The information in this post is gleaned from a number of areas on the internet,both medical institutes and other specialists in nutrition for cancer patients.
What I have found is that Radiotherapy used for cancer treatment of the head and neck can have harmful effects in your mouth. This includes dryness and soreness that greatly increases the risk of tooth decay, gum disease and infections.
Your oral and dental health needs to be as good as possible to reduce treatment side effects and keep your mouth feeling comfortable. Achieving good oral health is hard work but a good dental team will help you with this. Stopping smoking will also be extremely helpful for your mouth, the cancer and also for your future dental treatment.
You can prevent adverse dental problems by brushing your teeth regularly and use a fluoride mouthwash after drinks, snacks and meals.
Your general health is also very important and a well balanced diet containing enough energy, protein, vitamins and minerals is essential to help you recover from treatment as quickly as possible. You may find it difficult to eating solids due to the dryness and soreness of the mouth area, that being the case a liquid diet maybe more appropriate. Smoothies made of vegetables, fruits packed with protein and minerals will help to keep your weight up and helps to build the immune system.
It is very important that during and after the cancer treatment your diet is properly monitored by a nutritionist.
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Shapeworks Formula 1
Protein Powder
Rose OX (Antioxidant)
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