There is a close connection between nutrition and health!

In connection with a cancer disease there is often a change in dietary habits and the metabolic situation. Cancer patients usually eat less and lose weight. Very often this leads to the degradation of endogenous reserves and to a further weakening of the body and the resistance against the tumor.

The following reasons have to be considered:

» Tumor growth: The tumor grows in the area of the esophagus, stomach and intestines and presses on the digestive tract. Dysphagia, early satiety, and gastrointestinal closure may be a consequence.

» Tumor side effect: loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, taste and odor changes.

» Psyche: fear, depression and anxiety inhibit appetite.

» Treatment side effects: The side effects of classical and conventional medical therapies such as radiation and chemotherapy can damage the mucous membranes of the gastro-intestinal tract and this may often cause pain and nausea in combination with ingestion

As a result the life quality of patients deteriorates. Physical weakness occurs as a consequence of muscle atrophy. The risks of cancer treatment  increase and complicate the situation of the patient additionally.

Therefore, in ProLife clinic nutritional physicians work closely together with nutritionists and the kitchen staff. So we ensure that the diet is tailored to the individual needs of patients.

We analyze the patient's metabolic status and ensure that the body receives an optimum of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients