a doctor or dietitian should be consulted before adding protein.

❤️ It's important not to choose one of the best proteins, but to get enough protein and energy and fit for the body to help maintain strength and keep the body ready for constant healing.

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