Question
As summer approaches, a patient who has just completed chemotherapy expresses feeling feverish and hopes to eat cucumber to cool down. However, in light of the dietary restrictions after chemotherapy, we need to understand whether it is suitable to eat cucumber during this period?
Answer
Patients after chemotherapy should increase their water intake and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, especially alkaline foods. If kidney function is impaired, protein intake should be limited; if there is swelling, salt intake should be reduced, and more foods like animal kidneys, mackerel, spinach, and bok choy should be consumed. Additionally, foods with diuretic effects, such as watermelons, cucumbers, winter melon, and loofah, are also good choices to eat more of. In terms of diet, it is recommended to consume more supplements and develop good living habits, such as going to bed early and waking up early, avoiding spicy and fried foods, and quitting smoking, drinking alcohol, reducing coffee and cola intake.