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Weight loss - some days I don't have much of an appetite. Can anyone recommend any foods that are easy to eat and can help me put on weight?

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I have stage 4 kidney cancer (left kidney), with the cancer having spread to my lungs and lymph nodes.  Nearing the end of my immunotherapy treatment (pembrolizumab), but will continue on my anti cancer tablets (axitinib).

Been lucky that I've responded to treatment and I'm stable currently. 

Had considerable weight loss at start of cancer journey (2 years ago), but have been losing a bit of weight again since April. I blame the daily tablets. Appetite is not good some days.

Anyone got any tips on foods they have found easy to eat and any foods they have added to there diet to help them put on a bit of weight - i try to have a healthy diet?

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    Hi, when i was having treatment i had horrific nausea and no appetite. I lived on Lidls banana high protein drink. i found it tasted better than fortisip. i checked with my breast care team first and they were happy with it. Also Complan is a good one. Good Luck on your Journey 

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    Hi, when i was having treatment i had horrific nausea and no appetite. I lived on Lidls banana high protein drink. i found it tasted better than fortisip. i checked with my breast care team first and they were happy with it. Also Complan is a good one. Good Luck on your Journey 

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