If you would like to make a donation to assist us in our work, click here Diet and the Cancer Patient . Try to have a small portion of food every two hours during the day. Tempt your taste buds by making your food look as attractive as possible. Put small portions on your plate and garnish the food with lemon, tomato or parsley. A glass of sherry or brandy half an hour before a meal is a good way of stimulating your appetite.
Some people find a glass of wine with their meals helps their digestion.
Keep snacks handy to nibble whenever you can. Bags of nuts, crisps, dried fruit or a bowl of grated cheese are quite light and tasty. If these are hard for you to swallow, a yogurt or fromage frais may slip down more easily. Eat your meals slowly, chew the food well and relax for a little while after each meal. Sometimes the smell of food cooking can be appetising, but occasionally it can put you off eating.