Julie Lanford

GettyImages/PixelsEffect If you are undergoing treatment for cancer, you want to stay hydrated. Here are three action steps you can take: Drink something every 2-3 hours during the day. Set an alarm or ask a friend or loved one to remind you when it’s been 2 hours. Have beverages on hand that taste good to you. If plain water isn’t appealing to your taste buds, have a variety of beverage options to choose from. Treat the Cause of Dehydration.

Treatments for cancer, and sometimes even the cancer itself, can cause poor appetite, difficulty eating, or challenges with digesting food. Staying adequately nourished can be a challenge when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Inadequate nutrition can cause weight loss, muscle loss, muscle weakness, low energy, fatigue, and delayed healing. I know there are times when you just don’t want to eat. You’re nauseated, and food just doesn’t sound good.

A cancer diagnosis usually prompts people to look for ways to improve their health, minimize treatment side effects, and decrease their risk of recurrence. In this situation, you might find friends, family members, and strangers trying to be helpful by flooding you with information about “miracle cures” and “natural” therapies. You may even find ads popping up in your social media feeds. Many of these so-called cures or therapies are sold as supplements; some may seem tempting.