Nutrition Guide:
For People Living with Cancer Taste
Changes
I find that some foods taste strange. What can I do?
Many people with cancer find that certain
foods taste different. Each person's taste is affected differently
so you will need to find which foods appeal to you. Here are
some tips to help you deal with taste changes.
Some people find that meats have a bitter,
metallic taste. Try chicken, turkey, dairy products, peanut butter,
eggs, tofu, fish, seafood, legumes and seeds and nuts for other
sources of protein. Try using plastic utensils if food tastes
metallic.
Rinse your mouth often with baking soda and water mouthwash. See Mouthwash recipe
Choose foods that smell and look good
to you
Tart foods may help to overcome a metallic
taste. Try citrus juices, lemonade, cranberry juices and pickles.
Do not try this if you have a sore mouth or throat
Try seasoning meats with different spices,
herbs and sauces available at your local grocery store
Choose foods that do not leave a strong
aftertaste
If you find some drinks are too strong
or too sweet, try adding water
Keep trying a variety of foods and you
may find a new favorite
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