Nutrition for patients with stomach cancer

The article is professionally consulted by doctors of Internal Oncology Department - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.

The menu for people with stomach cancer plays a very important role in the treatment of stomach cancer. According to the Oncology Department of Vinmec Times City Hospital, nutrition for stomach cancer patients is not like other diseases, but it is necessary to adhere to the following regimen:
1. Patients need to avoid foods. any? In your daily diet, you should cut down on foods that contain sweeteners such as sugar, candy, and sugary juices. There are many foods to absolutely avoid with stomach cancer patients because these types can damage the stomach lining more.
Sour and spicy foods such as toads, mangoes, sour grapefruits, chili vinegar... Foods that damage the surface of the stomach such as alcohol, coffee, tea... Avoid drinking milk on an empty stomach because milk enzymes are very harmful. For the stomach Avoid foods that are too hard, although bread is very healthy, but should eat soft breads, not toast. >> See also: Macrobiotics and cancer: What you need to know - Article written by T.S, B.S Pham Thi Viet Huong - Doctor of Hematology - Oncology - Hematology and Cell Therapy Unit - Medical Center Study of Cell Regeneration and Therapy, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

2. Nutritional habits need to change Stomach cancer patients always find it more difficult to eat, they can overeat and feel unappetizing all the time. Plus the body always feels tired, full of stomach and indigestion. Sometimes the patient is still nauseated and painful when the tumor affects the surface.
People who have just had surgery for stomach cancer need a large enough amount of vitamins and minerals to resist harmful external agents and increase wound healing. If it is possible to eat by mouth, supplement by making soups or pureed soups of vegetables and fruits.
For patients with metastatic stomach cancer, food choices need to be even more careful.
Food must ensure, clear origin. The food processing stage should consult experts or doctors, make a meal plan for the sick, avoid the same dishes during the day and for a week. Properly maintained nutrition for gastric cancer patients will partly reduce the possibility of tumor growth and help prolong the life of the patient. Patients should eat 6-7 meals/day, should eat soft, well-cooked food such as porridge, soup, stews... but must ensure the following groups of substances:

2.1 Protein-rich foods People with stomach cancer need to be provided with more protein from milk, eggs and cheese, for calories can add gravy and food sauce. The fat content of the food can be increased by adding oil and butter to help the patient avoid symptoms of a sudden drop in blood pressure, with or without palpitations, and a drop in blood sugar. enough iron, calcium from cabbage, broccoli, milk, eggs, cheese and bread provide calcium; vitamin D in margarine, butter, fish oil and eggs; The iron in red meat is more easily absorbed by the body than the iron found in fish, soybeans, egg yolks, green leafy vegetables and dried fruits.
2.2 Foods with low fiber Stomach cancer patients should eat whole grains (rice, corn, wheat, barley), tubers (potatoes, sweet potatoes, taro, cassava) ...). Avoid processed foods that are high in sugar, which is harmful to the body. Additives added to foods during processing and preservation are also one of the factors contributing to the increased incidence of cancer.
2.3 Fresh vegetables and fruits Fresh vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber to help strengthen the resistance, good for the digestive system, prevent and support health promotion for stomach cancer patients . Fresh fruits and vegetables not only help replenish nutrients needed by the body, but also repel diseases.

2.4 Tofu HP bacteria is the main culprit causing stomach ulcers and leading to stomach cancer. Therefore, measures to control HP bacteria are very necessary. Scientists have found that isoflavones - substances found in soybeans have the effect of inhibiting HP bacteria and have the ability to prevent malignant cells from developing into cancer. But it should be noted that people with stomach disease and especially stomach cancer need to avoid fried, deep-fried foods with a lot of fat. It is best to use fresh tofu, make steamed, boiled, stewed dishes... to ensure health.
2.5 Types of Mushrooms There are many types of mushrooms such as enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, straw mushrooms, cat mushrooms... that are no longer strange to us. Mushrooms are rich in polysaccharides that inhibit cancer cells and activate immune cells in gastric cancer patients. Mushrooms have more selenium and vitamin D to increase the body's resistance. Adding mushrooms to the menu of family dishes both helps prevent stomach cancer and strengthens the body's nutrients and resistance.

In addition, people with stomach disease should eat soft and liquid foods, porridge, crushed rice and light foods such as bread, cookies...; potatoes, taro, boiled or stewed in the form of soup. Crushed, steamed or braised fish meat; canned cow's milk, fresh cow's milk, powdered milk, butter, cheese; filtered water, mineral water...
Hopefully with the above sharing, you will have the necessary knowledge about nutrition for people with stomach cancer.
If you need more advice and examination at Vinmec Health System Hospitals nationwide, please book an appointment on the website for service.

In April & May 2021, when there is a need for gastric cancer examination and treatment at Vinmec Times City International Hospital, customers will enjoy double incentives:
- Free specialist examination and 50% discount on Esophageal and Stomach Cancer Screening Package
- 50% off cost for customers who have indications for post-examination treatment. The program is limited to the corresponding technique of each hospital and to customers who perform this treatment technique for the first time at Vinmec.