Recover and Revitalize: The Power of Nutrition After Cancer
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Recover and Revitalize: The Power of Nutrition After Cancer
(Recuperar e Revitalizar: O Poder da Alimentação Após o Cancro)
Objective:
This activity empowers cancer survivors with practical knowledge and strategies to enhance their recovery and long-term well-being through nutrition. Participants will gain clarity on the role of diet, debunk common myths, and learn about the pros and cons of supplementation in cancer survivorship.
Content Overview:
- Understanding Nutritional Needs Post-Cancer:
- The unique nutritional requirements of cancer survivors.
- How specific nutrients support recovery, energy levels, and overall health.
- Myths and Truths About Nutrition in Cancer Recovery:
- Common misconceptions (e.g., sugar “feeds” cancer, alkaline diets).
- Evidence-based facts to guide informed choices.
- Supplementation: Good or Bad?
- When supplements are beneficial and when they may pose risks.
- How to evaluate the need for supplements in consultation with healthcare providers.
- Practical Tips for Daily Nutrition:
- Managing challenges like fatigue, digestive issues, and weight changes.
- Meal planning and preparation for a balanced, sustainable diet.
- Interactive Session:
- Analyzing example meal plans and identifying nutritional gaps.
- Setting personalized nutritional goals.
Format:
A mix of expert lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, culminating in a Q&A session to address individual concerns.
Target Audience:
Cancer survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals interested in post-cancer nutrition.
Duration:
Approximately 2–2.5 hours, including discussions and networking.
Expected Outcomes:
Participants will leave equipped with:
- Evidence-based knowledge to make informed dietary choices.
- An understanding of myths and facts surrounding cancer nutrition.
- Clarity on the role of supplementation in their recovery journey.
- Practical skills to implement healthier dietary habits for long-term well-being.