European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine

Abstract

After cancer diagnosis, diet and nutritional factors are important in controlling both quality and quantity of life. The oncologists should take care of the nutritional requirements for newly diagnosed patients and patients already undergoing active treatment. Physicians should also refer patients with more exhaustive nutritional requirements to dietitians and to advance the necessity of weight management and healthy diet which is low in saturated fat and simple sugars and high in fruits and vegetables and unrefined whole grains.