Onco Nutrition
A cancer diagnosis brings along a lot of questions about nutrition and diet. Proper nutrition
is essential for living well during and after cancer treatment. Research proves that proper
nutrition is an important factor in boosting immunity and helps in preventing cancer, as
well as increases the effectiveness of cancer treatment
At Cytecare, to administer personalised care to all its patients, the multidisciplinary team
of experts devise the dosage, the pattern of administration and the implications of the
therapy on the overall well being of the patient.
Why Cytecare
When a cancer patient undergoes a series of treatments involving surgery, radiation therapy,
chemotherapy, hormone therapy, biologic therapy (immunotherapy), or a combination of
treatments, the rendered treatment(s) manages to exterminate the unhealthy/cancer cells.
However, as an unwanted side-effect, the healthy cells in the patient's constitution have to
bear the aftermath which gets rendered in the following manners:
- Loss of appetite
- Sore mouth or throat
- Dry mouth
- Changes in taste or smell
- Nausea
- Helping you understand the disease, your treatment plan and possible side effects.
- Helping translate complex medical terminology and answer questions.
- Communicating with the doctors on your behalf.
- Helping you plan for and manage symptoms throughout treatment.
The above complications/side-effects necessitate proper nutritional intervention for the
patient's well-being. A fine-tuned Nutritional intervention not only helps in boosting one's
immunity but also acts as a deterrent against Cancer thereby increasing the overall
effectiveness of cancer treatment.
The field of Onco-Nutrition is aimed at making the Cancer patients feel better & stay
stronger. In Cytecare, we as a team, tirelessly work with patients, their families & the
rest of the medical fraternity in order to ensure that the optimum diet reaches the Cancer
patients both during and after their treatment.
Our team comprises of a rich mix of experience & expertise on dealing with a wide spectrum of
dietary interventions that are deemed absolutely necessary when it comes to ensuring
effective treatment of cancer patients. We believe in meeting out the optimum care aimed at
supplementing a cancer patient's on-going treatment with the vitality that aids in his/her
cure in the best manner possible. We have a tried & tested process which has yielded
positive results in many cancer survivors and we take pride in making them smile post our
effective consultations.
Healthy Eating
When it comes to healthy living, food and nutrition play a vital part. Small but consistent
changes in diet and nutrition can make a big difference to overall health. A healthy diet
must provide a good balance of carbohydrates, proteins, fats and other nutrients.
A balanced, nutritious diet has been found to not just help the body cope with the stress of
an illness but also aids in the recovery process. A well-formulated diet plan can help you
maintain your weight during your cancer treatment. In addition, it will ensure that your
body has the right amount of hydration and nutrients that it needs for its repair and
healing.
Apart from nutrition counseling in oncology, we also deal with:
- Diet counseling for onco screening patients
- Nutrition education for lifestyle diseases
- Nutrition education for obesity & weight management
Doctors
Ms. Thaya Nachappa
Associate Manager- Onco-Nutrition
Ms Thaya Nachappa is the Associate Manager of Onco Nutrition Department Cytecare Hospital
Bangalore. She has over 9 years of experience working with various institutions like Dr
Mohans Diabetes Hospital, Chennai and Indian Council of Medical Research in Andaman &
Nicobar Islands. She Specializes in Nutrition Counselling for Cancer Patients, Pre and
Post-Transplant workups, Giving Nutrition Counselling in various disease conditions and
conducting public awareness on importance of nutrition.
Ms. Devi Rajan
Associate Dietician, M.Sc Nutrition & dietetics
Devi has experience in working with oncology patients and she has done her Masters degree
in Nutrition and Dietetics from MS university, Tamil Nadu. She has also trained at the
prestigious St. Johns medical college hospital in the department of Dietetics. She has a
very balanced approach to nutrition, and really believe that being healthy and living a
healthy balanced lifestyle, in terms of nutrition, exercise and mental well being, is
key.
