Nutritional Needs for Pediatric Cancer Patients
By The Austin Hatcher Foundation
Nutritional Needs for Pediatric Cancer Patients
What to eat
- Protein: Getting enough protein can help your child heal faster from the side effects of radiation and chemotherapy, while also helping to prevent infections
- Examples: cheese, eggs, milk, yogurt, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, peanut butter, nuts, lentils, and soy
- Carbohydrates: Adding whole-grain breads and pastas to a child’s diet will increase fiber intake, helping children feel fuller longer and prevent constipation, a common side effect of cancer treatment.
- Examples: breads, pasta, potatoes, rice, cereals, fruits, corn, and beans
- Fats: Fats are also dense in calories, which is important to a child who might be losing weight during treatments.
- Examples: Healthy fats found in fish, nuts, olive oil, and vegetables, such as avocados.
For more information email info@hatcherfoundation.org
Resource: Fullmer, M. (Ed.). (2022, February). Nutritional needs for kids with cancer (for parents) - nemours kidshealth. KidsHealth.
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