Health Tip: Your Diet After Cancer Treatment
December 19, 2008, 11:02 AM ET
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Dec. 20 -- (HealthDay News) -- Once you've completed treatment for cancer, it's not the time to stop planning healthy meals.
The American Cancer Society offers these suggestions for maintaining a healthy diet after cancer treatment:
Ask you doctor if there are any foods that you should avoid.Work with a dietitian to develop a healthy and nutritious meal plan.Continue to eat at least five to seven servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Each time you shop, select a fruit or veggie that you haven't had before.Eat whole grain breads and cereals, which are high in fiber.Bake or broil, instead of frying.Stay away from smoked, pickled and salt-cured foods.Select low-fat milk and dairy products.Limit the amount of alcohol you drink.