Should people with cancer take supplements?

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Should people with cancer take supplements?

Since I have cancer, many people recommend taking supplements to improve their condition.

Please consult a doctor about whether to use functional foods and how to use them safely? (Nam).

Reply:

Hello,

On the market today there are many functional foods that are proven to bring health benefits. However, people with cancer must study carefully to choose which functional foods are appropriate and safe for their condition.

Over the past time, researchers around the world have a lot of controversy about the potential benefits and risks of using functional foods for cancer patients being treated. Basically, pills that provide vitamins and minerals do not exceed the recommended daily intake (RDA) that can be safely used during cancer treatment. However, antioxidants and mineral supplements, plant nutrients and plants act as antioxidants, which are recommended not to be used during treatment.

Note: Functional supplements that support immunity such as amino acids and protein powders are safe for patients. However, make sure that they are produced from reputable pharmaceutical companies, with full certification of the authorities.

In short, to ensure safety, when you want to use any therapeutic support product, you should seek advice from a treating doctor or a registered dietitian. This is to ensure that the supply of nutrients provides benefits rather than overloading the body and wasting money.

Love.

Nutrition consultant
Parkway Cancer Center, Singapore

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