In the modern world, people are constantly running. Running towards something in the hopes of achieving what they want. Have you ever stopped and asked yourself why you are working so hard?
No, right?
Nowadays, people are working hard just to survive. When you actually think about it, it all comes down to a few key elements, and food is one of them. In my opinion, food is what we are all working for.
Food is our boss.
This is a hypothetical question, but do you think that this world would be this competitive if food was free? I don’t think so.
Food is essential, and we are the only species paying for it. Well, that’s a different issue, I guess. The point is we need food. And for some people, food is more than a necessity.
Food is love.
But sometimes, people with various health conditions are forced to eat certain types of food. Not being able to eat what you like is a prison sentence. Cancer patients deal with this issue every day. In this post, we’ll discuss what food is recommended for Mesothelioma patients.
What exactly is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that occurs on the outer surface of some organs. This type of cancer is primarily caused by asbestos exposure.
With medical advancements, quality of life is improved and so is life expectancy. But unfortunately, there is no cure for this disease. The Mesothelioma Group Site is a community that supports mesothelioma patients. Like this, many support groups are available for patients, both online and in brick-and-mortar, so the patients should seek their help and assistance.
Food for Mesothelioma Patients
When it comes to food, most recommend bland foods, thinking that will help them. But it is not a necessity to eat bland foods just because you have cancer.
You can eat some of the most delicious food that is also good for your health because of the nutrients it offers.
Roasted Chicken Thighs
Yeah, you read that right—roasted chicken thighs.
I have no idea who started the myth that eating greens are good for your body and meat is bad. Any good diet should contain a proper mix of both.
Roasted chicken thigh is a good food for cancer patients because it is rich in protein.
When cancer patients go through chemotherapy, as mentioned, they will face side effects such as vomiting and diarrhea. Excessive diarrhea and vomiting will result in nutrient loss.
Eating chicken is a great way to restore lost nutrients. Further, chicken is considered to be a complete protein food meaning it has all nine amino acids humans can’t make.
So, chicken is not only delicious, but it is also healthy. And it is affordable compared to other meats.
You can make chicken at home easily, or you can enjoy it in restaurants too since many New York restaurants serve good chicken thighs.
Best restaurants in New York to try chicken thighs:
- Wah Fung No 1
- Koloman
- Taboonette
Salmon
Humans don’t deserve fish.
Fish must be the best meat. Nothing beats it.
Fish offers more health benefits than chicken. It is so good that even the American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week.
But you need to select your fish carefully. Not all fishes are great for health. Going with Salmon might be the best course of action.
Salmon is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3s can fight cancer cells and prevent them from spreading.
In addition to fighting cancer, it can help cancer patients who are going through chemotherapy to deal with it better.
Chemotherapy can cause Cachexia. Cachexia is a condition that causes a person to lose muscles and weight. This can also cause shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, etc.
Eating salmon can help with all this. Omega 3s can fight cachexia and make the person feel better. Fish is a bit of an expensive option compared to chicken.
Best restaurants in New York to try Salmon:
- Sea Fire Grill
- La Grande Boucherie
- Bohemian Restaurant
Blueberry Smoothie
Now, a drink.
Not just a drink. A delicious drink.
Blueberry is a very small, blue-colored fruit that contains an enormous amount of health benefits.
The first and most important health benefit of blueberries is they are rich in antioxidants.
Honestly, rich in antioxidants is an understatement. Blueberry is the king of antioxidant foods. Antioxidants can protect your body from cancer.
One more thing about blueberries is they are low in calories and have high nutrients.
As we already discussed, cancer patient needs to have high-nutrient foods since they will be losing a lot. And what can be better than taking nutrients from smoothies?
You need to know what to add to the blueberry smoothie. Here’s a recipe.
You can easily make this at home, but still, you need to know about good cafes that sell blueberry smoothies.
Best places in New York to try Blueberry smoothie:
- Bagels & Brew
- Julia’s Coffee Shop
- Jackson Hole
What else?
Do not think you have limited options for food just because you have cancer. Cancer patients who already suffer from a serious disease don’t have to make their situation worse.You can eat delicious foods and still stay healthy. When going through cancer and chemotherapy, eat foods that are rich in protein, antioxidants, and other nutrients. You can eat stuff like Eggs, Nuts, Peanut butter, and more.
Wrap Up
Mesothelioma is a serious disease that is caused by asbestos exposure. There is a lot to do following a mesothelioma diagnosis, such as medical plans, filing lawsuits, etc.
Eating healthy is something every patient should consider. Going through chemotherapy takes a lot out of a person, so they need to eat proper food to deal with it. Eat the aforementioned food regularly to stay healthy and fight cancer. Do not give up! Fight it till you can!
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Fallon Chan is a food and lifestyle photographer and blogger.
