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Is Intake Of Dairy Products Advisable For A Cancer Patient?
Hi there, I am an overian cancer patient, undergoing chemo therapy at the moment. My last chemo was administered yesterday. Is it safe for me to eat yoghurt or take probiotics when my immune system is diminished? I have been advised not to eat soft cheeses because of the culture.
Tue, 31 Oct 2017
There is no restriction on diet in ovarian cancer patients but care should be taken to eat only healthy cooked foods. Canned, fermented and stored foods should be avoided for the possible risk of contamination. Dietary products like milk which can be boiled before consumption are preferable that stored dairy products
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