Steven A. Sandler, M.D.
Board-Certified in
Hematology & Oncology
Telephone Numbers
Office: (847) 933-0875
Fax: (847) 933-0878
Answering Service: (773) 594-7340
Skokie Office
9669 Kenton, Suite 510
Skokie, IL 60076
Map and directions
Chicago Office
7447 W. Talcott Ave., Suite 318
Chicago, IL 60631
Map and directions
Call us at 847-933-0875 or send Dr. Sandler a message via the form below. Please note that this form is for non-emergencies only.
Eating Well During and After Your Cancer Treatment
You’ve heard the term food is medicine and now is the time to adopt this philosophy. Keeping your body nourished before, during, and after cancer treatment will help maintain your strength and stamina to recover with less side effects. Eating well-balanced meals packed with nutritious foods can also help prevent secondary infections and illness and allow your body to stay strong throughout treatment.
Your needs and preferences might change as a result of medicines and treatment; loss of appetite, changes in taste and smell, and how your body processes nutrients can make it challenging to eat regularly and meet your needs.
Check out the sample menu below for fresh healthy ideas to support you through all stages of treatment and recovery. If you need extra calories increase the serving sizes, especially with calorie dense foods like nuts and olive oil.
Sample Menu
Breakfast
½ cup cooked cereal or 1 cup high-fiber/high protein cold cereal
½ cup fresh or frozen fruit
1-2 tablespoons of slivered almonds
½ cup milk
Snack
Fruit
Yogurt
If you need extra calories choose full-fat varieties otherwise stick with low or non-fat options and look for live active cultures on the container. Buy plain yogurt and add fruit, cinnamon, and/or honey for flavor.
Lunch
1 cup vegetable soup
Turkey sandwich with whole grain bread, tomato, and lettuce
Fruit
Snack
Carrot Sticks or other fresh veggies
String Cheese
Dinner
4oz of lean meat or fish
½ cup of brown rice, quinoa, or other whole grain
1 cup broccoli with lemon juice and olive oil
