Recovering Weight After Chemotherapy: Nutrition & Health Tips

Weight recovery following chemotherapy involves specific nutritional interventions to rebuild strength and muscle mass. Focus on nutrient-rich foods to support the body's post-treatment healing.

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How to Gain Weight After Chemotherapy

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Janelle Vaesa

Weight loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy, and gaining weight can be more challenging than you may think. After chemotherapy treatments, people sometimes experience dry mouth, mouth sores, trouble swallowing and have changes in tastes and smells, according to the American Cancer Society.