Hi there and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear you are currently undergoing chemotherapy.

Generally speaking the advice about diet and nutrition during treatment is to eat as healthy and balanced diet as possible. Unfortunately some people do experience unpleasant side effects that can affect what they can and can't eat or tolerate food wise during treatment, which isn't ideal.

We always suggest anyone considering following an alternative diet or intermittent fasting to check with their hospital team to check it is safe for them to do so.

There have been some small studies of intermittent fasting whilst people take chemotherapy, however further research needs to be done to find out the usefulness of doing this. There is more about this on the alternative cancer diets section of the website.

We have some information about why diet is important on our website that may be helpful to read.

You may also be interested in the world cancer research funds cancer and nutrition helpline run by cancer dieticians, who may also be able to help with your queries.

I hope this is helpful and wish you all the best with your treatment.

Take care

Naomi