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Posted 10/14/2009 5:33 PM (GMT 0)
I asked my Radiation Oncologist this week if I needed to be on any special diet during this 8 week period.  She said no, but that I needed to get in as many calories as I can, and as much protein as I wanted.  She said the radiation will slow down the bodie's natural healing ability in a lot of ways.  She is also aware that nausea and vomiting can become a problem, making it more difficult to want to eat.  I lost 3 lbs my  first week without trying.  Sounds like a catch 22 in the making to me, lol.

Looking for any experienced input on this subject.

 

Posted 10/14/2009 5:40 PM (GMT 0)
hmmmmm. When you're not feeling nauseous - eat like a pig idea
Posted 10/14/2009 5:43 PM (GMT 0)
Hi dave i got a foods to avoid and foods to eat if you want a copy of it can you give me a e-mail address and i will scan it for you
Posted 10/14/2009 5:45 PM (GMT 0)
6071 my email addy is next to my name, but here it is again [email protected]

thanks for the info
Posted 10/14/2009 6:11 PM (GMT 0)
dave e-mail sent pdf file
Posted 10/14/2009 8:12 PM (GMT 0)
David, when John and I met with our rad onc, she suggested that he limit his intake of fiber, including fruits and veges, to about 3 or so servings a day especially during the second half of the treatment period. She said that in her experience, men often experience bowel issues (mostly soft stools or diarrhea) and that limiting the intake of fiber would help. Doctor said pasta would be a good choice - fortunately, John loves his pasta!
Posted 10/14/2009 8:39 PM (GMT 0)
Sephie, sounds like good advice. My doctor did ask about my bowels, but I have the opposite problem, as I am more on the contispated side due to pain meds, which as of now, no longer need. Unlike your John, not a big fan of pasta. Hope he is holding up well.

David in SC
Posted 10/14/2009 8:42 PM (GMT 0)
David,
I had a list of foods to avoid, but ate everything and nothing bothered me except caffine and alcohol.
JohnT
Posted 10/14/2009 8:46 PM (GMT 0)
Purg, how's about Mac & Cheese? Great comfort food! Better with soft sliced white bread and cold butter! Now you know what my Mother fed me! :-)

Hang in there...
Garth
Posted 10/14/2009 8:47 PM (GMT 0)
John, that's interesting. Perhaps its good that I haven't drank alcohol in over 36 years and have been caffine free for over 20. My single weaknes from a dietary point of view is in sweets, particularly chocolate. My blood sugar is always excellent, so not too worried about diabetes at this point. Chocolate is good for my emotional well being, but I guess I could learn some moderation.
Posted 10/14/2009 8:54 PM (GMT 0)
Dave,
The guys on EBRT prostate pointers sware by Metamucil. I took it every day and had no bowel issues; it works both ways, it firms up loose stools and losens up hard stools.
JT
Posted 10/14/2009 9:03 PM (GMT 0)
John, my wife has been using that for year, perhaps I should give it a try. Normally, I am as regular as a good Rolex watch.
Posted 10/14/2009 9:12 PM (GMT 0)
David, John T's advice about Metamucil reminded me that I also read the same thing ... it's good for both problems. I remember reading it on some website re radiation treatment and side effects.

I do hope you find something that helps with the nausea and stomach cramps...
Posted 10/14/2009 10:47 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you Sephie. I will keep all of you guys advice in mind. Cramps started hitting me earlier this evening, I suspect there won't be a lot of fun in the weeks ahead.
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