LibGuides: Nutrition and Physical Activity Recommended Resources: Nutrition and Cancer

Does Sugar Feed Cancer? (American Institute for Cancer Research)

Nutrition in Cancer Care (National Cancer Institute)
This is the "Nutrition in Cancer Care (PDQ®)” found on the NCI website - Patient version.
Nutrition for People with Cancer (American Cancer Society)
Learn more about the importance of good nutrition during and after cancer treatment here.
Guideline for diet and physical activity for cancer prevention (American Cancer Society)
Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention.
Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for Cancer Survivors (American Cancer Society)
Guideline for nutrition and physical activity for cancer survivors.

Nutrition for the Person With Cancer During Treatment by by the American Cancer Society
Publication Date: 2022
This nutrition guide provides information on eating right kind of food before, during, and after cancer treatment.
Heal Well by American Institute for Cancer Research
Publication Date: 2013
This booklet provides general information regarding nutrition and cancer, and addresses common questions people have about diet, nutrition, and physical activity during and after cancer treatment.
Eating Hints by National Cancer Institute
Publication Date: 2022
This booklet covers how diet needs differ for people with cancer, common eating problems that may occur, tips for handling food safely during treatment, how health care providers can help manage eating problems, and tips for managing problems at home.

Why MD Anderson
At MD Anderson, we understand how hard it can be to choose a hospital for cancer treatment. Here are some of the reasons why MD Anderson is your best hope for cancer care.
Clinical Nutrition
The Clinical Nutrition department website promotes comprehensive nutrition care for our patients and cancer-related nutrition education for the public at large.
Side Effects: Appetite Changes
Common side effects of various cancer treatments and nutritional tips to help you overcome them.

Nutrition Basics for Patients and Caregivers by MD Anderson Cancer Center
This booklet was developed by the Department of Clinical Nutrition, and it answers common nutrition questions and provides guidelines for eating well through cancer.

Nutrition and Physical Activity Recommended Resources