Eating may be the last thing you want to do because treatments have made your taste change, your mouth sore or robbed you of any appetite at all. It is important to note that without proper nutrition, your endurance during treatments and recovery may be severely hampered. Many cancers and treatments increase the amount of calories you burn. It is common, however, to have a poor appetite as you go through treatment. Your body needs protein to repair its good cells damaged during treatment.
Protein is found in animal and non-animal foods.