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Whether you want to get healthy now so that you can lower your chances of ever developing a brain tumor, or if you have one and want to improve your health, now is the time to get healthy. A healthy lifestyle is scientifically proven to increase life expectancy — and if you’re afraid that your brain tumor will kill you, you ought to know that there are some things you can do to help yourself fight it off. Diet alone can do worlds of good for brain tumor patients, those who are at higher risk for brain tumors, and even those recovering after having brain tumors removed.
Your diet can directly affect your condition. On the downside, some foods can accelerate tumor growth, so that’s why it’s so important for you to know what’s healthy to eat and to stick closely to your eating plan. Consulting a nutritionist is recommended; find one quickly by searching on a business listing site for your area, such as Canada 411.
Foods that help brain tumor conditions include:
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Onions
- Tofu
- Soy milk
- Green tea
- Omega-3 fatty foods such as fish
Foods to avoid:
- Refined sugars (corn syrup, white sugar, brown sugar, powdered sugar)
- Trans-fats
- Hydrogenated oils
- Saturated fats
When you are following a diet plan closely, be sure to read the ingredients list on food labels. You would be surprised how many items contain ingredients you wouldn’t expect, such as hydrogenated oils in soda. To eat something sweet and healthy, try to add more fruit to your diet. Also, drink lots of water to stay hydrated, and it may help the symptoms of brain tumor treatments to emphasize fiber and protein in your food choices.
