Join Savor Health's Oncology Dietitian, Chelsey Schneider, as she discusses the importance of nutrition during the continuum of cancer: before, during and after treatment. Chelsey will also share the current evidence-based survivorship guidelines with tips on implementing them in your everyday life. Learn more about our partnership with Savor Health and their virtual Dietitian-on-demand Ina® (the "Intelligent Nutrition Assistant”) who provides cancer patients/caregivers with personalized, evidence-based nutrition guidance and intervention 24/7 “on demand” via SMS text. Patients can access Ina® for free through the SHARE and Savor Health partnership.

1. Nutrition During & After
Cancer Treatment: Fighting
Cancer with your Fork
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Chelsey Schneider
MS, RD, CSO, CDN
July 2023

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AFTER TREATMENT
Plant-based diet, Exercise
Limit SSB, processed meat, foods
high in fat, Achieve healthy BW
DURING TREATMENT
90% of patients have addressable nutrition
symptoms during tx
Improves nutrition→ good nutrition will help
patients stay on tx, tolerate tx, improve QoL
DIAGNOSIS
> ~50% patients are malnourished
upon dx
Early screening & intervention
When to reach out to an RD

3. What is an Oncology Dietitian?
1 RD : ~2700 cancer patients
3
2 years
working
experience as
an RD
2,000 working
hours w/
Oncology
Patients
Pass board
exam
every 5 years

4. Nutrition During Treatment
• Fatigue
• Oral Changes
• Early Satiety and/or Bloating
• Nausea/ Vomiting
• Constipation/Diarrhea
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5. American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)
Guidelines for Cancer Prevention
1. Be a healthy weight
2. Exercise and be physically active
3. Eat a plant-based diet rich in whole grains, vegetables,
fruits, and plant-based proteins
4. Limit fast foods, foods high in sugar/refined grains
5. Limit red and processed meats
a. Red meat <12-18 oz cooked per week
6. Limit sugar-sweetened beverages (sodas, juices, sugary
drinks)
7. Limit alcohol
8. Do not use supplements for cancer prevention 5

6. Cancer Fighting Foods: Before, During & Beyond Treatment
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7. Cancer Fighting Foods: Before, During & Beyond Treatment
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OR
“Organic Food is
Always Healthier.”

9. Answer: Myth!
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○ No convincing evidence that shows a difference between
organic and conventionally grown foods related to cancer risk
○ Market studies show pesticide residues on conventionally
grown foods are almost always within safety tolerance limits
○ Wash up!
○ Shop wisely -- some foods have higher pesticide levels than
others (see next slide)
○ Remember: just because a food is organic, doesn’t mean it’s
healthy! (e.g. organic cookies)
The advantages of eating a variety vegetables and
fruits strongly outweigh any risks from pesticides.

10. Environmental Working Group (EWG)
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← Buy
organic
when/if
possible
(accessible
and
affordable),
but don’t
stress!

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OR
“Sugar Feeds Cancer.
Avoid it at All Costs!”

12. Answer: Myth!
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○ Our cells need glucose to function!
○ Prefered source of energy for the brain and muscles
○ Our bodies will still find other ways to create glucose through
metabolism of fats and proteins
○ HOWEVER, diets high in sugar → high blood sugar levels→ raise
insulin levels→ proinflammatory state
○ High sugar foods are typically high in calories and over time a
high calorie diet leads to excess weight
○ Excess weight is linked to greater risk of several types of cancers
Sugar alone does not promote cancer. Consuming small
amounts of sugar as part of a healthful diet is fine!

13. Outsmarting Sugar
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○ All people should strive to limit added sugars and
sugar-sweetened beverages
○ Focus on natural sugars in fruits and vegetables, which come
pre-packaged with fiber, water, antioxidants and nutrients!
○ Try to pair high-carbohydrate foods with protein, fat, and fiber
○ Enjoy sweets in moderation

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OR
“I Need Supplements to
Stay Healthy.”

15. ○ You cannot get the protective benefits linked to eating whole foods by
isolating specific substances into pills.
○ If you are eating well and do not have absorption issues, you likely do
not need supplements.
○ Some cancer patients DO need supplements - must be discussed with
medical team.
■ After certain surgeries (especially GI related)
■ Vitamin D: critical for immune function and bone health and is a
common deficiency
■ B12 for vegans
■ If unable to eat a healthy, varied diet
Answer: Probably Not!
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Supplements cannot replace a varied and
healthful diet! Always talk to your doctor.

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Be a Nutrition Detective!
○ Don’t believe everything you hear/read!
○ Talk to your doctor/nurse/dietitian before making any drastic
changes
○ Try Ina®
, the Intelligent Nutrition Assistant, for support!

17. Savor Health’s Technology Solution
Ina®
- Your Personal Intelligent Nutrition Assistant
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Personalized nutrition guidance and
intervention
24/7 “on demand” via SMS text messaging
Developed by team of oncology RDs, RNs,
and MDs relying on scientific literature and
clinical best practices
A complement to your dietitian!

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19. WWW.SAVORHEALTH.COM
To sign up with Ina:
https://adshare.savorhealth.com/
For questions or issues:
help@savorhealth.com
Thank You!
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