Eating for Health: The Importance of Oncology Nutrition and Food Choices Yumlish: Diabetes and Multicultural Nutrition

In this episode, we talked to Danielle Meyer, a registered dietitian nutritionist and a certified specialist in oncology nutrition, about the important role of nutrition in cancer care, including strategies for optimizing nutrition before, during, and after treatment. We also discuss different factors that can impact a person’s ability to adhere to recommended diets.



Danielle is a registered dietitian nutritionist and is a certified specialist in oncology nutrition. She is currently the Program Director of the undergraduate Nutrition Science degree program at the University at Buffalo. Prior to working in higher education, she was a clinical oncology dietitian working with patients undergoing radiation therapy.



“So personal preference is what should be driving your food choices during treatment.”



In this episode you will learn:

Definition of oncology nutrition

Role of nutrition before, during, and after cancer treatment

Effects of radiation and chemotherapy on digestion and nutrient absorption

Misconceptions or myths about oncology nutrition

Supporting loved ones to maintain a healthy diet





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