If you are experiencing some side effects like headaches, nausea, mouth sores among others when on cancer treatment, it could be because you are eating the wrong foods.
When going through cancer treatment, it is paramount to avoid eating certain foods to enable the drugs to work effectively.
Some foods are said to interfere with CYP3A enzyme absorption process and this may, in turn, reduce the potency of chemotherapy drugs.
Here are some of the foods you should avoid during cancer treatment.
1. Grapefruit, seville oranges and pomegranate
Such fruits impact the CYP3A enzyme by inhibiting the absorption process in the bloodstream.
2. Unwashed vegetables and fresh fruits
It is always important to wash fruits and vegetables before consuming them. This helps in getting rid of germs and bacteria that can be harmful to your health.
3. Undercooked eggs and unpasteurized dairy products
They can make the chemotherapy drug lose its ability to function properly. Refrain from eating undercooked eggs and such dairy products.
4. Raw honey and associated products
These products contain botulism toxins that can cause you to become sick.
5. Raw nuts and fresh-made nut butter
They can also suppress the efficacy of the chemotherapy drug.