Chemotherapy & Gut health
In India cancer patients are increasing like never before. The common
treatment of cancer includes chemotherapy and radiation along with
surgery. This chemotherapy brings with it some major side effects and
one of them is- intestinal inflammation.
This intestinal inflammation reduces the absorption of vital
nutrients which are must for your speedy recovery.
Major nutrients are absorbed in your body through your
intestinal lining. Hence, it is important to maintain
intestinal health in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Your food can be your medicine. So, let us see-
How your food can help to heal your intestinal
damage caused by chemotherapy?
Glutamine:
- Glutamine is an amino acid which improves your digestion
by protecting your intestinal lining.
- It also prevents constipation & diarrhea.
- It is a type of amino acid which generally is produced by
your body.
- However, in some of the major illnesses & in chemotherapy,
your body can not produce it in enough quantity. Hence, you
need to take it from natural sources.
- Now a days glutamine supplements are also available- but,
you should not take it on your own. You need to take it under
expert Observation.
Good natural vegetarian sources of glutamine are:
Nuts
- Almond
- Peanuts
- Pista
Legumes:
- Chickpeas
- Green peas
Veggies:
- Spinach
- Lettuce
- Red cabbage
In addition to glutamine, there are many such dietary
support that can make your recovery fast and more
comfortable. Consult your qualified dietitian now!
That’s all for today.
See you next Tuesday with another Tuesday tip.
Till then…… Take care….
Providing simple solutions for the complexities of life….
Dr. Bhumita Makwana
Your Dietitian & Cosmetic Clinician
