Should cancer survivors follow any specific diet? Are there any foods, nutrients, or supplements that they should avoid?
In general, cancer survivors don’t seem to be any different from anyone else in terms of what they should eat. One exception would be those taking anti-estrogen medications — like tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors – who may need to avoid soy foods. Soy contains a plant form of estrogen, so it could work against these medications. If you’re a cancer survivor and the effects of your cancer – or its treatment – are making it hard to eat well, see a registered dietitian. Together you can figure out ways to get the nutrients you need.
