| Let us talk about myths or untrue statements about | | | | times of cancer, this could affect your spirits. The will |
| nutrition during cancer treatments. There are five | | | | to survive from cancer is highly important. Besides, |
| false popular beliefs that we should know about. At | | | | new foods, in this case, vegetables will be harder to |
| least, if we are not the cancer sufferers ourselves, | | | | enjoy. Sticking to the current diet will make life much |
| we could advice those who need it. | | | | easier. |
| 1. Myth 1, Large amounts of protein can cause the | | | | 4. Myth 4, Relatives and blood related families have |
| cancer to return | | | | the best answers |
| This is not true. Protein is much needed to help with | | | | Say they have suffered cancer and survived the |
| healing of the muscles and to prevent them from | | | | ordeal. If you rely on their information alone, this is |
| wasting. Doctors would always advise the | | | | not a smart move. You should instead only listen to |
| recommended amounts but one should never avoid | | | | your doctor for medical advices. Always check |
| protein consumption entirely. | | | | information that you have read or listened with your |
| 2. Myth 2, Juicing is a better way to consume | | | | doctor. |
| vegetables | | | | 5. Myth 5, Losing weight is a good thing |
| Certain vegetables like tomatoes require heat and oil | | | | It is very common to lose a lot of weight during |
| for our body to absorb the 'lycopene' (active | | | | cancer treatments. Weight loss is expected during |
| ingredient) that is needed. Juicing also removes fibre | | | | such events. But if there is a significant or big drop of |
| and pulp that we need for good bowel movements. | | | | weight, please consult your doctor about it. Losing a |
| 3. Myth 3, Becoming a vegetarian will improve | | | | lot of weight at a time is a sign of another underlying |
| chances of recoveryif you have been a meat eater | | | | problem. |
| all your life, undergoing a drastic lifestyle change at | | | | |