Cancer Patients' Dietary Guidelines

Cancer patients can consume tremella fuciformis and black fungus regularly, as both possess antiviral properties. Malignant tumors can lead to abdominal distension and pain in patients, and white gourd can be consumed to promote gastrointestinal digestion and absorption, while also enhancing immunity. It is worth noting that cancer patients should avoid overly nourishing foods such as ginseng and pilose antler, and should abstain from alcohol and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Recommended Foods for Cancer Patients

1. Tremella fuciformis:

   Tremella fuciformis has always been consumed as a nourishing food. Even after being diagnosed with a malignant tumor, it remains beneficial for patients. Consuming tremella fuciformis can enhance the immune system and provide strong antiviral protection.

2. Chinese kale:

   While many consider Chinese kale to be an ordinary vegetable, it actually serves as an anticancer and chemopreventive food for malignant tumors. Upon digestion and absorption, Chinese kale degrades into a substance that exhibits significant anticancer effects.

3. White gourd:

   Many cancer patients experience frequent abdominal distension. White gourd, rich in dietary fiber, can promote gastrointestinal digestion and absorption, providing relief for abdominal discomfort. Additionally, it helps enhance the immune system to fight against cancer.

Foods to Avoid for Cancer Patients

1. Milk:

   Although milk is rich in nutrients, cancer patients are advised to consume less milk as the calcium and phosphorus in milk can bind with iron in the body, leading to iron deficiency.

2. Greasy foods:

   Cancer patients should adhere to a bland diet and avoid greasy foods, which can disrupt digestion and affect hematopoiesis.

3. Spicy foods:

   Cancer patients should avoid spices such as chili, ginger, pepper, raw onions, and garlic when cooking as they can lead to blood heat disorders, which are detrimental to health.

4. Yang-boosting foods:

   Foods like mutton, dog meat, goose, pigeon, and sparrow are considered yang-boosting and contain hormones, which cancer patients should avoid and instead consume foods with a more moderate nature.

5. Tea:

   Excessive tea consumption can also lead to anemia symptoms. Cancer patients should avoid these beverages and focus on drinking plenty of water instead.

6. Alcohol:

   High-concentration alcohol can cause chronic damage to the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, and increase body heat. Cancer patients should avoid alcohol, even when cooking.