The Right Nutrition for Cancer Patients: Healing from Within

When cancer strikes, we often place all our hope in doctors and medicine, forgetting the powerful role nutrition plays in healing. As Dr. Nandita Shah (Nutritionist and Homeopath) explains

"The nutrients are the spare parts for healing, but the body always knows how to heal if we give it the right spare parts. Right now, we're so confused that we don't know what the best nutrition is."

So, what is the right nutrition? The answer lies in nature.

Eat What God Designed for Us

"I always suggest that we should eat foods which God designed for us, not man-made ones. What are God-designed foods? Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds—organically grown."

Processed foods weaken our bodies, while whole, natural foods provide the essential nutrients needed for repair and recovery.

The Power of a Rainbow Diet

Each color in fruits and vegetables represents different phytonutrients that aid healing. "I always suggest having a rainbow every day... each color has a different phytonutrient, and each is helpful for healing."

From red tomatoes (lycopene) to purple berries (anthocyanins), a colorful plate ensures a wide range of cancer-fighting compounds.

Start Your Day with a Green Smoothie

One simple yet powerful habit Dr. Shah recommends is beginning the day with a green smoothie

"We always suggest starting the day with green smoothies—made with a handful of green leaves, ripe bananas, any other fruit, and a little water. Blend it into a McDonald's milkshake-like consistency... it’s absolutely delicious!"

Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, green smoothies support detoxification and immune function.

Nutrition: Medicine’s Best Ally

"While studying medicine, we never learn about nutrition, but it’s a great adjunct to any treatment."

Doctors focus on medications, but patients can accelerate healing by fueling their bodies with the right nutrients. Combining medical treatment with a nutrient-rich diet enhances recovery and overall well-being.

Healing isn’t just about medicine, it’s about giving the body the tools it needs to fight. By choosing whole, colorful, plant-based foods, cancer patients can strengthen their bodies and improve their chances of recovery.

"We can all get healthier just by making little changes in our diet, changes that are both delicious and nutritious."

Start today, your body will thank you!