Protein Drinks?
When I was first entering treatment, my cancer center said NO supplements. But, would this be considered a supplement?
I just hate to call and ask a silly question, if it is one.
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It's not silly
It's an important question! I would think protein drinks would qualify as a suppliment and my onc wouldn't let me do anything either. The nurses suggested Ensure or Carnation Instant Breakfast when I had no appetite and that was okay. Soooooo, call and ask for the docs interpretation. It's the only way to be sure.0 -
Show it to your oncologist
MIne actually gave me a list of ones that he said I could do.0 -
Same as skipperskipper54 said:It's not silly
It's an important question! I would think protein drinks would qualify as a suppliment and my onc wouldn't let me do anything either. The nurses suggested Ensure or Carnation Instant Breakfast when I had no appetite and that was okay. Soooooo, call and ask for the docs interpretation. It's the only way to be sure.
I was told ensure and carnation also. MOLLYZ0 -
I dont think whey proteinsweetvickid said:Show it to your oncologist
MIne actually gave me a list of ones that he said I could do.
I dont think whey protein would be bad. should probably avoid soy. I make proteinbars with whey protein and would have eaten them during chemo. (if I had been able to eat during chemo LOL)0 -
My oncologistcarkris said:I dont think whey protein
I dont think whey protein would be bad. should probably avoid soy. I make proteinbars with whey protein and would have eaten them during chemo. (if I had been able to eat during chemo LOL)
My oncologist said NO to Ensure.It is high in soy but the bars are OK.They only contain a little soy.Ensure and Soy milk I can't drink.
I thought of some ideas since I want to gain 10 lbs.I mentioned to my Breast Surgeon about Fusion.At first he was hesitant(because of the sodium) but then he said it wouldn't hurt me.I am drinking Fusion and love it. Better than any other drink.Even my caffeine free coke.And it is healthy.It contains antioxdents.You get all the fruits and vegetables you need in one day with 3 glasses.
Lynn Smith0 -
If you are ER and PRcarkris said:I dont think whey protein
I dont think whey protein would be bad. should probably avoid soy. I make proteinbars with whey protein and would have eaten them during chemo. (if I had been able to eat during chemo LOL)
If you are ER and PR positive, you want to avoid soy according to my oncologist. You will still get some, as, it is hidden in some foods, but, just do your best.0
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