Audra Stinchcomb, RPh, of the Albany College of Pharmacy, is basing her research on the success of nicotine patches used by smokers to kick their habits. Although cannabinoids are already available to cancer patients in pill form with the drug Dronabinol, the nausea and vomiting commonly caused by chemotherapy can make it difficult for some patients to tolerate the pill long enough for the active ingredients to work. The patch would therefore be a perfect solution, delivering a consistent dose of the drug through the skin regardless of the illness of the patient. If the nausea occurs only between meals, eat frequent, small meals, and have a snack at bedtime. Seek out foods that you like.
Many people develop a distaste for red meat and meat broths.
Exchange these for other protein sources such as fish and chicken. Eat foods with long-lasting, pleasant aromas, such as lemon drops or mints. Drink clear liquids served cold and sipped slowly. Try Popsicles, Jell-O, ice chips or frozen juice chips. Rest quietly for at least an hour after each meal.